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Keeping kids safe online, one risk assessment at a time
Given media coverage and Ofcom’s policy statement, the protection of children online is under even greater scrutiny than before.
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Home Office consults on measures to tackle ransomware
Proposed new legislation has three main objectives: to reduce money flowing to criminals; cause disruption to criminals; and enhance understanding.
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UK unveils sweeping Cyber Security Bill to fortify critical infrastructure
The government sets out the scope and ambition of the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill for the first time.
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Ofcom ramps up pressure for platforms under UK Online Safety Act
Service providers should focus on completing the relevant risk assessments and implement measures outlined by Ofcom.
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Security failings lead to £3m fine for healthcare software provider
Advanced Computer Software Group fined by the ICO in connection with an incident that disrupted critical services including the NHS 111 line.
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Major UK banks had 803 hours of outages in the last two years
While deeply concerned about affected customers, the UK Treasury Committee was measured in its criticism, expressing gratitude to the banks compensating customers.
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Why you must be ready now for the UK Online Safety Act
The act is a milestone piece of legislation and the regulator has signalled it will not hesitate to use new enforcement powers.
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Five internal audit resolutions for 2025
As regulations are scaled back, internal audit should articulate why this doesn’t offer a license for reducing resources, but an opportunity to recalibrate their focus.