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H. Helene and Hazmat Aftermath

Recovery Diva

From TheConversation: In storms like Hurricane Helene, flooded industrial sites and toxic chemical releases are a silent and growing threat. “Hundreds of industrial facilities with toxic pollutants were in Hurricane Helene’s path as the powerful storm flooded communities across the Southeast in late September 2024.

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5 Focus areas for cyber resilience

everbridge

Organizations today are faced with more cyber threats. According to PwC’s 2024 Global Digital Trust Insights survey, the percentage of businesses experiencing data breaches costing over US$1M has risen from 27% to 36%. While no one is immune to cybercrime, preparedness can significantly mitigate its impact on an organization. To improve cyber defenses, the adoption of an incident management system has become essential.

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Aftermath of H. Helene in N.C.

Recovery Diva

From the WashPost: Why Helene’s floods caught North Carolina off guard.Before this scenic, rustic Great Smoky Mountain refuge turned into a trap few residents saw coming, there were signs of Hurricane Helene’s unthinkable potential. “A historic storm that exceeded expectations — and preparations.

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AI in Cybersecurity: Revolutionizing Threat Detection, Response, and Defense

BryghtPath

As cyber threats become more sophisticated and prevalent, traditional security measures are struggling to keep pace. Cybercriminals now employ advanced techniques, leveraging rapidly evolving malware, zero-day exploits, and even Artificial Intelligence (AI) to breach systems. To combat this growing wave of cybercrime, the cybersecurity landscape is being transformed by AI and machine learning technologies.

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Mastering Remote Onboarding: Proven Strategies for Seamless New Hire Integration

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

Join this brand new webinar with Tim Buteyn to learn how you can master the art of remote onboarding! By the end of this session, you'll understand how to: Craft a Tailored Onboarding Checklist 📝 Develop a comprehensive, customized checklist that ensures every new hire has a smooth transition into your company, no matter where they are in the world.

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Chatting About Cybersecurity: A Conversation With ChatGPT on the Role of Artificial Intelligence

Security Industry Association

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month , and the Security Industry Association (SIA) Cybersecurity Advisory Board is marking the occasion with a series of helpful content, tips and guidance on key cybersecurity topics. In this blog from SIA Cybersecurity Advisory Board Vice Chair Rachelle Loyear – vice president of integrated security at Allied Universal – learn about the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in cybersecurity.

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The AI Playbook: What Other Sectors Can Learn from the Creative Industry's Fight Against AI

The Rand Blog

The 2023 Writer's Guild of America strike and contract offers a potentially important case study for how AI can be navigated by workers and industry leaders, even before any threat to jobs is imminent.

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What are the lessons of Cybersecurity Awareness Month?

Acronis

Now in its second decade, in an era when cybercriminals are continually ramping up their attacks, Cybersecurity Awareness Month demonstrates that the educated technology user is still the best line of defense.

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Navigating cybersecurity: managing stakeholders and evolving detection strategies 

everbridge

Cyber breaches are a constantly evolving combination of threats and security concerns that can put organizations in turmoil. They require not only technical expertise but also strategic stakeholder management. From high-profile breaches like Sony’s network compromise to the ransomware attack on a hospital demanding $1.5 million, organizations face an ever-increasing threat landscape.

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Object vs. Block Storage: Key Differences, Benefits, and How to Choose

Pure Storage

Object vs. Block Storage: Key Differences, Benefits, and How to Choose by Pure Storage Blog Summary The right data storage architecture is critical for meeting data requirements, performance needs, and scalability goals. Object storage is ideal for unstructured data, while block storage is best suited for applications that require high performance. In the world of data storage, choosing the right architecture is crucial for optimizing performance, scalability, and accessibility.

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SME Relationships: Proven Solutions for Seamless Collaboration and Success

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

💢 Do you find yourself stuck in never-ending review cycles? Are you wondering if your Subject Matter Expert actually got that last review request? Are you having trouble trying to decipher impractical or conflicting feedback? 💢 If any of these scenarios sounds familiar, you may benefit from a crash course on managing SME relationships!

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Mastering IT incident management: best practices and strategies 

everbridge

IT incidents can bring businesses to a standstill, impacting productivity, revenue, and reputation. To navigate these challenges, organizations must implement robust IT incident management strategies. This blog offers a comprehensive guide on best practices, communication readiness, and the critical role of technology in incident management. Understanding the impact of IT incidents Every day, operational issues such as IT outages and data breaches disrupt business operations.

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Security Industry Association Announces 2024 Winners of SIA “25 on the RISE” Awards

Security Industry Association

This award program, presented by SIA’s RISE community together with Brivo, Genetec and HID, recognizes 25 new and emerging leaders each year for their impact in advancing the security industry. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has revealed the honoree list for the second annual 25 on the RISE Awards – a program presented by SIA’s RISE community for emerging security leaders together with Brivo , Genetec and HID.

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DORA Regulation & Compliance: What It Means For Your Business

Alert Media

Learn about the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), its impact on the financial sector and partners, and how to prepare for the DORA mandates.

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VMware vs. KVM

Pure Storage

VMware vs. KVM by Pure Storage Blog Summary VMware offers a comprehensive suite of features and robust management tools for virtualization. KVM is an open source virtualization technology that is integrated directly into the Linux kernel. Virtualization and containerization are some of the most common buzzwords in the modern IT space. VMware and KVM are two of the biggest names in the game.

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Is Training the Right Solution?

Speaker: Tim Buteyn

Let's set the scene: you’ve identified a critical performance gap in your organization and need to close that gap. A colleague suggests training, but you suspect there’s something going on that training can’t address. How can you determine if training is the right solution before you commit your budget and resources to a new training program? In this webinar, you will learn how to determine if training is the right solution using the Behavior Engineering Model.

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The impact of cybersecurity risks on financial services 

everbridge

Cybersecurity in financial services presents unique challenges in strengthening resilience against potential threats. Financial institutions not only need to combat cyber threats such as web application attacks, bad bots, ransomware, and phishing attacks, but also maintain uptime before, during, and after such breaches to ensure seamless customer service and regulatory compliance.