The MDR came into full effect in 2021, but many devices are still certified under MDD and will need to transition. As a result, Europe is facing a period of regulatory limbo. The MDR outlines what manufacturers must achieve but not how to do it, creating a gap between regulatory intent and practical implementation. To help bridge this gap, manufacturers rely on.

Each month, the Fireblocks policy team takes stock of policy developments around the world that matter to our clients and to our business. Here, I share my views on the March developments I think counted the most—at times intentionally highlighting announcements that didn’t make the headlines. Starting counter-sun-wise, Washington DC saw the U.S. commitment to becoming digital asset centre of gravity take more and more concrete shape.

Safeguarding patient information has become more critical than ever in today’s evolving digital healthcare landscape. As technology leaders, we must navigate the intricate maze of regulations and implement robust strategies to ensure compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). This article delves into the nuances of HIPAA compliance, offering insights and best practices to uphold healthcare privacy in the digital age.

Discover how agentic AI is revolutionizing processes with autonomous, intelligent workflows and real-world agentic AI applications, including for IT and cybersecurity.

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) has long been considered a robust security measure, with Microsoft research showing it can block 99.9% of automated attacks. However, recent data indicates that sophisticated attackers have developed numerous techniques to bypass MFA, making it insufficient as a standalone defense against Account Takeover (ATO) attacks.

If you’re a defense contractor, cybersecurity compliance isn’t just a suggestion—it’s a requirement. The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has implemented strict cybersecurity guidelines to ensure that sensitive government information stays protected. Two major frameworks you need to be familiar with are the National Institute of Standards and Technology Special Publication 800-171 (NIST SP 800-171) and the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).

Small and midsize businesses (SMBs) are increasingly becoming prime targets for cybercriminals, accounting for 46% of all cyber breaches impacting companies with fewer than 1,000 employees. With an alarming 30,000 small business websites compromised daily and the average user receiving 1.5 malicious emails, the reality is clear: it's not a matter of if your business will face a cyber threat, but when.