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Don’t Make Tax Season Coincide with Privacy Breach Season

As tax season approaches, accountants face a dual challenge—juggling time-sensitive responsibilities and fortifying defenses against rising cyber threats. Insecure data transfers, lax password practices, and the underuse of Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) underscore the imperative for a resilient cybersecurity strategy in the accounting profession.

How Cyberfraud Threatens Your Privacy and Security | 3 Facts

How Cyberfraud Threatens Your Privacy and Security | 3 Facts

Cyberfraud is a serious problem that affects millions of people worldwide. The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC) has released the latest statistics on cyberfraud losses in Canada and abroad for 2023. This article outlines three shocking facts that will make you rethink your online security and awareness.

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Privacy Legislation Changes | Why Your Company Should Care

Amidst rapidly evolving privacy legislation, businesses must proactively address the challenges of data protection. Grasping the origins and similarities of various privacy laws, preparing for imminent reforms, and integrating a modern privacy management program can help ensure legal compliance, build consumer trust, and foster a culture of privacy.

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What is a Privacy Impact Assessment? Why are they Important?

As businesses increasingly rely on personal data, Privacy Impact Assessments (PIA) become critical to ensuring privacy compliance. This blog post explores the importance of protecting personal information, the different types of personal data, the benefits and risks of personal data use, and the role of security assessments in a PIA.

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Addressing Privacy Compliance: Mitigating Phishing Threats

Phishing poses significant risks to organizations, particularly in terms of privacy compliance. However, businesses can reduce their vulnerability to phishing by increasing employee awareness and conducting regular staff testing. This blog post explores three key steps in this process: establishing regular training sessions, implementing phishing simulations, and encouraging a culture of reporting and feedback. With these strategies, organizations can fortify their defenses against phishing and ensure privacy compliance.