CCPA enforcement begins in July – and this time it’s for real
June 2020 by Cindy Provin
The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) went into effect at the turn of the year. But come July 1, we’re…
How to secure your organization and its rapidly expanding remote workf...
May 2020 by Cindy Provin
Telecommuting has been on the rise for years. The number of remote workers in the U.S. increased 159% between 2005…
Generation equality and the digital divide
March 2020 by Cindy Provin
The theme of this year’s International Women’s Day – Generation Equality – highlights a growing concern for the technology sector:…
In This Time of Uncertainty, Beware of Phishing Attacks
March 2020 by Mark Ruchie & Cindy Provin &
As the efforts to combat the COVID-19 coronavirus continue worldwide, fear and anxiety are high. And cybercriminals are seizing the…
Creating broader understanding and more widespread adoption of encrypt...
January 2020 by Cindy Provin
Many of us take planes, trains and automobiles. We don’t have to be hydraulic specialists, railroad engineers or car mechanics…
Why 2019 was a standout year, and why 2020 will be even more interesti...
December 2019 by Cindy Provin
It was a banner year for IT security from both breach and regulatory standpoints. 2019 also was an especially noteworthy…
The clock is ticking on California’s Consumer Privacy Protection Act
December 2019 by Cindy Provin
2020 will be one for the history books. On Jan. 1, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) will take effect….
Personal data privacy is an urgent topic today – and the spotlight o...
October 2019 by Cindy Provin
It’s October. That means it’s National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, which emphasizes personal accountability and the importance of taking proactive steps…
What entertainment gets right and wrong about security
September 2019 by Cindy Provin
The 2019-2020 TV season has begun. And fans of the most hotly anticipated tech-related programs are gearing up to enjoy…
How to fill the cyber skills gap in today’s modern workforce
August 2019 by Cindy Provin
Our economy is increasingly driven by technology, even in areas that do not at first glance appear to have a…
People want more control of their personal data And the organizations ...
July 2019 by Cindy Provin
Control is a loaded term, and can be perceived as a negative, but almost everyone wants to have some measure…
Letter to our customers and partners – Entrust acquires nCipher Secu...
June 2019 by Cindy Provin
Dear valued customer I’m delighted to announce that Entrust Datacard has completed the acquisition of Entrust Security, a market leader…
Creating a cybersecurity powerhouse – nCipher Security is now pa...
June 2019 by Cindy Provin
I’m delighted to share the news that Entrust Datacard has completed its acquisition of nCipher Security and that, as of…
Halfway there: security developments around the world
May 2019 by Cindy Provin
We’re halfway through 2019. And already we’ve seen several major developments highlighting the cybersecurity and privacy complexities of our connected…
Banking on Customer Trust
April 2019 by Cindy Provin
Do you keep your money under a mattress or in your sock drawer? I’m going to venture a guess and…
Entrust to join Entrust
February 2019 by Cindy Provin
I’m delighted to announce that Entrust Datacard has signed an agreement to acquire Entrust Security, Thales’s General Purpose Hardware Security…
Introducing Entrust Security: same trusted technology, new innovative ...
January 2019 by Cindy Provin
Today marks the start of a journey that I am both excited and proud to tell you more about –…
A look back on 2018: What was hype and what was, perhaps, underrated
December 2018 by Cindy Provin
As we close in on the final few days of the year and look ahead to the clean slate that…
Make sure you trust your third-party vendor
November 2018 by Cindy Provin
Best Buy, Panera Bread, Target and Under Armour. What do each of these companies have in common? They each suffered…
Cybersecurity Awareness Month Blog Series: Leading the cybersecurity j...
October 2018 by Cindy Provin
Some might say the month of October is the official kickoff to the Holiday Season. There is one holiday this…
What to watch for as we head into election season
September 2018 by Cindy Provin
It’s hard to believe we are nine weeks away from the midterm elections here in the United States. Regardless of…
When It Comes to a Data Breach, How Do You Want to Be Notified?
August 2018 by Cindy Provin
August is two-thirds of the way through the year, and we have already seen a number of serious, far-reaching data…
Security Should Never Be on Holiday
July 2018 by Cindy Provin
For many organizations, July and August are synonymous with holidays. And, while we all want to disconnect, no one does…
Cryptocurrency – are you ready for the next big hack?
June 2018 by Cindy Provin
A few years ago, the term cryptocurrency was only used among the tech elite and the only type available for…