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Information Security GDPR

Best Practices for Email Distribution Lists | Skillcast

5 minute read

Email distribution lists are a blessing and a curse. Our 10 best practices will help ensure your lists stay effective, efficient and comply with the law.

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Information Security Product News & Events

What is ISO 27001 Certification & Why is it Important? |...

3 minute read

Skillcast's information security management system (ISMS) has been awarded ISO 27001 status since 2011. Find out why it's important & how to achieve it.

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Information Security Compliance Strategy

ESG Data Guide | Management, Security and Analysis |...

4 minute read

Manage ESG data effectively and securely with our comprehensive guide. Explore strategies for data collection, analysis, and privacy protection.

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Information Security GDPR

Identifying and Dealing with Data Breaches | Skillcast

4 minute read

Learn how to identify and deal with data breaches effectively. Explore prevention strategies, GDPR compliance, and long-term protection solutions for your business.

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Information Security Risk Management

Understanding the DORA Regulation | DORA | Skillcast

8 minute read

The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) is a new regulatory framework in the financial sector. We explore the DORA regulation and its implications.

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Information Security GDPR

Biggest GDPR Fines of 2024 | Skillcast

16 minute read

Last year, some hefty fines were issued often to repeat offenders. We review the largest penalties dished out in 2024 and the breaches behind them.

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Health and Safety Equality and Diversity

Top 10 Compliance Challenges in 2025 | Skillcast

35 minute read

It's that time again when we stare into a crystal ball and contemplate the year ahead. In 2025, we predict firms will encounter a myriad of challenges.

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Information Security

The 10 Worst Cyber Crimes Analysed | Skillcast

8 minute read

Cyber crimes cost the UK government £27 billion each year and are likely to keep rising. We examine the consequences of the biggest-ever cyberattacks.

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Information Security Financial Crime

Comprehensive Guide to Cybersecurity Compliance | Skillcast

5 minute read

Explore insights into cybersecurity compliance strategies for reducing risk, securing supply chains, safeguarding SMEs, and enhancing public sector protection.

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Information Security

How to Improve Cybersecurity Awareness and Training |...

6 minute read

Enhance your organisation's cybersecurity with practical training, policy guidelines, and awareness tactics. Learn how to build a secure digital culture.

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Information Security Risk Management

Achieving DORA Compliance with Staff Training | Skillcast

5 minute read

DORA is a framework introduced to strengthen digital resilience across the EU's financial sector. With the deadline approaching, DORA compliance is vital.

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Information Security GDPR

Navigating the Future of Data Protection | Skillcast

8 minute read

GDPR mandates strict compliance to ensure data protection and security. We explore the latest updates to this regulation and best practices.

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Information Security GDPR

Special Category Data GDPR Best Practices | Skillcast

3 minute read

Collecting sensitive personal data has become a necessity for businesses. We explain what special category data is and how to stay GDPR compliant.

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Information Security GDPR

20 Biggest GDPR Fines 2018 - 2024 | Breaches of GDPR |...

18 minute read

The past few years have seen some massive GDPR fines handed out to firms. Here's a breakdown of the top penalties from 2018 to 2024.

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Information Security GDPR

Customer Data Protection | Skillcast

4 minute read

Protecting customer data is always imperative but to retain subscribing customers it’s even more important to protect their data from cyberattacks - learn how.

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Information Security

Protecting Your SME From Phishing Attacks | Skillcast

4 minute read

Phishing attacks on SMEs are as big a threat as they are to larger businesses. Learn how to protect your SME and mitigate the threat of phishing scams.

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Information Security Risk Management

Data Protection Act 2018 | Act 2018 and Principles |...

17 minute read

Discover how to handle data safely to adhere to the Data Protection Act. Learn more about the DPA Act 2018 and essential principles for business compliance.

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Information Security GDPR

7 Ways to Protect Health Data under GDPR | Skillcast

3 minute read

Health data security is a topic that frequently makes headlines due to the rising threat of cyberattacks targeting healthcare systems.

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Information Security Financial Crime

10 Ways to Protect Staff From Identity Fraud | Skillcast

4 minute read

Stay one step ahead of the fraudsters by following our 10 top tips to ensure you don't fall victim to identity fraud.

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Information Security GDPR

Top 10 GDPR Questions Answered | Skillcast

6 minute read

Is your business really GDPR compliant? Any company deemed non-compliant faces potentially hefty fines. We answer the top 10 frequently asked questions.

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Information Security

8 Email Phishing Prevention Tips | Skillcast

4 minute read

Workplace malware protection tools may not always succeed. That's why it is  important to try and avoid the risks by following a few simple guidelines.

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Information Security GDPR

8 GDPR Data Sharing Compliance Tips | Skillcast

3 minute read

Sharing of personal data by organisations within the EU is subject to the GDPR. We have 8 tips to help you stay compliant when sharing data.

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Information Security GDPR

GDPR Data Subject Access Requests | Skillcast

6 minute read

Under GDPR, the way a data subject access request (DSAR) is dealt with has changed. But how can you manage them effectively while remaining compliant? 

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Information Security Financial Crime

8 Tips for Protecting Cardholder Data | Skillcast

3 minute read

Cardholder fraud creates a compliance headache. We have some tips on how your business should deal with cardholder data to mitigate the risks.

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Information Security

10 Tips to Improve Data Security | Skillcast

4 minute read

Over 4.5 billion data records have been breached this year, with human error being the leading cause of breached records.

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Information Security

Data Security when Travelling | Skillcast

2 minute read

Many keep working when travelling on public transport, but what are the risks? We have some tips to keep your data secure even while you are on the move.

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Information Security GDPR

Appointing a Data Protection Officer | Skillcast

4 minute read

We explain how to decide if you need a DPO, what their responsibilities should be and the key priorities they should address. 

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Information Security GDPR

What is the GDPR Right to be Forgotten? | Skillcast

4 minute read

The right to be forgotten is a part of GDPR law that can be tricky to comply with. How do companies fulfil this requirement? Read on to find out.

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Information Security GDPR

Legal Basis for Data Processing under GDPR | Skillcast

4 minute read

There are 6 legal bases for processing as set out in Article 6 of the GDPR. At least one of these must apply whenever you process personal data.

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Information Security GDPR

How to Boost Workplace Password Security | Skillcast

3 minute read

With both data breaches and fines on the rise, workplace password security has become more critical than ever. We've got some practical tips to help.

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Information Security GDPR

10 Tips for Marketing GDPR Compliance | Skillcast

4 minute read

GDPR applies to all marketing that uses personal data. We have some tips on how to stay compliant, avoid the hefty fines and prevent PR disasters.

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Information Security Risk Management

Data Protection Compliance in Times of Disruption |...

4 minute read

In times of disruption, GDPR compliance is more challenging than ever. To help we've identified the key priorities and what to do to maintain compliance.

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Information Security

6 Tips to Reduce the Risk of Ransomware Attacks | Skillcast

5 minute read

Ransomware attacks have doubled in the UK in 2019, only the US now suffers more. We have some tips on how to reduce the risk of your company being attacked

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Information Security GDPR

Data Protection: Is Corporate Confidence Misplaced? |...

5 minute read

In Skillcast Compliance Insights Survey 80% of employees & their managers stated they understand & comply with data protection legislation, but do they?

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Information Security Product News & Events

Skillcast GDPR Compliance Summit | Skillcast

4 minute read

Skillcast launched GDPR Compliance e-learning library updates over breakfast & industry experts shared insights into GDPR compliance issues to watch for.

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Information Security GDPR

Explaining GDPR Article 4 & Personal Data | Skillcast

2 minute read

GDPR Article 4 greatly widens the definition of personal data beyond the information that could identify a living individual like name and address.

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Information Security GDPR

Data Retention Legislation & GDPR Fines | Skillcast

2 minute read

'Will firms risk retaining data for longer than can be argued as necessary?'. Martin Schofield sees a very different approach to compliance post-GDPR.

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Information Security

How To Protect Personal Data When Using Social Media |...

2 minute read

In light of the recent Facebook scandal, we examine the steps you should be taking to protect your personal data when using social media and apps.

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