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The World Data Organization: A New Player in Global Data Governance – What Businesses Need to Know

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On March 30, 2026, the World Data Organization (WDO) was officially launched in Beijing. The WDO describes itself as a non-governmental, non-profit organization headquartered in Beijing, with a stated mission of “bridging the data divide, unlocking data’s value, and powering the digital economy.” The WDO is a China-headquartered effort to address a governance gap: while the global digital economy is expanding rapidly, governance frameworks remain a work in progress, with cross-border … [Read more] about The World Data Organization: A New Player in Global Data Governance – What Businesses Need to Know

Secure Connectivity for Operational Technology—UK NCSC Publishes New Guidance

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The UK National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) published guidance to help organisations design, secure, and manage Operational Technology (OT) environments. It sets out eight core principles to improve resilience, reduce exposure, and support secure … [Read more] about Secure Connectivity for Operational Technology—UK NCSC Publishes New Guidance

Britain’s Financial Regulators Raise the Bar on Cyber Reporting and Resilience

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Cyber risk has shifted from a technical issue to a systemic one and Britain’s financial regulators are making that reality unmistakably clear. On March 18, 2026, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA), and Bank … [Read more] about Britain’s Financial Regulators Raise the Bar on Cyber Reporting and Resilience

New York AI Disclosure Bill Passes State Legislature

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New York state Assembly Bill A3411B (“the Bill”) passed its third reading in the senate on March 9, 2026, sending it through the legislature and preparing it for delivery to Governor Kathy Hochul. If enacted, the Bill will require owners, licensees, … [Read more] about New York AI Disclosure Bill Passes State Legislature

Cybercrime Trends to Watch: Takeaways from the FBI’s 2025 IC3 Annual Report

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On April 6, 2026, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) released its 2025 IC3 Annual Report, which provides key trends, case data, and other statistics related to the FBI’s ongoing efforts to combat emerging cybersecurity threats. According to … [Read more] about Cybercrime Trends to Watch: Takeaways from the FBI’s 2025 IC3 Annual Report