Honeywell Acquires Scadafence, an Israeli Cybersecurity Business

July 10, 2023

Honeywell International announced on Monday that it has reached an agreement to acquire Scadafence, an Israeli company that specializes in operational-technology and Internet-of-Things cybersecurity solutions for monitoring large-scale networks. This acquisition strengthens Honeywell’s cybersecurity portfolio. Newsletter Sign-up WSJ Pro Cybersecurity Cybersecurity news, analysis, and insights from WSJ’s global team of reporters and editors. Honeywell acknowledges …

EU Imposes Deforestation Rules on U.S. Companies for Coffee, Wood, and Other Common Products

June 29, 2023

Under a new law in the European Union, companies selling everyday products such as leather shoes, coffee, and chocolate will soon be required to prove that their goods are not contributing to deforestation. This law comes into effect on Thursday and gives companies 18 months to prepare for compliance. Specifically, companies will need to provide …

Encouragement for Oil and Gas Companies to Adopt Affordable Solutions for Emissions

June 28, 2023

In an effort to combat climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the International Energy Agency (IEA) has urged oil and gas companies to allocate a small portion of their earnings towards minimizing methane releases. According to the IEA, an investment of $75 billion from the sector between now and 2030, equivalent to just 2% …

Encouragement for Oil and Gas Companies to Seek Economical Solutions for Emissions

June 28, 2023

Oil and gas companies have the potential to significantly reduce their greenhouse-gas emissions by investing a small portion of their earnings in minimizing methane releases, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). In their latest report, the IEA suggests that an investment of $75 billion from oil and gas companies between now and 2030, equivalent …

A Single Change Could Aid U.S. Pharmaceutical Companies in Conserving 11 Million Trees Annually

June 15, 2023

Doctors and pharmacists are receiving lengthy pamphlets for prescription drugs, but efforts to digitize this information are gaining traction. A bill in Congress aims to eliminate the need for paper inserts by allowing drugmakers to provide up-to-date digital information. Advocates argue that medical professionals already consult electronic versions and discard the paper inserts. Those in …

June 2023: The Latest Quarterly Update on Cyber Regulations

June 15, 2023

This quarterly report provides updates on cyber regulations issued by various regulatory bodies, such as the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and the New York Department of Financial Services. It also highlights recent developments in the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, notable enforcement actions, and expert perspectives. Regulatory Updates U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission: In March …

Despite Its Struggles, Brazil’s Role in Slowing Global Warming Cannot be Ignored

June 15, 2023

With Brazil’s struggle to establish a regulated carbon market, the country’s new president aims to implement a fresh approach in replacing his predecessor’s unsuccessful strategy. However, achieving success is still uncertain. President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s administration is finalizing a proposal for a new regulated cap-and-trade system, which he plans to submit to Congress …