The United Kingdom’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has released its Annual Review for 2025. As in 2024, the report covers the UK’s cyber security position as well as the country’s readiness to deal with those threats. A copy of NCSC’s report is available here. The Annual Review states that “it is time to act”. […]
European Privacy & Cybersecurity
UK Data Protection Regulator Fines Capita ~$18.8 Million Following a Ransomware Attack
On October 15, 2025, the UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) fined Capita plc and Capita Pension Solutions Limited (collectively “Capita”) £14 million (~$18.8 million) for failing to implement adequate security measures to protect the personal data of over ~6.6 million individuals following a ransomware attack by Black Basta. The ICO’s penalty notice is available here. […]
The EU Data Act Comes Into Force
The EU officially adopted the Data Act in January 2024, and it came into force on September 12, 2025. The Data Act builds on existing laws like the General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Governance Act. Now that the legislation is active, companies that fall under its scope must proactively review its provisions and […]
EU-wide Breach Notification Template On The Horizon
Following their recent meeting in Finland, the EU Data Protection Authorities acting through the European Data Protection Board (EDPB) announced their intention to release new tools and an EU-wide data breach notification template to help companies comply with the requirements of the EU General Data Protection […]
UK Data Protection Regulator Fines 23andMe ~$3.1 Million Following Credential Stuffing Attack
On June 5, 2025, the UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) fined 23andMe £2.31 million (~$3.1 million). The fine was for failing to implement adequate security measures to protect the personal data of over 155,000 UK users. The penalty followed a joint investigation with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada, highlighting how regulators are […]