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SME CYBER INSIGHTS: Welcome to Today’s Edition of SMECYBERInsights – The Roundup of Today´s UK Small Business Cybersecurity Best Practice & Advice …
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1). COMPLIANCE: Understanding the European Data Act and GDPR Compliance for UK SMEs. For UK-based small and medium enterprises (SMEs), navigating the evolving landscape of data protection regulations continues to present significant challenges. With the European Data Act (EDA) now in effect alongside the established General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), businesses must understand how these frameworks interact and what compliance measures they need to implement. The European Data Act, which came into full effect in 2024, aims to create a fairer data economy by ensuring more equitable access to and use of data generated across all economic sectors in the EU …

2). RANSOMWARE RESILIENCE: How Proactive Backups Can Save Your Valuable Business Data. In today’s digital landscape, ransomware attacks have evolved from rare occurrences to persistent threats affecting UK businesses of all sizes, with small and medium enterprises (SMEs) particularly vulnerable. According to the UK National Cyber Security Centre, ransomware remains one of the most significant cyber threats facing British businesses, with attacks increasing by over 60% in the past year alone. The consequences of these attacks extend beyond financial losses to include operational disruptions, reputational damage, and permanent data loss. While cybersecurity measures continue to advance, one strategy remains consistently effective in mitigating the impact of ransomware: proactive data backup systems …

3). GDPR: General Data Protection Regulation Compliance for SMEs – In today’s interconnected digital world, data privacy has become a paramount concern for businesses and individuals alike. The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) stands as a cornerstone legislation designed to safeguard personal data within the European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA). Enforced from May 25, 2018, GDPR has not only transformed how organizations handle data but also set a global standard for data protection and privacy. GDPR is a comprehensive regulation that aims to give individuals in the EU more control over their personal data and unify data protection rules within the EU/EEA. It applies to all businesses, regardless of location, that process personal data of individuals residing in the EU …

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