
Norman Ainsworth
Change Management AdvisorThe Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) is set to become a mandatory compliance requirement for various financial entities within the European Union as of January 17, 2025. This legislative development represents a significant step in fortifying the operational resilience of entities by ensuring stringent risk management protocols for
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has mandated GoDaddy Inc., a prominent web hosting provider, to enhance its security measures following a prolonged history of data breaches. This directive stems from a complaint filed by the FTC, which accuses GoDaddy of neglecting to apply adequate security measures to protect its website-hosting
Why Must Financial Institutions Act Now to Comply with DORA? The digital transformation of the financial sector is not only inevitable but well underway. As institutions adapt to evolving technologies, ensuring operational resilience is now front and center. The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), which takes effect from January 17,
China’s newly unveiled framework aimed at promoting cross-border data flows represents a significant shift in its approach to global data governance. Announced by Chinese President Xi Jinping during the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) leaders meeting in Lima, Peru, the "Global Cross-Border Data Flow Cooperation Initiative" is part of a
The manufacturing sector is undergoing a significant transformation as it embraces cutting-edge technologies and addresses the challenges of data management, sustainability, IT/OT convergence, and security. This article explores the major trends expected to shape the manufacturing landscape by 2025, emphasizing the drive toward smarter production
The concept of disciplined risk management proved to be a cornerstone for achieving a remarkable 31.45% return in 2024, as demonstrated by the performance of IG's 'Trade of the Week' (TOTW) program. Contrary to the common assumption that high win rates dictate trading success, the program underscored the critical importance of measured risk-taking