Tag: FTC Safeguards Rule
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The FTC Safeguards Rule Is Now in Effect — What California Businesses Need to Do ASAP
If your business handles consumer financial data — even as a side service — it’s time to get serious about cybersecurity compliance. The Federal Trade Commission’s updated Safeguards Rule took full effect on May 13, 2024, and it’s already reshaping how businesses across California are required to protect customer data and report data breaches. At…
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Why California CPAs Can’t Afford to Skip PEN Testing in 2025
If you run or work at a CPA firm in California, you’re no stranger to deadlines, data, and demands from clients who expect nothing less than precision and discretion. But here’s something you may not have top of mind:Cybercriminals love your business. Why? Because CPAs hold the keys to a treasure trove of sensitive information:…