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EU Breaks Down National Boundaries With Telecoms Rules | eWEEK Europe UK
[...] Reding added that the introduction of the telecoms rules into EU law should motivate member states to adopt the regulations. Now that the reform Directives have been published in the Official Journal, I ask Member States to start work on the swift transposition of these rules into national laws. [...] In a statement released this week, the EU announced the new telecoms rules have been published in the Official Journal of the European Union and are now officially EU Law. As well as controversial measures on how member states should tackle the issue of illegal file-sharing, the rules also look to break down national barriers when it comes to provision of communication services such as broadband. [...] Composed of the Better Regulation Directive and the Citizen's Rights Directive, the telecoms rules will also see the establishment of a European telecoms regulator known as the Body of European Regulators For Electronic Communications (BEREC). [...]
Water Overlooked In Energy Plans, Reports Claim | eWEEK Europe UK
[...] And the Environment Agency report suggested the government update building regulations so that hot-water systems have to comply with the same energy efficiency rules covering their design and construction. [...]
RSA: US Defence Experts Discuss Security Versus Privacy | eWEEK Europe UK
[...] When it comes to regulations, the devil is in the details, said Chertoff, adding that writing those types of rules can be difficult. Part of the problem is the government has discredited itself in the last 10 years, Clarke said, referring to controversies involving privacy violations. [...] The challenge is to strike the right balance between those who don't want government regulation and those who recognize the government has both unique capabilities and access to insights about the threat landscape that isn't always available to the private sector, Chertoff said. [...]
NHS Takes Action Over Data Security | eWEEK Europe UK
[...] Last month, the ICO released a statement naming several hospitals which it said had breached data protection regulations and were now taking action to improve their information security and reminded that the NHS that is has to respect data protection rules like any other organisation. [...] The NHS confirmed that it had received the letter and would be making every effort to comply with data protection regulations. [...] The office of the UK's Information Commissioner (ICO) Richard Thomas has confirmed that a letter has been sent to the Department of Health asking the organisation to tighten up policy on the control of patient information. The letter will be backed up by spot-checks on hospitals to make sure they are complying with data protection regulations, the ICO has said. [...]
» Print Cloud Security Issues Come To The Fore | eWEEK Europe UK
[...] The [2] Cloud Security summit, a virtual event run by BrightTalk on 30 September, will include several presentations on how to meet regulations, in a full day's programme about using cloud services securely. [...] Early critics of cloud computing have claimed that it is simply not as secure as in-house IT, but service providers such as Google who offer cloud-based applications have [1] made a strong defence. Now, critics are focussing on the next level of issues, including the difficulty of meeting regulations - when personal data used by enterprise applications may be stored and moved internationally by cloud-based services. [...] Despite DeCarlo's criticisms, it's evident that vendors and service providers have already done lots of work around regulations and compliance. The BrightTalk summit includes a presentation on [4] Cloud Computing and the Law, from Miranda Mowbray of Hewlett-Packard, and a [5] round table on cloud compliance, which will include BT, the Open Group and SafeNet, along with other sessions on [6] international regulatory issues and legal matters. [...]
Cloud Security Issues Come To The Fore | eWEEK Europe UK
[...] Despite DeCarlo's criticisms, it's evident that vendors and service providers have already done lots of work around regulations and compliance. The BrightTalk summit includes a presentation on Cloud Computing and the Law, from Miranda Mowbray of Hewlett-Packard, and a round table on cloud compliance, which will include BT, the Open Group and SafeNet, along with other sessions on international regulatory issues and legal matters. [...] Early critics of cloud computing have claimed that it is simply not as secure as in-house IT, but service providers such as Google who offer cloud-based applications have made a strong defence. Now, critics are focussing on the next level of issues, including the difficulty of meeting regulations - when personal data used by enterprise applications may be stored and moved internationally by cloud-based services. [...] The Cloud Security summit, a virtual event run by BrightTalk on 30 September, will include several presentations on how to meet regulations, in a full day's programme about using cloud services securely. [...]
Microsoft Calls For Stronger Cloud Computing Laws | eWEEK Europe UK
[...] Smith also proposed Congress make improvements in the ECPA (Electronic Communications Privacy Act) to clearly define and provide stronger protections for consumers and businesses. modernisation of the CFAA (Computer Fraud and Abuse Act) so law enforcement has the tools it needs to go after malicious hackers and deter instances of online-based crimes. [...] In some areas of the law, such as under the CAN-SPAM Act, it's clear that service providers have a private right of action. Congress should amend the law to provide service providers with a similar private right of action for security attacks on the cloud, Smith said. [...] In addition to strengthened U.S. laws, Microsoft General Counsel Brad Smith said cloud computing regulations should be driven by commitments from other governments to ensure data sovereignty. [...]
» Print Microsoft Calls For Stronger Cloud Computing Laws | eWEEK Europe UK
[...] Smith also proposed Congress make improvements in the ECPA (Electronic Communications Privacy Act) to clearly define and provide stronger protections for consumers and businesses. modernisation of the CFAA (Computer Fraud and Abuse Act) so law enforcement has the tools it needs to go after malicious hackers and deter instances of [2] online-based crimes. [...] In addition to strengthened U.S. laws, Microsoft General Counsel Brad Smith said [1] cloud computing regulations should be driven by commitments from other governments to ensure data sovereignty. [...] Print Microsoft Calls For Stronger Cloud Computing Laws. eWEEK Europe UK. [...]
IT Firm Aims To Make Buildings Green | eWEEK Europe UK
[...] We're expecting a boom in this sort of business, said Swallow. We are trying to be thought leaders, and we do see a big takeup for this. Laws and regulations have been introduced and face with emissions taxation and escalating energy costs, companies are reviewing how they can operate in a more efficient environment. . [...]
Green Data Centres Wait For Regulations | eWEEK Europe UK
[...] Attendees in eWEEK Europe's webinar, Green Wash or Green Backs were asked what would drive them to adopt more sustainable data centre practices - a majority (over 60 percent) said it would be regulations, while smaller amounts voted for cash savings or environmental benefits. [...] Sustainable data centres are creating interest among potential users, but users may be waiting for regulations to force their hand before adopting them enthusiastically, according to feedback from an eWEEK Europe web seminar. [...] Users are keen to know about sustainable data centres, but it looks like it might take regulations to push them to adopt a more environmental approach. [...]
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