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Data Security
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Navigating the data privacy landscape these days can be daunting, particularly with the continual emergence of new state and federal regulations. We now have 13 state laws signed, and many others to come online in the next year, not to mention sector-specific laws. These have led to hundreds of lawsuits and enforcement actions. Given thatโฆ
VF Corp., the parent company of popular apparel brands Vans, Supreme, and The North Face, said last week that hackers stole the personal data of 35.5 million customers in a December cyberattack, reports TechCrunch. The filing to regulators didn't say specifically what kinds of personal data was taken, or if the company yet knows whatโฆ
On Monday, VF Corporation, the U.S.-based owner of apparel brands including Vans, Supreme, and The North Face, confirmed a cyberattack has impacted the companyโs ability to fulfill orders ahead of Christmas, reports TechCrunch. The company first detected the attack on Dec. 13, according to a filing with federal regulators. Hackers disrupted the companyโs operations โbyโฆ
This holiday season, U.S. online sales are projected to grow nearly 5 percent over last yearโs numbers, which is good news for retailers hoping to close out the year with a strong Q4. Unfortunately, cybercriminals are targeting retailers with growing regularity. During the holiday season, any website downtime or service outage can result in significantโฆ
In the retail industry, customer data is a prized possession. Itโs the lifeblood that fuels personalized marketing and tailored experiences. However, this treasure trove of information also makes retailers prime targets for cyberattacks. The ongoing battle to safeguard this sensitive data is a constant struggle, especially during the high-stakes holiday season. The consequences of theseโฆ
Staples announced Monday it had been hit by a cyber attack during the week following Thanksgiving that temporarily disrupted customer support channels and delivery systems. โStaples recently identified a cybersecurity risk [and] took proactive steps in an effort to mitigate the impact and protect customer data," the company said on its website. PC Magazine reportedโฆ
Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is the next big thing for retail. With 92 percent of retailers planning to increase AI investments next year, leading brands like Walmart are already rolling out GenAI assistants to help customers with purchases. The possibilities for GenAI are endless, but they create new risks for data breaches that everyone needsโฆ
To sell goods and services to consumers, the more successful businesses use two fronts instead of one. Brick-and-mortar shops serve local customers, while online storefronts serve the rest of the world. To track every transaction, companies need help from modern digital technologies, including endpoint management. This ensures that the devices that help complete a transactionโฆ
As artificial intelligence tools go mainstream and companies look to harness their full potential, itโs logical for online retailers to integrate the technology into their selling strategies. E-commerce already offers key benefits around data collection, and AIโs capabilities promise to make vendors smarter and more agile in improving their approaches. However, that doesnโt mean thatโฆ
A frictionless checkout experience and a need for data security and portability are crucial concerns for retailers and consumers alike. On one side, consumers demand payment optionality at checkout, while on the other, retailers strive to meet that challenge by utilizing various payment service providers (PSPs) and payment methods. Itโs no wonder then that atโฆ