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Defending Financial Services Against Fraud in a Shifting Cyber Landscape

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

Defending Financial Services Against Fraud in a Shifting Cyber Landscape sparsh Tue, 11/14/2023 - 05:05 As we approach International Fraud Awareness Week during 12-18 November 2023, taking stock of the evolving threat landscape and the vulnerabilities that financial services organizations face is crucial.

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NYDFS releases major update to Part 500 cybersecurity requirements for financial services companies

Data Protection Report

On November 1, 2023, the New York Department of Financial Services (“NYDFS”) released the finalized amendments of Part 500 of its cybersecurity regulations. Covered entities shall also provide at least annual training and cybersecurity awareness programs that anticipate social engineering attacks (500.14).

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CHINA: New draft proposes more stringent requirements for processing data in the financial services industry

DLA Piper Privacy Matters

Access controls, storage media, backups, encryption, transfer controls and retention period must be determined based on the category, grade and level of Regulated Data. Regular training and periodic audits shall be conducted to ensure the effectiveness of data security measures in place.

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GUEST ESSAY: 7 tips for protecting investor data when it comes to alternative asset trading

The Last Watchdog

Implement strong data encryption. Data encryption is fundamental for protecting sensitive information in alternative asset trading. Industry-standard algorithms for encryption can ensure all data, in transit and at rest, is safe. Conduct employee training and awareness programs. Prioritize continuous threat detection.

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Historic Charges: First Enforcement Action Filed by New York Department of Financial Services Under Cybersecurity Regulation

Data Matters

On July 21, 2020, the New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS or the Department) issued a statement of charges and notice of hearing (the Statement) against First American Title Insurance Company (First American) for violations of the Department’s Cybersecurity Requirements for Financial Services Companies, 23 N.Y.C.R.R.

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Black Friday and Cyber Weekend: Navigating the Tumultuous Waters of Retail Cybersecurity

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

The IBM 2023 Cost of a Data Breach Report , for example, highlights the continuous financial burden on retailers, which, coupled with potential reputational damage, emphasizes the dire need for retailers to prioritize and bolster their cybersecurity measures. The security of our financial data is of paramount importance.

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$8 million penalty to NYDFS – and another case of over-retention

Data Protection Report

On January 3, 2024, the New York Department of Financial Services announced a consent order with GGT, where GGT agreed to pay NYDFS $8 million and to surrender its BitLicense (for cryptocurrency trading), due to alleged violations of NYDFS’ cybersecurity and its virtual currency regulations.