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Provider of specialist Cybersecurity and Data Protection advisory services. Fully Independent of all IT vendors. Unbiased expertise you can trust. www.bhconsulting.ie

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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 12h
Thank you to Techopia for covering the launch of BH Haven, our new service designed to help SMEs navigate the challenging regulatory landscape around #CyberSecurity, #DataProtection, and #AI. Read the full article here: techopia.co.uk/cyber-govern...
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Cyber governance converges for Ireland’s SMEs - Techopia
Irish consultancy BH Consulting has combined cyber security, privacy, resilience, compliance, and AI governance into one SME service as smaller businesses face overlapping digital risks and assurance ...
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Brian Honan @brianhonan.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Great coverage of @bhconsulting.bsky.social new SME cybersecurity, data protection, and AI advisory service called BH Haven www.bhhaven.com
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Cybersecurity, Data Protection & AI Governance | BH Haven
Practical cybersecurity, data protection and AI governance support for growing organisations, with clear plans, expert guidance and compliance support.
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Join our Cybersecurity Consultant, Sarah Hipkin, for our upcoming webinar on NIS2, where she will discuss board-level responsibilities, and what Irish organisations can learn from early adopters in Germany & Poland. Date: Thursday, 22nd of October Time: 2pm shorturl.at/Epr53 #NIS2 #CyberSecurity
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Preparing Irish Boards for the NIS2 Frontier
Join BH Consulting for Preparing Irish Boards for the NIS2 Frontier.
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Check out this month's Security Round-Up, curated by our expert team. #CyberSecurity #DataProtection #CybersecurityNews #DataProtectionNews bhconsulting.ie/security-rou...
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Security Roundup September 2026
Every month we put together curated advice, guidance, learning and trends in security and privacy, as chosen by our consultants.
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
We’re delighted to launch BH Haven, a new service from BH Consulting providing straightforward cybersecurity solutions designed for SMEs. Practical expertise. AI-enabled support. Greater cyber resilience. Straightforward cybersecurity. Built for SMEs. 🔗 bhhaven.com
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Cybersecurity, Data Protection & AI Governance | BH Haven
Practical cybersecurity, data protection and AI governance support for growing organisations, with clear plans, expert guidance and compliance support.
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Ireland's DPC concluded 275 electronic direct marketing investigations in 2025, which is an 88% increase on 2024. The DPC also issued 50 warning letters relating to unsolicited marketing communications. Get in touch on +353 1 440 4065 or info@bhconsulting.ie. #GDPR #DataProtection #DPO #ePrivacy
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
A DPO is about more than GDPR paperwork. The Irish DPC says DPOs advise on data processing and monitor compliance with data protection policies and processing agreements. Get in touch today for a no obligation conversation on +353 1 440 4065 or info@bhconsulting.ie. #GDPR #DataProtection #DPO
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Is your organisation ready for NIS2? Join our Senior Cybersecurity Consultant, Sarah Hipkin, for a webinar exploring what NIS2 means for Irish boards, lessons from Germany & Poland, and practical steps to prepare. Date: Thursday, 22nd of October Time: 2pm shorturl.at/Epr53 #NIS2 #CyberSecurity
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Preparing Irish Boards for the NIS2 Frontier
Join BH Consulting for Preparing Irish Boards for the NIS2 Frontier.
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
The Irish DPC says organisations must adequately support and resource their DPO, and failing to do so is an infringement of the GDPR. An outsourced DPO can provide experienced, independent support when you need it. Get in touch on +353 1 440 4065 or info@bhconsulting.ie. #GDPR #DataProtection #DPO
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
A recent investigation has highlighted serious data security concerns after vulnerabilities in software used by cannabis clubs in Spain potentially exposed sensitive personal information, including thousands of Irish passports. Read the full article here: www.thejournal.ie/spain-cannab...
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Thousands of Irish passports linked to Spanish cannabis clubs were 'freely viewable' online
The Data Protection Commisisoner said it is engaging with the Irish company that was in charge of the data.
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
New EU Cyber Resilience Act reporting rules are now in force, with potential fines of up to €15m or 2.5% of global turnover. BH Consulting CEO @brianhonan.bsky.social discusses with Infosecurity Magazine what organisations need to know now. #CyberResilienceAct #CRA #CyberSecurity #CyberResilience
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CRA Reporting Rules Take Effect: How to Ensure Your Organization is Re
Compliance with the new CRA reporting rules, which take effect from September 11, will require significant preparation work
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Is your organisation one of the them? Get in touch today for a no obligation conversation on +353 1 440 4065 or info@bhconsulting.ie. #GDPR #DPO #EDPB #DataProtection
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Is your organisation looking to adopt AI but unsure where to begin? That’s why we’ve launched our new AI Advisory & Implementation Assurance service. Call us today on +353 1 440 4065 or email info@bhconsulting.ie. #AI #AIGovernance #CyberSecurity #ResponsibleAI
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Do you have the DPO cover your organisation legally requires? Get in touch today for a no obligation conversation on +353 1 440 4065 or info@bhconsulting.ie. #GDPR #DPO #Compliance #DataProtection
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Could a simple human error expose your organisation? Get in touch for a no obligation conversation on +353 1 440 4065 or info@bhconsulting.ie. #DataProtection #GDPR #DPC #DataBreach
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Is your organisation looking to adopt AI but unsure where to begin? That’s why we’ve launched our new AI Advisory & Implementation Assurance service. Call us today on +353 1 440 4065 or email info@bhconsulting.ie. #AI #AIGovernance #CyberSecurity #ResponsibleAI
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Human judgement, behaviour and organisational culture all play a vital role in building cyber resilience. Read more from our Senior Cybersecurity Consultant, Sarah Hipkin, here: bhconsulting.ie/making-cyber... #Cybersecurity #HumanRisk #CyberResilience #SecurityAwareness
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A human approach to making cybersecurity stronger
As Ireland takes the EU Presidency, boards face heightened cyber risk and growing personal accountability - are organisations ready for the challenge?
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Regulatory scrutiny isn’t slowing down. Is your DPO function ready for it? Get in touch for a no obligation conversation at +353 1 440 4065 or info@bhcosulting.ie. #DataProtection #OutsourcedDPO
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Recent #breaches involving psychiatric files show that paper records still pose serious #dataprotection risks. Our CEO, @brianhonan.bsky.social, explains why secure handling and destruction remain essential. Read More: bhconsulting.ie/irish-privac...
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Irish Privacy Watchdog Details Psychiatric Data Breaches
Brian Honan discusses HSE psychiatric data breaches and why organisations must securely store, manage and destroy paper records.
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Congrats to our CEO @brianhonan.bsky.social , named to The Business Post's inaugural Connected 100, recognising the people shaping Irish tech. Two decades of building Ireland's cyber security industry, well earned. Please note this feature is behind a paywall: www.businesspost.ie/tech/the-con...
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The Connected 100: the cyber security specialists keeping us safe
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Not having an EU Representative in place could cost your business up to €10 million or 2% of global turnover. It's one of the most avoidable compliance risks in GDPR. #GDPR #EURepresentative
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Running Google Analytics? Selling to EU customers? Targeting EU audiences with ads? Article 27 of the GDPR likely applies to your business. #GDPR #Article27
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
#GDPR applies to 92% of organisations globally, most without fully realising it. If you process EU data, the regulation applies to you regardless of where you're based. #GDPR #Compliance
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Article 27 is the GDPR obligation most non-EU businesses don't know they have, until a regulator comes looking. Is yours in place? +353 1 440 4065 | info@bhconsulting.ie #GDPR #DataProtection
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Did an AI agent break free and attack another company? Our CEO, @brianhonan.bsky.social shares his insights with Computer Weekly on why strong cybersecurity fundamentals are essential as AI adoption grows. We help organisations adopt AI securely. lnkd.in/gZbKRgau #CyberSecurity #AI #AISecurity
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Check out this month's Security Round-Up, curated by our expert team. #CyberSecurity #DataProtection #CybersecurityNews #DataProtectionNews bhconsulting.ie/security-rou...
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Security Roundup July 2026
Every month we put together curated advice, guidance, learning and trends in security and privacy, as chosen by our consultants.
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Non-compliance adds $174,538 to the average cost of a data breach (IBM, 2025). It's not just a risk issue, it's a financial one. Close the gaps before, not after. bhconsulting.ie/contact-us/ #Compliance #DataBreach #ISMS
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
The keyword is ‘Actively Managed’, the document alone doesn't move that number. Get in touch for a no-obligation consultation: bhconsulting.ie/contact-us/ #DataBreach #ISMS #CyberSecurity
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Is your ISMS helping you win business? Let’s start the conversation: bhconsulting.ie/contact-us/ #ISMS #CustomerTrust #CyberSecurity
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
ISO 27001 certification is not the finish line, it's the starting point. Most orgs treat it as a project. The ones that stay secure treat it as a programme. Begin the conversation: bhconsulting.ie/contact-us/
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Is your business backup plan ready for a cyber incident? #CyberInsurance is no longer just a nice-to-have, it is fast becoming a board-level #riskmanagement and #businesscontinuity decision. Read More: bhconsulting.ie/should-cyber...
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Should cyber insurance be part of your business backup plan?
Is cyber insurance worth the cost? Discover the benefits, challenges and hidden costs of cyber attacks, and why cyber cover can protect.
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Structure beats spend. Clear ownership and continuous oversight cost less than constant firefighting. Get in touch with us today for a no obligation consultation: bhconsulting.ie/contact-us/
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
245% ROI in 3 years. Not from one big win but from compounding returns across fewer incidents, lower premiums, and smoother audits. The business case is there. for implementing #ISMS. Get in contact with us today to find out how we can help you.
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
16,160 cases hit the DPC in 2025. That's a 45% jump on last year, and a chunk of it is people using AI to draft complaints and subject access requests. Easier for individuals, heavier caseload for privacy teams. We discuss what it means for DPOs in 2026 Read More: bhconsulting.ie/dpc-annual-r...
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Our analysis of the DPC Annual Report: AI’s growing influence
Key insights from the 2025 DPC Annual Report, including rising GDPR cases and the impact of AI on privacy teams.
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
#NIS2 and #DORA didn't change what good information security looks like, they just made the board personally responsible for it. Is ownership clearly defined in your org? Get in touch for a no-obligation consultation. bhconsulting.ie/contact-us/
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Is your board ready for #NIS2? #Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue, it is now a board-level #governance, #legal, and #operational responsibility. Read More: bhconsulting.ie/navigating-n...
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Navigating NIS2 as Ireland’s Cyber Security Bill comes into view
Explore how NIS2 and Ireland’s Cyber Security Bill raise board accountability, personal liability and cyber resilience obligations for Irish organisations.
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Help Net Security @helpnetsecurity.com · 01/07/2026
What a financial planner taught me about cybersecurity 📖 Read more: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/07/01/r... #cybersecurity #cybersecuritynews #securityawareness @brianhonan.bsky.social @bhconsulting.bsky.social
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What a financial planner taught me about cybersecurity - Help Net Security
Learn how raising cybersecurity awareness without fear helps non-experts understand risks, build confidence, and stay secure.
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Check out this month's Security Round-Up, curated by our expert team. #CyberSecurity #DataProtection #CybersecurityNews #DataProtectionNews bhconsulting.ie/security-rou...
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Security Roundup June 2026
Every month we put together curated advice, guidance, learning and trends in security and privacy, as chosen by our consultants.
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
As Ireland prepares for its EU Presidency, cyber risk will come under sharper scrutiny. For Irish organisations, this is a timely reminder that cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue. Read the full blog here: bhconsulting.ie/irelands-eu-... #CyberSecurity #NIS2 #DORA #EUPresidency
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Ireland's EU Presidency Will Put Cyber Risk in the Spotlight. Are Irish Boards Ready?
As Ireland takes the EU Presidency, boards face heightened cyber risk and growing personal accountability - are organisations ready for the challenge?
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
AI in audits - helpful tool or risky shortcut? Human judgement still beats automation when it comes to ISMS audits. Our latest article explains why context will always matter more than cookie-cutter AI reports. bhconsulting.ie/fighting-bac... #Cybersecurity #InfoSec #ISMS
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‘Fighting Back’ Against AI Audits
AI can assist with audits, but human judgement remains irreplaceable - here's why context always beats automation.
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Help Net Security @helpnetsecurity.com · 16/06/2026
EU Cybersecurity Act 2.0: When good regulation goes bad 📖 Read more: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/06/16/e... #cybersecurity #cybersecuritynews #compliance #dataprotection #EU #Europe #regulation #strategy @bhconsulting.bsky.social @brianhonan.bsky.social
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EU Cybersecurity Act 2.0: When good regulation goes bad - Help Net Security
The EU Cybersecurity Act 2.0 risks costly disruption by branding vendors high-risk on geopolitics, not technical evidence.
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Supplier #ecosystems are now one of the biggest areas of #cyber exposure for organisations. Continuous third-party risk management is essential. #CyberSecurity #TPRM #VendorRisk
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Good regulation should be built on evidence - not geography. Our CEO, @brianhonan.bsky.social ,writes for @helpnetsecurity.com on why the EU Cybersecurity Act 2.0 needs a serious rethink before it does more harm than good. bhconsulting.ie/eu-cybersecu...
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EU Cybersecurity Act 2.0: When good regulation goes bad
Our CEO, Brian Honan discusses how companies need to consider backups and resilience when engaging with cloud providers.
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
We recently held our Annual Breakfast Briefing - and the theme was clear: the biggest factor in #cybersecurity is people. We've captured the key insights in our latest blog. Check it out below. Read More: bhconsulting.ie/people-psych... #Cybersecurity #Privacy #AI #DataProtection #BHConsulting
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People, Psychology, and Privacy Principles: Cybercrime, Scams, and AI Through a Human Lens
This blog reflects on the key points of our speaker's talks, at the Annual BH Consulting Breakfast Briefing.
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Third parties now feature in 48% of all cyber breaches. Attackers are increasingly targeting suppliers and trusted partners as entry points into organisations. Strong third-party risk management is now essential for cyber resilience. #CyberSecurity #TPRM #VendorRisk
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Does Anthropic #Mythos pose a tangible threat to organisations? This blog covers the steps that organisations can take to proactively defend against and respond to a new class of #AI-enabled #security threats. Read More: bhconsulting.ie/tell-me-a-st... #cybersecurity #ai #governance
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Tell me a Story: How to Prepare a Cybersecurity Programme for Mythos
This blog covers steps that organisations can take to proactively defend against and respond to a new class of AI-enabled security threats
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Brian Honan @brianhonan.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
If you are a data protection consultant looking to work with Ireland's leading consulting company in the areas of #DataProtection #GDPR and #CyberSecurity then come and join us at @bhconsulting.bsky.social Details of the role below #IAmHiring #JobFairy bhconsulting.ie/hiring-data-...
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Hiring - Data Protection Consultant
BH Consulting is an expanding data protection and cybersecurity consulting service with offices in Dublin, London and New York. We are currently hiring a Data Protection Consultant to join our dynamic...
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Our CEO, @brianhonan.bsky.social , discusses the key takeaways for Irish organisations from the Verizon 2026 Data Breach Investigations Report, outlining why the report is always one of his must reads. Read More: bhconsulting.ie/lessons-for-... #DBIR #CyberSecurity #Infosec
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Lessons for Irish Organisations from the Verizon 2026 Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR)
Our CEO, Brian Honan, discusses his views and opinions on the Verizon DBIR 2026 and why the report is always a must read.
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BH Consulting @bhconsulting.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
We’re here at the ISACA Ireland conference in the Royal Marine Hotel, Dun Laoighre today. If you’re attending, be sure to pop over to our stand to say hello and chat about our services. #cybersecurity #dataprotection #isacaconference2026
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Help Net Security @helpnetsecurity.com · 31/03/2026
Why I’m done calling humans the weakest link 📖 Read more: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/03/31/c... #cybersecurity #cybersecuritynews #CISO #humanerror #securityawareness #userbehavior #strategy @brianhonan.bsky.social @bhconsulting.bsky.social
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Why I'm done calling humans the weakest link - Help Net Security
Cybersecurity failures often stem from poor system design, not human error. Rethinking security means building safer, user-friendly systems.
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