the Guardian Cyber security for the EU: from strategy to successful deployment
To avoid significant economic damage, it's essential we create a digital defence around the businesses operating in the EU
http://www.guardian.co.uk/media-network/media-network-blog/2013/feb/13/e...
GPSJ online Managing Information Security: Public Sector Survey report (February 2013)
In the event of a data leak, the greatest worry for PSOs is for reputational damage to the organisation (31%) followed by financial consequences (20%), with policy or compliancy issues coming in third (18%).
http://www.gpsj.co.uk/view-article.asp?articleid=585
the Guardian Information security in the public sector: top security worries revealed (March 2013)
Public sector managers see accidental data loss and damage to organisations' reputations as biggest threats, survey reveals.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/media-network/media-network-blog/2013/mar/06/i...
Business Technology Mandatory cyber security standards pose risk to competitiveness, experts say
Despite the risk, a number of reports have revealed that most businesses skimp on funding cyber security and almost half of them are exposed to attacks.
http://biztechreport.co.uk/2012/12/experts-warn-mandatory-standards-on-c...
SC Magazine Cyber Security Strategy to introduce cyber territorial army drawing on industry talent and skills
The Ministry of Defence is to introduce a ‘Cyber Reserve' force to draw on the wider talent and skills of the nation in the cyber field.
http://www.scmagazineuk.com/cyber-security-strategy-to-introduce-cyber-t...
CBR UK Government Cyber Security Strategy: expert reaction
CBR rounds up expert reactions to Francis Maude MP’s progress statement on the UK’s Cyber Security Strategy.
http://www.cbronline.com/news/uk-government-cyber-security-strategy-expe...
V3 Clearswift Secure File Gateway offering aims to stop data leaks
Cyber security firm Clearswift has released a tool to prevent sensitive data being exposed by checking files against security policies whenever someone tries to copy them between departments or outside the organisation.
http://www.v3.co.uk/v3-uk/news/2227643/clearswift-secure-file-gateway-of...
SC Magazine Clearswift launches gateway for file inspection
Clearswift has announced the launch of the Secure file gateway that it said enables users to add file content inspection features to existing applications and services.
http://www.scmagazineuk.com/clearswift-launches-gateway-for-file-inspect...
Computing Businesses clamp down on social media amid security fears
There has been a 20 per cent increase in the number of enterprises blocking access to social media sites compared with this time last year, according to a report from software security company Clearswift.
http://www.computing.co.uk/ctg/news/2106773/businesses-clamp-social-medi...
SC Magazine More businesses blocking access to social media
According to research by Clearswift, there has been a 20 per cent increase in the number of companies blocking access to social media sites, with 91 per cent of those doing so mainly concerned about security and data loss.
http://www.scmagazineuk.com/more-businesses-blocking-access-to-social-me...
WSJ Europe Hacking fears prompt workplace social media ban
Executives are torn over the use of social media in enterprises, accepting that it represents a critical area for growth, but afraid of its use in companies, a report published Tuesday concludes.
http://blogs.wsj.com/tech-europe/2011/09/06/hacking-fears-prompt-workpla...
Daily Telegraph Sharp rise in Facebook and Twitter blocking at work
In last year the proportion of businesses restricting access to the services on the basis of security concerns has more than trebled, it found. In 2010 only 9 per cent of British companies had social networking bans in place, compared to 32 per cent now.
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/news/8744308/Sharp-rise-in-Faceboo...
The Register Most bosses monitor or block social-network use at work
Viruses, loss of confidential data and fear of employees tooling around doing sweet FA on Twitter are the top reasons that employers give for putting the brakes on social media in the workplace.
http://www.theregister.co.uk/2011/09/07/fear_of_social_media_holds_back_...
Financial Times Third of companies block social media
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http://www.ft.com/cms/s/4edb8512-d7de-11e0-a5d9-00144feabdc0,Authorised=...
ITPro Don't fear the Twitter man
When it comes to social networking, there are still plenty of businesses that seem to think that allowing their staff access to Twitter or Facebook is akin to allowing the Barbarians free entry through the gates of Rome.
http://www.itpro.co.uk/625210/dont-fear-the-twitter-man
eWeek Europe Data breaches cause firms to ban social media
UK business has responded to this year’s high profile data breaches by tightening control over employees’ use of social media.
http://www.techweekeurope.co.uk/news/data-breaches-provoke-knee-jerk-res...
Global Gold E-commerce boosted by social media use
Businesses can use social media campaigns to establish closer links with customers, it has been claimed.
http://www.globalgold.co.uk/web-hosting-news/custom-web-hosting/ecommerc...
InfoSecurity Blocking access to Web 2.0 in workplace not viablerity is lacking
A report from Clearswift, the IT security vendor, claims that many firms now believe that shutting down social media access is detrimental, and that Web 2.0 and allied social technologies are critical to success for today's progressive businesses
http://www.infosecurity-magazine.com/view/11024/blocking-access-to-web-2...
RealImpact Social Media forms a ‘bond’ with the customer
Social media is a key part of online marketing, says expert. Video productions, such as those posted on YouTube and Facebook, are becoming an increasingly common part of social media.
http://www.realimpactproductions.tv/Corporate-Video-Production-News/Vide...
MotivAction Blocking social networks can damage employee motivation
Many firms block access to web 2.0 applications, such as social networking sites, for security reasons; but new research has shown that doing so could impact negatively on employee motivation.
http://www.motivaction.co.uk/news/Blocking-social-networks-can-damage-em...
SocialWise Report: Today’s workers value social media, ‘Net over pay'
Most employees value trust, and the permission to use the Internet at work whenever they please, over compensation, according to a new report that examines how social media and the web are impacting the workplace.
http://socialwizz.com/?p=1099
Diversity Ltd Raises be damned! We just want to surf the internet.
It’s an indisputable fact that happy employees make for good customer service experiences that in turn, build a company’s overall brand. Bear in mind, however, that now is arguably the first time in history that employee happiness has been given...
http://diversity.net.nz/raises-be-damned-we-just-want-to-surf-the-intern...
Equi Media Social media 'phenomenally important to businesses'
According to Tristan Garrick, PR manager for the Direct Marketing Association, social media enables brands to establish a relationship with customers in a way that no other form of marketing allows.
http://www.equimedia.co.uk/ideas/news/social-media-phenomenally-importan...
Computing Social networking critical to employee satisfaction
Eight out of 10 employees claim that being trusted to manage their own time and the internet as they wish is more important than pay.
http://www.computing.co.uk/ctg/news/1834741/social-networking-critical-e...
Strategy Eye More than half of employers block social media sites
Some 68% of global businesses keep an eye on their employees' online activities during working hours, according to new research from UK security firm Clearswift.
http://digitalmedia.strategyeye.com/article/xEGWcdGhyd6/2011/09/06/more_...
Big Mouth Media Companies pull the plug on social networking sites at work
A third of UK companies are blocking their employees from using social networking sites on the job, a recent study found.
http://www.bigmouthmedia.com/live/articles/companies-pull-the-plug-on-so...
Inside Investor Relations Companies clamp down on social media use
Companies have clamped down on social media use by their employees as managers fret over security and data loss concerns, according to new research from IT firm Clearswift.
http://www.insideinvestorrelations.com/articles/social-media/18455/compa...
Fresh Business Thinking Face of social media changes in light of data breaches
According to research published by Clearswift there has, in 2011, been a shift in attitudes towards social media and personal technology in the workplace.
http://www.freshbusinessthinking.com/news.php?NID=10010&Title=Face+of+so...
Archived Coverage
Archived press coverage.
http://www.clearswift.com/news/press-coverage/archived-coverage
Eversheds comment: UK companies blocking social media over security concerns
A study by internet security company Clearswift, has revealed that nearly a third of UK companies are blocking employees from using social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter amid fears about internet security.
http://press.eversheds.com/content/Detail.aspx?ReleaseID=2527&NewsAreaID...
Microscope Security fears spark social media clampdown
We are all meant to be getting more social but with the likes of Twitter and Facebook identified as sources of security threats more firms are clamping down on the use of networking sites.
http://www.microscope.co.uk/news/2240156862/Security-fears-spark-social-...
CBR Security fears prompt social media bans at work: study
Nearly one-third of UK companies are blocking access to social networks over security fears even though they realise the potential benefits of adopting Web 2.0 tools, according to a new study.
http://media.cbronline.com/news/security-fears-prompt-social-media-bans-...
ITPro A third of UK companies are anti social networks
Almost a third of companies in the UK are either discouraging or blocking workers from social networks, research has suggested.
http://www.itpro.co.uk/635962/a-third-of-uk-companies-are-anti-social-ne...
Computer Weekly UK firms clamp down on social media in response to high-profile data breaches
UK businesses are clamping down on social media in response to recent high-profile data breaches, according to the latest annual WorkLifeWeb report from content management firm Clearswift.
http://www.computerweekly.com/news/2240105522/UK-firms-clamp-down-on-soc...
The Drum One in three companies blocking access to social networks
Employees at nearly a third of UK companies are unable to access social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter during office hours – according to new research conducted by Clearswift.
http://www.thedrum.com/news/2011/09/06/25701-one-in-three-companies-bloc...
Microscope blog Social networking seen by staff as security risk
The warnings about the security threats of social networking sites have made a deep impression on users with a growing number of users taking the view that sites like Facebook and LinkedIn pose a threat.
http://www.microscope.co.uk/news/2240156868/Social-networking-seen-by-st...