United States The Office of the National Cyber Director (ONCD) in the USA provides important updates on the nation’s cybersecurity posture. They released the 2024 Report on the Cybersecurity Posture of the United States, which outlines progress towards a defensible, resilient, and values-aligned digital ecosystem. The report emphasizes roles, responsibilities, and resources allocation in cyberspace, both in the public and private sectors, and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) diligently tracks and shares information about the latest cybersecurity risks, attacks, and vulnerabilities. They provide resources and best practices for businesses, government agencies, and other organizations. European Union The EU has implemented the Digital Services Act, which imposes responsibilities on online platforms operating within the EU. These platforms must counter illegal content, protect minors, provide transparency on advertisements, and make it easier for users to submit...
United States The CAN-SPAM Act governs commercial email in the U.S. Each separate email in violation of the CAN-SPAM Act can be subject to penalties of up to $51,7441. https://www.ftc.gov/business-guidance/resources/can-spam-act-compliance-guide-business United Kingdom Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the maximum fine can be €20 million or 4% of the annual global turnover of the company, whichever is higher. European Union The GDPR also applies across the EU, with similar maximum fines as mentioned above. Japan In Japan, the Anti-Spam Act governs unsolicited emails. Senders must include their email address or website in marketing emails and provide an opt-out option. Violators can be fined up to JPY 1 million. The Act aims to prevent spam and protect recipients from unwanted messages. Some of the more well known breaches have come from our favourite brands. To date Ireland has issued the largest fines, notably Meta who received a record fine of EUR 1.2 billion....