Texas Senate approves bill to establish petroleum theft task force
The Texas Senate on Wednesday unanimously approved a bill that would create a task force to combat the escalating issue of petroleum theft in the state.
Senate Bill 494, authored by Republican Sen. Kevin Sparks of Midland, would form a statewide task force that would “analyze organized oil field theft and recommend solutions” to address petroleum-product theft in Texas, Sparks said on Wednesday. The taskforce, under the oversight of the Railroad Commission of Texas, would be made up of industry stakeholders and law enforcement agencies. {Read full article here}
Digital Forensics Market to Reach USD 29.5 Billion by 2032 | How Does Digital Forensics Protect Data
NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ — According to a new report published by Market Research Future, The Digital Forensics Market was valued at USD 12.3 Billion in 2024, and is estimated to reach USD 29.5 Billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 11.30% from 2024 to 2032.
The digital forensics market is experiencing rapid growth, driven by increasing cybercrime activities and the need for advanced investigative techniques. Organizations across various sectors, including law enforcement, healthcare, banking, and IT, are investing in digital forensic solutions to uncover, analyze, and protect against cyber threats. {Read full article here}
Why Strengthening Executive Protection Programs is a Critical Issue
The shocking assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has sent frissons of concern through corporate America. The attack carried out in broad daylight as Thompson made his way to an investor meeting in midtown Manhattan highlights a new and unsettling reality. In its aftermath, boards of directors have convened emergency sessions, family offices are reassessing security protocols, and the C-suite is questioning its preparedness for emerging threats. {Read full article here}
The digital threat: Why cybersecurity can’t be an afterthought
In Ocean’s Eleven, a team of elite thieves bypasses the most advanced security system in Las Vegas, not by brute force, but by exploiting blind spots the casino never considered. In the digital world, cybercriminals operate much the same way—identifying weak links in organisations’ defences, whether it’s an outdated firewall, an untrained employee, or lax third-party security.
Take the British Library ransomware attack in late 2023. Hackers infiltrated its systems, stole 600GB of data, and left behind a £6–7 million recovery bill—all because of inadequate authentication and access controls. {Read full article here}