article thumbnail

Executives on social media: The value of social leadership

Dataconomy

Social media platforms have evolved beyond personal networking, transforming into powerful professional communication and brand-building tools. This article explores the significance of executives engaging in social media and how social leadership can bring value to individuals and the organizations they represent.

Social 72
article thumbnail

CIOs And The Problem Of Social Engineering

The Accidental Successful CIO

Social engineering is how the bad guys get employees to say too much Image Credit: Alexandre Formagio. These days they use a more sophisticated attack: social engineering. What Is Social Engineering? So just exactly what is this thing that we call “social engineering” ? However, hackers have since moved on.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

How social media made Barbenheimer a big marketing success?

Dataconomy

As the amalgamation of these titles suggests, the trend captured the attention of millions, showcasing the powerful impact of social media on shaping the film industry’s future. Through hashtags, memes, and creative fan-made content, social media became the driving force behind the success of this cinematic experiment.

Media 69
article thumbnail

Don’t gamble with your identity verification practices

CIO Business Intelligence

But casino gaming companies MGM Resorts International and Caesars Entertainment were caught short in this area in recent weeks by hackers using identity-based and social engineering attacks that spoofed identity to gain access to secure systems. According to reports, MGM and Caesars were both customers of identity management company Okta.

article thumbnail

The AI cat and mouse game has begun

CIO Business Intelligence

This real-world deepfake event is precisely what CIOs and CISOs have been worried about for years. Two-factor authentication practices just won’t cut it. Typical tactics may involve phishing emails or deceptive social media messages designed to steal company credentials. Lesson learned: once access is given, it’s too late.

Social 78
article thumbnail

Four questions for a casino InfoSec director

CIO Business Intelligence

Recent cyberattacks at MGM Resorts and Caesars Entertainment have put the spotlight on cybersecurity practices at casinos – and the importance of educating employees on social engineering tactics. Events, Media and Entertainment Industry, Security What emerging technologies are you most excited about?

article thumbnail

A former pro is helping figure skating look more authentic than ever

The Verge

But far more exciting and intimate ways to shoot ice skating have been emerging on social media, and one person in particular has made a name synonymous with turning the sport into something spectacular to watch: Jordan Cowan, under the name On Ice Perspectives. It can be dull to watch. What made you want to start On Ice Perspectives?