Entries by Andrew Ciccone

Loss Prevention Teams Seamlessly Integrate Tech, People, & Process to Mitigate Risk

March 29, 2025 in , , /by

Frank Costa, President, Nexgen Protection Services, on the Need for Advanced Loss Prevention Strategies Organizations today face increasing challenges related to loss prevention, operational efficiency, and data management. With the rise in organized crime, evolving compliance standards, and growing operational complexities, the need for a coordinated, comprehensive approach to loss prevention and risk management has […]

Unforeseen Threats Necessitate Enhanced Security in Educational Institutions

March 29, 2025 in , /by

Frank Costa, President, Nexgen Protection Services, on the Need for More Robust Security in Schools In an era of evolving threats and unforeseen challenges, ensuring the safety of students, staff, and faculty in K-12 schools is of paramount importance. Security in educational institutions must go beyond traditional measures, adopting a multilayered, multifactor approach that integrates […]

Trusted Sources, Such as the Federal Government, Are Scamming Americans

March 29, 2025 in , , /by

Frank Costa, President, Nexgen Protection Services, on how scammers impersonate trusted agencies: Scamming is on the rise. Scammers are impersonating trusted government agencies to steal people’s personal information and money. Many Americans are being tricked into granting access to their financial information by fraudsters posing as reputable organizations such as the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), […]

Ghost Ransomware Widespread Attacks on Organizations Internet-Facing Devices

February 24, 2025 in , , , /by

Frank Costa, President, Nexgen Protection Services on Ghost Ransomware:  The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) have issued a joint advisory on Ghost ransomware (also known as Cring). The advisory, which is primarily aimed at network defenders, provides critical details […]

Phishing Threats Are on the Rise: Organizations Must Assess Their Vulnerability

February 24, 2025 in , , , , , /by

Frank Costa, President of NEXGEN Protection Services on Phishing Threats: As AI-powered tools become more accessible, phishing threats are aon the rise. Attackers are increasingly targeting multiple channels to bypass security measures, beginning with phishing emails that contain links to video meetings featuring a deep fake. Phishing attacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated, making it essential […]

Loss Prevention Strategies for Combating Organized Retail Theft

February 24, 2025 in , , , , , , , /by

Frank Costa, President of NEXGEN Protections Services on Loss Preventions Strategies: Organized retail theft (ORT) impacts more than just a retailer’s bottom line; it creates dangerous environments for both staff and shoppers. The increasing incidents of violence and aggression have pushed retailers to invest heavily in loss prevention strategies. In response, major retailers are partnering […]

Guidelines for Handling ICE Enforcement Actions: For Businesses, Schools, & Houses of Worship

February 24, 2025 in , , , , , /by

Frank Costa, President of NEXGEN Protection Services on ICE Enforcement Actions: ICE raids have not been corroborated by officials. Most ICE Enforcement operations appear to have taken place in public areas, particularly locations where immigrants are known to gather, such as outside restaurants and large hardware stores where day laborers are often hired. President Donald […]

New Framework for Law Enforcement to Make Ethical Decisions

February 24, 2025 in , , , , /by

Frank Costa, President of NEXGEN Protection Services on Law Enforcement: Europol released a new framework designed to help law enforcement make ethical decisions regarding the incorporation of new technologies into their work. The framework is part of the report Assessing Technologies in Law Enforcement: A Method for Ethical Decision-Making, which provides a structured approach for […]

The Trump Administration Designates Several Cartels as Terrorist Organizations

February 24, 2025 in , , , , , , /by

Frank Costa, President of NEXGEN Protection Services on Terrorist Organizations: The Trump administration designated eight Latin American cartels as terrorist organizations on Thursday, a designation typically reserved for groups with political goals achieved through violence. The U.S. Department of State filed the notice of the designation in The Federal Register on February 20. The action […]

Security Threats: Keeping Convenience Stores Safe

February 24, 2025 in , , , /by

Frank Costa, President of NEXGEN Protection Services on Security Threats: Store owners and operators often face security threats. A difficult balancing act between maintaining profits and implementing security measures—especially when the costs of security are presented alongside traditional profit generators like marketing or product stocking. Convenience stores come in many forms, from the mom-and-pop bodega […]