Paper Tigers Won’t Protect You: The Reality of Effective NIS2 Compliance

NIS2 compliance is muddled by inconsistent implementation across EU, with Belgium leading by adopting ISO 27001 standards. The article criticizes “compliance theater,” where legal teams create voluminous documents without true engagement with technical experts. Large enterprises face added complexity from mergers, often only superficially securing parts of their systems. Real progress requires aligning compliance and technical teams, focusing on practical security improvements over documentation. Organizations should foster transparency with vendors and establish real security measures to build client trust and enhance innovation capabilities.

https://www.corporatecomplianceinsights.com/paper-tigers-protect-you-effective-nis2-compliance/

The Cybernetic Teammate

AI as a teammate enhances performance, expertise sharing, and emotional experiences in collaborative work. A study involving 776 professionals at Procter and Gamble revealed AI improves individual performance to team levels, boosts team output, and accelerates work speed. AI also helps bridge expertise gaps, making less experienced workers perform like experts. Surprisingly, it fosters positive emotions while decreasing negative ones, challenging perceptions of AI's impact on workplace satisfaction. Organizations must rethink AI's role, viewing it as a teammate rather than just a productivity tool, which could transform teamwork and career opportunities.

https://www.oneusefulthing.org/p/the-cybernetic-teammate

Choosing Consequence-based Cyber Risk Management to Prioritize Impact Over Probability, Redefine Industrial Security

Consequence-based cyber risk management prioritizes the impact of cyber events over probability, vital for protecting critical infrastructure amid escalating cyber threats. This strategy is essential for sectors like energy, manufacturing, and utilities, where consequences can include operational downtime and safety risks. Integrating this approach with business goals requires understanding operational priorities and potential cyber attack impacts. Organizations face challenges like limited historical data but are adopting analytics and AI to enhance their predictive capabilities. Effective evaluation relies on key metrics like mean time to detect/respond and financial consequences. In a landscape marked by geopolitical tensions, organizations must adopt dynamic risk management strategies to ensure long-term resilience and operational continuity.

https://industrialcyber.co/features/choosing-consequence-based-cyber-risk-management-to-prioritize-impact-over-probability-redefine-industrial-security/

Exclusive: AI Adoption Accelerates as Lenovo Unveils New Insights for CIOs

Lenovo's new CIO Playbook reveals a shift in AI adoption from large-scale projects to practical, ROI-focused initiatives for IT leaders. CIOs are prioritizing AI to enhance employee productivity and glean insights into customer journeys. There's significant regional disparity in adoption, with Asia Pacific expected to increase AI spending significantly, particularly in retail in Australia and New Zealand. Key barriers include data quality and foundational challenges, but organizations are encouraged to start small, focus on training staff, and ensure ethical AI practices. Future AI will integrate seamlessly across devices, making it more accessible.

https://itbrief.com.au/story/exclusive-ai-adoption-accelerates-as-lenovo-unveils-new-insights-for-cios

The Evolution of the Concept of Personal Data: Are We Entering the Era of Relative Personal Data?

Evolution of personal data concept: traditional ‘absolute' view faces shifts toward ‘relative' understanding, considering identification costs, tech accessibility. Despite case law changes, high thresholds for defining personal data persist. Recent rulings affirm oversight authority's proof burden, maintaining core accountability principles in data protection. No substantial shift to relative personal data era confirmed.

https://www.twobirds.com/en/insights/2025/finland/the-evolution-of-the-concept-of-personal-data-are-we-entering-the-era-of-relative-personal-data

GDPR Ruling Has Commercial Implications for Credit Reference Agencies

GDPR ruling mandates changes for credit reference agencies, compelling them to reassess data processing practices and ensure compliance, including providing disclosures about automated decision-making involved in credit profiles. The Court of Justice of the EU deemed credit scoring as a “decision” under GDPR, requiring transparency about data use. Agencies may need to incorporate human oversight in their assessments, impacting business models significantly.

https://www.pinsentmasons.com/out-law/analysis/gdpr-ruling-commercial-implications-credit-reference-agencies

Payment Gateway Market Huge Growth at USD 31 Billion

Payment gateway market projected to grow from USD 26.1 billion in 2022 to USD 161 billion by 2032 with a CAGR of 20.5%. Driven by e-commerce growth, mobile payments, and demand for secure transactions, innovation, and compliance are key to gaining market share. North America leads, but Asia-Pacific is emerging rapidly due to mobile wallet adoption. Key players are focusing on AI and security to enhance offerings.

https://scoop.market.us/payment-gateway-market-news/

The Future of FinTech and What CEE Founders Need to Succeed

FinTech is rapidly evolving, with startups offering new payment solutions and banks adopting fintech strategies. Key challenges include security, compliance, and scalability. Pavel Kaminsky advises fintech founders in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) to simplify regulations, enhance security, and seek funding and mentorship for growth. CEE is a promising innovation hub due to resourcefulness and creativity. Future trends include embedded finance and effortless payment experiences, although biometric payment methods face skepticism due to privacy concerns.

https://therecursive.com/the-future-of-fintech-and-what-cee-founders-need-to-succeed/

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