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Here's what comes next to authenticate users and protect networks.

There are two types of companies: those that have discovered security breaches and those that don't yet know they've been breached.

Encryption is slowly becoming the gold standard for data security, which is a tacit acknowledgment that there is no keeping hackers out.

You've poured your heart and soul into building your company. Make sure any newcomer you bring into your business has done the same -- and has the processes in place to protect your investments.

If bitcoin is all you know about blockchain, you have a lot to learn.

A company's success ultimately is only as great as its customer's trust.

Consumers have soured on the trade in their personal data. A few companies are carving out a niche by rejecting Orwellian practices.

Workplace transformation affects how we work and impacts employees of all ages.

The fewer secrets you have, the fewer you'll need to protect.

Equifax's breach affects the equivalent of nearly half of the U.S. Census Bureau's population estimate of more than 325 million people.

Careless mistakes that can cause an entire organization to go offline are becoming more and more inevitable.

A cyberattack could mean irreparable damage to your reputation and financial ruin for your business. Multifactor authentication can protect you.

Wiretapping is serious business, and it's unwise to bank on the idea that it won't happen to you.

What can businesses on both sides of the Atlantic learn from how British spymasters keep data safe?

Passwords are inconvenient, forgettable and not particularly secure locks for our prized data. Technology can do better.

In the U.S., most requests come from search warrants and other court orders, although some are made using secret 'national security letters.'

With the upcoming Windows 10 Creators Update, Microsoft will give users the option to limit the sharing of their diagnostic data, or open the floodgates.

Security, privacy and ease of use are all concerns.

What are you doing right now to make sure your hard work isn't taken down by some faceless hacker?

Do leaders at your company understand their responsibility in setting security standards? If not, it's high time they get involved.

Beyond having dedicated experts, it is equally important to improve the practical security skills of all developers.