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The Spectrum of Sovereignty: Why NATO Chose an Air-Gapped Cloud (and What It Means for Enterprise Leaders)
NATO’s recent deal with Google for an air-gapped cloud marks a major shift in how organisations think about Sovereign Cloud. This article breaks down the three-tier spectrum – Public, Hybrid and Air-Gapped – and explains what each option means for enterprises navigating regulatory, operational and geopolitical risk.
Identity Offboarding Checklist: How to Reduce Risk and Strengthen Governance Across Cloud, SaaS and AD
Identity offboarding is one of the simplest ways to reduce organisational risk, yet it is still one of the most common gaps we see inside large enterprises. Dormant accounts, unmanaged SaaS access and legacy credentials create pathways for attackers long after an employee has left. This guide explains why offboarding fails, the governance issues behind it, and the practical steps every organisation can take to build a secure and repeatable process.
The Louvre Heist: A Masterclass in the Security Basics We Still Get Wrong
The recent Louvre heist revealed that the museum’s surveillance system password was simply “Louvre.” It’s a stark reminder that even the most high-profile organisations can fall to basic security failures. In this article, we examine what really causes these incidents — risk blindness, process gaps, and lack of accountability — and outline the practical steps every organisation can take to strengthen governance, culture, and identity management across the cloud.
How to do a Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) in 5 steps
How to do a DPIA in 5 simple steps.
How to Maintain Cloud Compliance When Migrating to the Cloud
Migrating to the cloud offers speed, scale, and innovation, but without a compliance-first strategy, it can put your business at serious risk. This guide walks through the essential steps to maintain security and regulatory compliance before, during, and after migration, so you can move to the cloud with confidence.
Understanding the Shared Responsibility Model in Cloud Security
The Shared Responsibility Model defines exactly where your cloud provider’s role ends and yours begins. Misunderstanding it is one of the most common and costly mistakes in cloud security.
What to Look for in a Cloud Security Partner
Choosing the right cloud security partner can make or break your cloud strategy. This post explains what to look for, and why it matters.
TV Promo - Cyber Security and Digital Forensics
We explore the world of cyber security and how digital systems benefit from protective technologies.