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BakerHostetler Launches 2023 Data Security Incident Response Report

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Thursday, April 27, 2023

Key takeaways from BakerHostetler's newly released 2023 Data Security Incident Response Report:

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  • Key takeaways from BakerHostetler's newly released 2023 Data Security Incident Response Report:
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    Statistical highlights from BakerHostetler 2023 Data Security Incident Response Report (Graphic: Business Wire)
    BakerHostetler’s ninth annual security incident response report (based on data from over 1,160 security incidents from the prior year) contains data breach statistics and insights about key issues across the life cycle of data and technology.
  • Now in its ninth year, the Data Security Incident Response Report features statistics and insights from 1,160+ incidents that BakerHostetler’s Digital Assets and Data Management Practice Group helped clients manage in 2022.
  • There has been improvement in key incident response metrics over the past several years, according to DSIR Report data.

Quantum Cryptography Market worth $3.0 billion by 2028 - Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

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Wednesday, April 26, 2023

In the United States, the National Quantum Initiative Act was passed in 2018, which aims to accelerate the development of quantum technology, including quantum cryptography.

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  • In the United States, the National Quantum Initiative Act was passed in 2018, which aims to accelerate the development of quantum technology, including quantum cryptography.
  • Private companies such as IBM, Microsoft, and Google are also investing in quantum technology research, developing quantum computers and quantum communication networks.
  • The Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics and the Institute for Quantum Computing at the University of Waterloo are leading the way in quantum cryptography research in Canada.
  • The Canadian government has also invested in quantum technology research, including quantum cryptography, through the Quantum Computing Strategy.

Quantum Cryptography Market worth $3.0 billion by 2028 - Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

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Wednesday, April 26, 2023

In the United States, the National Quantum Initiative Act was passed in 2018, which aims to accelerate the development of quantum technology, including quantum cryptography.

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  • In the United States, the National Quantum Initiative Act was passed in 2018, which aims to accelerate the development of quantum technology, including quantum cryptography.
  • Private companies such as IBM, Microsoft, and Google are also investing in quantum technology research, developing quantum computers and quantum communication networks.
  • The Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics and the Institute for Quantum Computing at the University of Waterloo are leading the way in quantum cryptography research in Canada.
  • The Canadian government has also invested in quantum technology research, including quantum cryptography, through the Quantum Computing Strategy.

Exo Works™ Achieves HITRUST and SOC 2 Type II Certifications, Meeting Highest Bar for Patient Data Security

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023

These achievements provide additional assurances that Exo sufficiently manages risk, improves security posture and meets compliance requirements for protecting patient data.

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  • These achievements provide additional assurances that Exo sufficiently manages risk, improves security posture and meets compliance requirements for protecting patient data.
  • HITRUST Risk-based, 2-year Certified status validates that Exo Works has met key regulations and is appropriately managing risk according to the framework of controls put forth by HITRUST.
  • By achieving it, Exo customers can be assured that Exo Works is meeting the highest standards for data security.
  • “Achieving the HITRUST Certification and successfully completing the SOC 2 Type II certification places Exo in an elite group of organizations worldwide,” said Ketan Patel, Head of Security & Cloud Operations at Exo.

Nasuni Strengthens Commitment to Customer Data Security Through SOC 2, CSA STAR, and HIPAA Audits

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023

BOSTON, April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nasuni Corporation, a leading provider of file data services, today announced the successful completion of its SOC 2 Type 1, CSA STAR Level 2, and HIPAA audits for 2022, providing enterprise customers with strong third-party validation of its security and compliance systems as it enables their digital transformation and use of the cloud. The company also had its ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certified provider status renewed for the current year. Unstructured file data contains the most sensitive enterprise intellectual property, and legacy storage and data protection technologies fail to provide adequate protection for this data. Cloud file services leverage the durability of the public cloud to deliver unmatched protection.

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  • Unstructured file data contains the most sensitive enterprise intellectual property, and legacy storage and data protection technologies fail to provide adequate protection for this data.
  • Nasuni's SOC 2 report validates its commitment to data security and protection, as well as compliance with critical standards to mitigate cybersecurity threats."
  • CSA STAR (Cloud Security Alliance - Security, Trust, Assurance, and Risk) Level 2 demonstrates Nasuni's commitment to achieve cloud security competency, and a commitment to the industry at large.
  • This is a clear illustration that the company's commitment to data security has been formed, implemented, and controlled in all areas as the standard requires.

Global Industrial Control Systems (ICS) Security Market to 2027: Accretion in Digital Technologies and Industrial Systems Drives Growth

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Monday, April 24, 2023

Tofino Xenon Security Appliance was one of the first ICS-specific firewalls on the market.

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  • Tofino Xenon Security Appliance was one of the first ICS-specific firewalls on the market.
  • It was a small form factor firewall with added features for deep packet inspection and configuration controls specific to ICS protocols.
  • A firewall offers security to the network system that controls and monitors the incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security protocols.
  • This requires subject-matter expertise from incident response services for ICS security practices to combat terrorist attacks & cyberattacks and the strict security norms followed by governments and international organizations.

Replica Analytics unveils Replica Synthesis 3.0

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Thursday, April 20, 2023

VENICE, Italy, April 20, 2023 /CNW/ - Replica Analytics Ltd., an Aetion® company, today announced the release of Replica Synthesis 3.0, its privacy and utility preserving synthetic data generation software that has been updated with an enhanced user experience.

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  • VENICE, Italy, April 20, 2023 /CNW/ - Replica Analytics Ltd., an Aetion® company, today announced the release of Replica Synthesis 3.0, its privacy and utility preserving synthetic data generation software that has been updated with an enhanced user experience.
  • This makes it easier for analysts to train generative models and evaluate their utility and privacy.
  • "There is a serious data challenge impacting important research and innovation in healthcare, in part due to increasingly strict privacy requirements," says Dr. Khaled El Emam, Replica Analytics' Senior Vice-President and General Manager.
  • A growing body of research offers evidence that synthetic data can reduce privacy risk and maintain data utility.

Replica Analytics unveils Replica Synthesis 3.0

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Thursday, April 20, 2023

VENICE, Italy, April 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Replica Analytics Ltd., an Aetion® company, today announced the release of Replica Synthesis 3.0, its privacy and utility preserving synthetic data generation software that has been updated with an enhanced user experience.

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  • VENICE, Italy, April 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Replica Analytics Ltd., an Aetion® company, today announced the release of Replica Synthesis 3.0, its privacy and utility preserving synthetic data generation software that has been updated with an enhanced user experience.
  • This makes it easier for analysts to train generative models and evaluate their utility and privacy.
  • "There is a serious data challenge impacting important research and innovation in healthcare, in part due to increasingly strict privacy requirements," says Dr. Khaled El Emam, Replica Analytics' Senior Vice-President and General Manager.
  • A growing body of research offers evidence that synthetic data can reduce privacy risk and maintain data utility.

Ushur Achieves HITRUST Certification for its Customer Experience Automation Platform

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Thursday, April 20, 2023

SANTA CLARA, Calif., April 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ushur , the leader in AI-powered Customer Experience Automation™ (CXA), today announced that it has achieved a two-year risk-based (r2) certification for its CXA platform from the HITRUST Alliance .

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  • SANTA CLARA, Calif., April 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ushur , the leader in AI-powered Customer Experience Automation™ (CXA), today announced that it has achieved a two-year risk-based (r2) certification for its CXA platform from the HITRUST Alliance .
  • Chief Technology Officer and Ushur cofounder Henry Peter said: “At Ushur, privacy and security of customers’ data and compliance with regulatory requirements has always been the top priority, and our certification with HITRUST further confirms that our platform and the solutions developed on it are eminently trustworthy.
  • Ushur delivers not only the platform and the AI-first technology, but also the consultative expertise needed to make automating customer journeys a reality.”
    In addition to its HITRUST certification, Ushur’s security and compliance readiness includes SOC 2 Type II certification.
  • The Ushur platform is General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) compliant, which gives strict guidance and standards on the use and protection of personal data in a commercial setting.

Manatt Expands National Privacy and Data Security Team With Technology Leader in DC

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Wednesday, April 19, 2023

His arrival further cements Manatt as a go-to platform for clients navigating complex matters ranging from high-profile privacy litigation to compliance, risk management and incident response.

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  • His arrival further cements Manatt as a go-to platform for clients navigating complex matters ranging from high-profile privacy litigation to compliance, risk management and incident response.
  • “Paul is one of the most versatile and technologically savvy cybersecurity lawyers in the country, having long served in leadership roles throughout the public and private sectors,” said Donna L. Wilson , CEO and Managing Partner of Manatt.
  • Previously, he prosecuted major cybercrimes for DOJ and led the first cross-agency Internet team for the FTC.
  • “Paul enhances our team’s ability to prepare comprehensive privacy and cyber frameworks that help clients minimize risk and also address operational and unforeseen challenges that may arise,” said Privacy and Data Security practice Co-Leader Scott Lashway .