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Why Compliance Won’t Save You (But Ignoring It Will Destroy You)

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Why Compliance Won’t Save You (But Ignoring It Will Destroy You)

Let’s talk about hospitals.  They are compliance machines. Entire teams dedicated to checking boxes, filling binders, and making sure they pass audits. They dot every “i,” cross every “t,” and sleep soundly knowing the paperwork is perfect.  And yet—ransomware crews ...

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