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April

13
2023
Industry News

Ads for fake AI and other software spread malicious software

There’s a lot of hype around artificial intelligence (AI) these days. And cybercriminals are taking advantage of people’s interest in AI to spread harmful malware through online ads.

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April

12
2023
Industry News

Minor Procedural Missteps” in Collection Litigation Do Not Violate the FDCPA, District Court Holds

In Ingersoll v. Brandsness, the suit arose out of an effort by a collection agency and its counsel to obtain a judgment on unpaid medical bills. After the filing of the complaint, and the consumer’s filing an answer, the matter was referred to arbitration. Then, counsel for the collection agency moved for entry of default, which was denied in light of the consumer’s answer.

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April

12
2023
Trends

Why reporting an incident only makes the cybersecurity community stronger

Reporting an incident to the correct authorities or vulnerability clearinghouses can be an experience fraught with frustration. You pour time, energy, and resources into fighting an intrusion, all while keeping company officials and stakeholders up to date and preventing sensitive information from getting into the wild.

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April

12
2023
Compliance

Cracking down on robocalls: FCC takes action against company for violating new rules

WASHINGTON (7News) — The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced it is taking action against a company it accuses of violating new rules against illegal robocalls.

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April

12
2023
Industry News

Texas Data Privacy and Security Act Moving Forward

The Texas House of Representatives on April 4 voted unanimously in favor of Texas House Bill 4, the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act. The Texas legislature remains in session through May 29, so there is ample time for the legislation to continue its course.

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