The GENIUS Act, signed into law on July 18, 2025, represents a historic shift in U.S. financial regulation. For the first time, stablecoins—digital tokens pegged to the U.S. dollar or other low-risk assets—are subject to clear
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July 2025 Maritime Safety and Regulation Trends
July 2025 saw pivotal developments in maritime safety and regulation, underscoring urgent risks—from renewed Houthi aggression in the Red Sea to landmark policy reforms and cybersecurity standards. The “July 2025 maritime safety and regulation” landscape demonstrates
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FFIEC CAT Sunset: What Banks Must Do Now
Community banks and credit unions have relied on the FFIEC Cybersecurity Assessment Tool (CAT) for nearly a decade. That era is ending. The FFIEC CAT sunset is scheduled for August 31, 2025, with agencies directing institutions
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Third-Party Risk Management in Banking: 2025 Strategy
As banks increasingly rely on vendors, fintechs, and cloud service providers, third-party risk management in banking has become a critical security and compliance concern in 2025. One misstep in vendor oversight can open the door to
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New Coast Guard Rule Forces Maritime Cyber Upgrades
Cybersecurity Compliance Isn’t Optional Anymore for Maritime On July 16, 2025, a sweeping new U.S. Coast Guard rule takes effect—one that forces every maritime facility and vessel operator to take cybersecurity seriously or risk fines, delays,
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Is Your Online Banking Platform a Cyber Risk?
Online banking has redefined convenience—but at what cost? As financial institutions race to adopt cloud-based solutions, they're also opening the door to sophisticated cyberattacks that can bypass outdated security measures. Why Digital Banking Is a Double-Edged
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Building an Effective Incident Response Team for Cybersecurity
Incident response (IR) planning is essential for all industries, yet it's often neglected. Surprisingly, many organizations, regardless of their size or sector, lack comprehensive IR plans or fail to conduct regular exercises. Sometimes, IR planning is
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The Importance of Regular Cybersecurity Audits for Businesses
As cyber threats become more sophisticated, regular cybersecurity audits are essential for businesses to stay protected. Without frequent audits, vulnerabilities can go unnoticed, exposing our systems and sensitive data. Regular audits allow us to identify and
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How to Identify and Mitigate Common Cyber Threats to Your Business
Cyber threats are a serious concern for all businesses now more than ever. Hackers are constantly evolving their methods, making it vital for us to stay ahead of these dangers. Identifying signs of cyber threats early
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Optimizing Your Business’s Cybersecurity Framework: A Comprehensive Guide
Cybersecurity is not just a technicality but a foundational component of any successful business operation. As we continue to integrate more sophisticated technologies into our daily workflows, the complexity of our cyber environments increases. This escalation
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