Technology

Our nation’s electric, banking and telecommunications sectors are under threat from Russia, China and other adversaries. The Federal government can’t share with these industries the intelligence it has collected on these threats – it’s classified.

While the internet’s borderless nature benefits the global economy and advances technological innovation, it has also led to the wide spread of cyber threats.

In today’s business world, IT has become more ubiquitous than ever; much sensitive data is online.

Around the holidays, “cyber” is often associated with shopping. Seventy-eight million Americans were expected to make online purchases Cyber Monday. While you’re filling your cart, businesses are guarding against cyberattacks.

They may not realize it, but campaigns are on the front lines of a 21st century cyber battle. Malicious actors are stepping up attacks to undermine our democracy.

Much effort has been expended on developing international cybersecurity norms that provide guardrails for responsible state behavior — indicating what actors should and shouldn’t do in cyberspace.

The internet was commercialized 27 years ago; a symbol that the end of the cold war meant universal adoption of liberal democracy. That was utopian.

Americans have the right to choose their elected government free from foreign interference.

My clients frequently ask how best to prepare for a breach. They know that, despite reasonable efforts, it is a matter of “when,” not “if,” such an event occurs.

Cyberattacks are increasing in frequency, impact and reach. In developing my annual National Security Management Course, which convenes senior military and civilian leaders to explore the most pressing global security challenges, the rise of cybersecurity threats is the new normal.

Large enterprises need to invest in the security of their value chains, which means helping small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) improve cyber risk management.

The exposure of consumer personal information is front and center in the headlines today. For companies, the loss of critical business data – trade secrets, confidential strategy documents and the like – can also result in reputational, financial or operational impacts.

Twitter and Bloomberg have recently partnered together to create a service that will stream news produced solely for Twitter.

Facebook recently announced its feature designed to help mobile users find free accessible Wi-Fi networks. “Find Wi-Fi” will be available for users worldwide on iOS and Android devices.

Congress recently voted to repeal an FCC privacy ruling protecting customers’ online data; it allows ISPs to now sell user information to advertisers and third parties, like blogs and news sites, without their consent.

Facebook recently unveiled a “Town Hall” feature allowing users to call, message, email and connect with their representatives directly from the social media platform. This move signals the rapidly expanding role that Facebook plays in the political discussion – having served as a launching pad for movements like Pantsuit Nation, but also coming under fire for not quelling the “fake news” some say swayed the election.

The Constitution protects Americans’ property from unreasonable searches and seizures – and we must ensure this principle thrives in the digital age. Technology has outpaced the antiquated law governing how law enforcement obtains electronic communications, and there’s broad consensus for reform.

First, it was Boeing’s Air Force One program. Then, Lockheed’s F-35 program, when the company’s valuation fell by nearly $4 billion– after a single tweet.

Facebook has been around for a while meaning you already know a few things about using it for your business. Even so, here are few tips and reminders for effectively engaging your followers on Facebook.

While debate around the 45th Presidential Inauguration’s attendance continues to make news, there is no dispute about the massive turnout on social media.

Since November, Washington has been consumed by transition talk – from cabinet appointments to a new family in the White House. But as the first “social media president” prepares to leave office, what about the digital transition – and, specifically, for tweet-friendly Trump, the fate of @POTUS?

2016 was a HUGE year in digital and social media. Paid social increased in importance as organic reach continues to shrink. This confirms what we knew – that social media is pay to play, unless your name is Donald Trump.

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You might say 2016 was the first “Twitter election.” Candidates, voters, and pundits alike unleashed 140-character missives at an alarming rate unseen in prior elections – including candidates engaging each other directly through social media.