Biodiversity credits have the potential to be a crucial source of funding for the conservation of Earth’s ecosystems. However, establishing a functional market for the buying and selling of these payment tokens won’t be an easy task. It is important to protect the diversity of plants and animals as it has a direct impact on …
Volvo Group, a global company operating in the challenging sector of truck, bus, and construction and marine equipment manufacturing, aims to decarbonize its operations and achieve net zero emissions by 2040. Karin Svensson, the chief sustainability officer of the company, leads this effort. In an interview, Svensson discusses the electrification of transport, the complexities of …
In a cyberattack incident, the claims agent responsible for bankruptcy cases involving Genesis Global Holdco, FTX, and BlockFi, revealed that it had fallen victim to a data breach. As a result, the personal data of hundreds of claimants may have been compromised. Kroll, a business-services company, reported that hackers conducted a SIM-swapping attack on T-Mobile …
In the effort to combat climate change, the Biden administration is urging carmakers to transition to electric vehicles. However, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), the main U.S. agency for technology and competition, is emphasizing the need for cybersecurity guidelines in the EV industry to protect against both domestic and international hacking. The …
Nestled in the scenic mountains of northern Portugal, just a couple of hours away from the bustling city of Porto, you’ll find the charming village of Covas do Barroso. This idyllic farming village has a population of less than 200, mostly consisting of older residents. The surrounding region is renowned for its Barrosão cattle, a …
Peggy Noonan has been an esteemed opinion columnist at the Wall Street Journal since 2000, known for her column “Declarations.” Her exceptional talent was recognized in 2017 when she was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for Commentary. In addition to her role as a political analyst for NBC News, Noonan is also a highly accomplished author, …
New regulations have been implemented to govern the reporting of cyberattacks by publicly traded companies to financial regulators. These rules focus on the concept of materiality, though there is disagreement among executives about the simplicity of this concept. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently adopted final rules that require listed companies to report …
Some businesses are exercising caution before signing up for a long-awaited new data agreement between the U.S. and the European Union. They want to determine if the benefits of the agreement outweigh the potential risks. After three years of negotiations, the EU granted final approval in July to a new deal that permits companies to …
Peggy Noonan is an esteemed opinion columnist who has been contributing to the Wall Street Journal since 2000. Her widely read column, “Declarations,” has established her as a prominent voice in the realm of political analysis and commentary. In recognition of her exceptional talent, Noonan was honored with the Pulitzer Prize for Commentary in 2017. …
Hospital operators are taking a firm stance on the cybersecurity measures implemented by their vendors and suppliers. This comes in response to a series of third-party cyber incidents that have led to data breaches and legal action in the healthcare industry. The Health 3rd Party Trust Initiative, which consists of major healthcare providers, has released …