From British Airways & Marriott International in the UK to a Supermarket Co-op in the US Fined with HIPAA Settlement for violations of privacy and security rules, the rate of violations and data breaches is on the rise.

Are these fines & the roles played by regulators serving as a wake up call businesses to treat data security as a priority?

Also, learn ways to outsmart scammers as you shop for gift for friends, family, acquaintances and colleagues during the holiday period.

  State Slaps Supermarket Co-Op with HIPAA Settlement https://www.databreachtoday.com/state-slaps-supermarket-co-op-hipaa-settlement-a-15307

  Marriott data breach fine slashed to £18.4 million by UK regulator – HOTforSecurity - https://hotforsecurity.bitdefender.com/blog/marriott-data-breach-fine-slashed-to-18-4-million-by-uk-regulator-24457.html

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