As Comsure prepares for its second 2017 GDPR workshop on the 19th October (click here to book), I thought I would list Comsure’s top tips highlighted by speakers to ensure you are fully prepared for when the GDPR implementation date arrives. Get fully acquainted with GDPR principles and requirements Before embarking on any change management programme, […]

September 7, 2017 — Equifax Inc. (NYSE: EFX) today announced a cybersecurity incident potentially impacting approximately 143 million U.S. consumers. Criminals exploited a U.S. website application vulnerability to gain access to certain files. Based on the company’s investigation, the unauthorized access occurred from mid-May through July 2017. The company has found no evidence of unauthorized […]

FINANCE firms who hold too much personal information about their clients could face massive fines or be sued by their customers from next year, compliance experts have warned. In May 2018, the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation, which aims to strengthen data protection for its citizens, is due to come into force. Under the new […]

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), due to come into force throughout the EU including the UK on 25 May 2018, will force through a culture change regarding attitudes to data privacy, according to the Information Commissioner Elizabeth Denham. Speaking at the Data Protection Practitioners’ Conference 2017, Denham warned that organisations are risking damaging their […]

Get ready for more transparency, more informed consent and more rights for data subject In 2012 the European Commission argued on GDPR draft:”The Regulation is an essential step to strengthen citizens’ fundamental rights in the digital age and facilitate business by simplifying rules for companies in the Digital Single Market. A single law will also […]