This CEO’s Guide to Data Protection and Compliance from Tessian stresses that by 2024, CEOs could be personally liable for breaches if their organization neglects cybersecurity. Compliance standards like GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, GLBA, and PCI DSS have reshaped business practices—privacy isn’t just legal, it’s strategic. CEOs must understand how cybersecurity supports business goals, protects trust, and enhances reputation. Key benefits of being privacy-mature include competitive advantage, investor appeal, fewer and less costly breaches, and valuable data insights. Compliance isn't just about avoiding fines—it’s about enabling secure innovation. The guide also urges leaders to close the communication gap between CISOs and the board, making privacy a core part of business strategy to protect customers, data, and brand integrity.

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