How to measure the success of identity security initiatives

How to measure the success of identity security initiatives

    31 Jul 2024

Over the years, identity management has escalated from a mere productivity nuisance to now representing a significant security risk. In fact, the Verizon 2024 Data Breach Investigations Report reveals stolen credentials have played a role in almost one-third of all breaches in the last decade. Because identity management was historically viewed as an IT issue,

A Special Genre – The Positive Community

A Special Genre – The Positive Community

    31 Jul 2024

Sonja D. Gracy, author, playwright, and NYC public school teacher currently working on her next book, God and the Girls. While June is heralded as “Black Music Month” (it’s been celebrated as such since its inception by President Jimmy Carter in 1979), without a doubt, the acknowledgement of Black music’s unique sound, artistry, and innovation

Employers should create a summer heat shield

Employers should create a summer heat shield

    31 Jul 2024

Summertime brings extreme heat, which can pose significant risks to workers in outdoor environments. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, July 2023 was the hottest month ever recorded, and forecasters are predicting the approaching summer months will bring even higher heat. As a safety professional, it is your responsibility to ensure that your organization has

The economy is growing, but so are auto repossessions. That doesn’t sound right.

The economy is growing, but so are auto repossessions. That doesn’t sound right.

    30 Jul 2024

A softening labor market may leave consumers vulnerable By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs July 30, 2024 There were two headlines last week that seemed at odds with each other. Gross Domestic Product (GDP) rose in the second quarter by 2.8%, much higher than expected. At the same time, vehicle repossessions are spiking. What gives? “GDP

72% of Americans believe deepfakes may influence upcoming elections

72% of Americans believe deepfakes may influence upcoming elections

    29 Jul 2024

According to a new report by Jumio, there is growing concern among Americans that AI may undermine democratic elections. This study collected the insights of more than 8,000 consumers spread equally across the United States, the United Kingdom, Singapore and Mexico. Key findings from the report include:  72% of Americans are concerned that AI and

Summer Time Soul Train Line – The Positive Community

Summer Time Soul Train Line – The Positive Community

    29 Jul 2024

BY R.L. WITTER At this time last year, I was excitedly planning a trip to attend my maternal side’s family reunion. There was food, music, laughter, and love. It was so wonderful to see everyone. We hadn’t had a reunion in years—at least 10 or so. I know that sounds strange, but hear me out.

Intersec Saudi Arabia secures patronage for biggest edition ever

Intersec Saudi Arabia secures patronage for biggest edition ever

    29 Jul 2024

The sixth edition of Intersec Saudi Arabia will be held under the patronage of the High Commission of Industrial Security and in association with the Ministry of Interior and Saudi Civil Defence  With exhibition space 34% larger year-on-year, and an expected 14% year-on-year increase in visitors to 17,000, the event is securing its status as

What do recent Supreme Court decisions mean for OSHA and other safety agencies?

What do recent Supreme Court decisions mean for OSHA and other safety agencies?

    28 Jul 2024

A pair of recent Supreme Court decisions are likely to have a significant effect on OSHA and other federal safety agencies. However, the court also denied a challenge to OSHA’s authority to regulate workplace safety. In the most significant decision, the high court struck down a 40-year precedent known as the Chevron deference. In

Emergency pet clinics can offer big benefits, but at a big cost

Emergency pet clinics can offer big benefits, but at a big cost

    28 Jul 2024

Private equity funds are finding pet care is a growing profit center By James R. Hood of ConsumerAffairs July 25, 2024 Dogs and cats have a nasty habit of getting sick on Friday nights. This can be bad for the dog and it can also be disastrous for the pet owners budget. Thats because emergency

Are deepfake fraud risks overhyped? Where enterprises are exposed

Are deepfake fraud risks overhyped? Where enterprises are exposed

    27 Jul 2024

Deepfakes are the hot new enterprise risk. British engineering group Arup lost $25 million recently after scammers used AI deepfakes to falsely pose as the group’s CFO and request transfers from an employee to fraudulent bank accounts.  But will deepfakes become the number one avenue for fraudsters to steal money? Likely not. There are far