Dark data can be defined as all the data that exists within an organization but is currently useless or unusable, either because it is redundant, forgotten, ignored, hidden, simply unknown to the organization at a given point in time, or which may be difficult to find, manage, or exploit for…
What is Generative AI? Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is a category of AI tools that leverages complex algorithms to learn patterns and generate content that mimics human creativity. These tools have proven to be transformative, empowering individuals and organizations to create music, art, and other forms of media effortlessly. They…
As we continue to celebrate remarkable moments in PECB’s history, we take a nostalgic journey back to the inaugural PECB Awards Gala. This prestigious event, held on June 29th, 2017, as part of the PECB Insights Conference 2017 in Montreal, Canada, brought together industry leaders, professionals, and organizations from around…
Data engineers are on the frontline of the ongoing rise of big data in business. As this article will show, they are crucial in ensuring that data is safe and secure. The growing significance of data security Many modern business practices have introduced vulnerabilities for cybercriminals to attack, such as:…
Blockchain technology has gained significant traction in recent years, as the backbone of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. However, its potential applications extend far beyond digital currencies, presenting transformative opportunities for cybersecurity, data privacy, and transparency. As data breaches and cyber threats continue to rise, organizations and individuals seek innovative solutions to…
As a child, you may recall using symbols to write coded messages to your classmates that no one else could understand. More seriously, codes and ciphers are used for information security in computer systems and networks to protect sensitive and commercial information from unauthorized access when it is at rest…
Today, each eCommerce store sells a wide range of products, and users are often confused and lost in the websites. In such scenarios, your business may suffer, and you will make fewer sales despite having all the products in stock. Moreover, customers do not like waiting in line to talk…
Renowned water expert sheds light on the many opportunities associated with sustainable solutions. In 2015, after two years of good rains, the Western Cape entered a period of severe drought. For the City of Cape Town, this was the start of a multi-year water crisis, the likes of which we…
Organizations usually struggle to remember the difference between “information” and “data.” And mix this with the different levels of the attention span of the security teams in the ever-evolving threat world; we get a perfect storm brewing to take down even evolved security teams with defined standard-operating procedures! Jokes aside,…
The threat landscape is constantly evolving. Cyberattacks are becoming more frequent or more sophisticated, therefore, organizations need to adopt modern practices to manage information security. The globally recognized standard ISO/IEC 27032 provides guidelines for those involved with managing cybersecurity in today’s digital era. The level of safety and security of…
