Welcome to today’s GRC Times News Digest — your quick, smart update on governance, risk, and compliance.
🚨 Regulations on the Rise (2025) Cybersecurity laws are multiplying. The EU’s Digital Operational Resilience Act, the EU AI Act, NIS 2, and proposed HIPAA Security Rule updates in the U.S. mean organizations must move fast, align strategy with compliance, and close gaps before they widen.
💰 Finance & Crypto Watch The CFTC launches a stablecoin initiative. The SEC faces pressure to tighten crypto custody. And the Treasury’s GENIUS Act draws political heat on money laundering compliance. If you’re in financial services, digital currency regulation is moving fast — stay ahead.
🔐 ISO 27001 Transition By October 31, 2025, all certifications must shift to the 2022 version, which now includes climate action. Update your InfoSec systems or risk falling behind.
📊 Corporate Governance & ESG Boards face new political scrutiny. Stakeholders want more CEO oversight. AI-powered governance tools are giving leaders an edge — but also raising ethical questions.
🕵️ Data Privacy Enforcement A California employer just got hit with a record $1.35M fine for CCPA violations tied to job applicants. If you’re collecting candidate data — it’s time for a compliance check. 🛡 Defense Cybersecurity The DoD’s Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) rule takes effect Nov 10, 2025. Defense contractors without certification won’t even get in the door.
⚡ Operational Resilience New global cyber resilience requirements are coming — from Europe’s DORA to the OCC’s sound practices in the U.S. Heavy investment in resilience tools isn’t optional anymore. That’s your Daily GRC Digest. Stay alert. Stay compliant. Stay resilient.