Best Federal Employee Privacy Podcasts (2025)

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The FED Weekly 22-28 June (Episode 4) 15:03

3d ago15:03

15:03

Welcome to the FED Weekly, the go-to podcast for current and retired U.S. federal employees who need to stay informed on the issues that matter most. In a rapidly changing political landscape, we deliver concise, weekly updates on the legislative, executive, and agency-level actions that have a direct impact on your professional life and financial …

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The FED Weekly 15-21 June 2025 (Episode 3) 16:04

9d ago16:04

16:04

The FED Weekly: June 15–21, 2025 report highlights significant developments impacting federal employees and retirees. A major focus is the Senate’s draft of a budget reconciliation bill that preserves controversial measures requiring new federal employees to either pay a higher retirement contribution or forfeit civil service protections. While som…

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The FED Weekly 8-14 June 2025 (Episode 2) 23:44

9d ago23:44

23:44

Welcome to the Federal Workforce Roundup, the go-to podcast for current and retired U.S. federal employees who need to stay informed on the issues that matter most. In a rapidly changing political landscape, we deliver concise, weekly updates on the legislative, executive, and agency-level actions that have a direct impact on your professional life…

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The FED Weekly 1-7 June 2025 (Episode 1) 21:02

11d ago21:02

21:02

The first week of June 2025 brought several important developments for the federal community. Below is a roundup of key news affecting U.S. federal employees and retirees, organized by category for clarity.By Dave Faulk

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The Role of Compliance Programs in Mitigating False Claims Act Liability 36:11

22d ago36:11

36:11

In this episode of 1st Talk Compliance, Kevin Chmura is joined by Rachel Rose, JD, MBA, as they discuss the False Claims Act in detail. The FCA, one of five federal laws built to combat fraud, waste, and abuse, is the government’s primary fraud fighting tool, with the healthcare industry paying the largest contributor in recoveries for over a decad…

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HIPAA Privacy Rule to Support Reproductive Healthcare Privacy Compliance 20:10

2M ago20:10

20:10

In this episode of 1st Talk Compliance, Kevin Chmura is joined by Rachel Rose, JD, MBA, to discuss the HIPAA Privacy Rule to Support Reproductive Healthcare Privacy, passed in 2024. With the reproductive healthcare landscape being very dynamic, this new rule has already passed one compliance date, with a second important date coming in February 202…

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RE-RELEASE Employee Snooping & Insider Threats 29:16

4M ago29:16

29:16

1st Talk Compliance features guest Raymond Ribble, CEO and Founder at SPHER, Inc., on the topic of “Employee Snooping & Insider Threats.” Ray joins our host Catherine Short to discuss snooping and insider threats and why user monitoring and ePHI access strategies are vital to the security of sensitive patient information and data protection. With s…

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RE-RELEASE Mastering Defensible Pricing in the Era of Price Transparency 15:55

4M ago15:55

15:55

In this episode of 1st Talk Compliance, we dive into an increasingly crucial topic in healthcare: price transparency and its ever-growing impact on the industry. Kevin Chmura, CEO at Panacea Healthcare Solutions, joins us to share expert insights on strategic pricing and compliance, emphasizing the transformative benefits for healthcare providers. …

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RE-RELEASE The Sky’s the Limit: How Price Transparency Can Empower Healthcare Providers 27:19

5M ago27:19

27:19

Grace Walsh speaks with Kevin Chmura, CEO at Panacea Healthcare Solutions, to explore an extremely timely topic: price transparency and its far-reaching impact on how healthcare providers interact with consumers, with each other, and with the market at large. Tune in as Kevin shares some important insights about how price transparency has opened th…

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New HCPCS Code Requirements for Supplies: Managing Your CDM to Avoid Claim Denials 16:04

5M ago16:04

16:04

In this episode of 1st Talk Compliance, Kevin Chmura and BreAnn Meadows discuss the challenges healthcare providers face due to payers increasingly denying claims for supplies that are missing HCPCS codes. The issue stems from recent payer policy changes, with supplies that were previously chargeable now being rejected if they lack a corresponding …

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The Two-Midnight Rule: Navigating the Complexities and Achieving Compliance 18:42

6M ago18:42

18:42

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently released additional guidance on the Two-Midnight rule that carries important implications for hospitals seeking to apply the rule correctly and consistently. In this episode of 1st Talk Compliance, host Kevin Chmura is joined by Stacy Pereira, Executive Director of Coding and Clinical Se…

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When Can I Retire with Full Benefits? 12:00

8M ago12:00

12:00

Discover the ins and outs of federal employee retirement in this comprehensive episode of the Federal Retirement Experts podcast. Host Gregory Jameson delves into the crucial question: "When can I retire and get my full benefits?" He breaks down the eligibility criteria for full retirement under the Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS), includ…

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Delivering Innovative Solutions: A Conversation with Panacea’s Newest Division President 24:07

9M ago24:07

24:07

In a landmark episode of 1st Talk Compliance, Kevin Chmura, CEO of Panacea Healthcare Solutions and host of the show, is joined by George Kelley, president of Panacea’s KA Consulting Services division. For over 40 years, KA Consulting Services has delivered unmatched revenue cycle solutions, helping hospitals and health systems nationwide enhance r…

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The Role of Compliance Programs in Mitigating False Claims Act Liability 1:01:48

11M ago1:01:48

1:01:48

The False Claims Act—alongside the Anti-Kickback Statute and Stark Law—represents one of the five core fraud, waste, and abuse laws identified by the HHS Office of the Inspector General. Out of the billions of dollars reclaimed through False Claims Act recoveries in 2023, the majority was attributed to the healthcare industry. This concerning trend…

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Part 2: The Sky’s The Limit – How Price Transparency Can Empower Healthcare Providers 56:39

1y ago56:39

56:39

Previously on First Talk Compliance, we spoke with Kevin Chmura, CEO of Panacea Healthcare Solutions, about how the advent of price transparency has caused the business of healthcare to evolve and opened up fresh possibilities for healthcare providers to gain a competitive advantage. In this episode, we continue that conversation by inviting on two…

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Navigating Private Equity in Healthcare 28:02

1y ago28:02

28:02

Private equity has become increasingly entrenched in the healthcare sector, offering various financing options for providers to consider. However, like all types of financing, private equity introduces its own unique set of benefits and drawbacks and carries important legal implications. It’s essential to understand all the factors at play in order…

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The Sky’s the Limit: How Price Transparency Can Empower Healthcare Providers 27:19

1+ y ago27:19

27:19

Grace Walsh speaks with Kevin Chmura, CEO at Panacea Healthcare Solutions, to explore an extremely timely topic: price transparency and its far-reaching impact on how healthcare providers interact with consumers, with each other, and with the market at large. Tune in as Kevin shares some important insights about how price transparency has opened th…

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The Importance of Defensible Pricing 15:55

1+ y ago15:55

15:55

Grace Walsh is joined by Govi Goyal, President of Panacea's Financial Services Division, and Brian Prokop, Senior Vice President of Financial Consulting Services at Panacea, to discuss the importance of undertaking a strategic pricing initiative for your organization. In our current healthcare climate, it's more crucial than ever to maintain defens…

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What is a Phased Retirement for Federal Employees? 10:54

1+ y ago10:54

10:54

Some federal employees will have the option to take a phased retirement, which will allow them to continue working in a smaller capacity while a replacement is brought on. Who is eligible for a phased retirement and what financial considerations need to be discussed before deciding if it’s a good option for you? Here’s some of what we discuss in th…

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Understanding Your TSP Options in Retirement 15:33

1+ y ago15:33

15:33

The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) for federal employees plays a crucial role in retirement planning, and it’s important to understand your options and the best ways to utilize the account. Whether you're diligently working towards retirement or already considering your income streams post-career, the TSP is a pillar you can't afford to overlook. Here’s…

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2024 E/M Updates: What You Need to Know (Extended) 15:55

1+ y ago15:55

15:55

Grace Walsh is joined by Becky Jacobsen, Vice President of CDM, Coding & Audit Services at Panacea Healthcare Solutions, to explore the key updates to evaluation and management (E/M) guidelines for 2024. On the surface, this year's changes may appear fairly straightforward, but dig a little deeper and you’ll find that the updates have important imp…

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2024 E/M Updates: What You Need to Know 15:55

1+ y ago15:55

15:55

Grace Walsh is joined by Becky Jacobsen, Vice President of CDM, Coding & Audit Services at Panacea Healthcare Solutions, to explore the key updates to evaluation and management (E/M) guidelines for 2024. On the surface, this year's changes may appear fairly straightforward, but dig a little deeper and you’ll find that the updates have important imp…

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Mastering Defensible Pricing in the Era of Price Transparency 15:55

1+ y ago15:55

15:55

In this episode of 1st Talk Compliance, we dive into an increasingly crucial topic in healthcare: price transparency and its ever-growing impact on the industry. Kevin Chmura, CEO at Panacea Healthcare Solutions, joins us to share expert insights on strategic pricing and compliance, emphasizing the transformative benefits for healthcare providers. …

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What is it Like to Work with Federal Retirement Experts? 17:45

1+ y ago17:45

17:45

Today we have a special show for you as we welcome on one of our clients to talk about their experience preparing for retirement with Federal Retirement Experts. Kathy is a park ranger with the National Park Services and just two months from retirement. She’s been working with Gregory and FRE to prepare for the next chapter of her life, which will …

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Do I Need Long Term Care Coverage? 15:02

2y ago15:02

15:02

Are you prepared for what lies ahead? The future is unpredictable, but what if you could secure your golden years with long-term care insurance? It’s not something we want to think about, but it’s important to make sure you’re covered and your family is taken care of if this long-term care is ever needed for you. This episode is loaded with everyth…

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What to Know About Federal Employee Group Life Insurance (FEGLI) 19:12

2y ago19:12

19:12

The complexities of retirement planning and insurance coverage often present a challenge for federal employees. Among these complexities is Federal Employee Group Life Insurance (FEGLI) and the different types of policies that are available. This is an important benefit for federal employees so we want to help you understand all of your options and…

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Should I Take Survivor Benefits? 15:19

2y ago15:19

15:19

If you're a federal employee approaching retirement, understanding your survivor benefits and the impact of your choices on your future is crucial. Survivor benefits in federal retirement are not just a financial issue, they also play a vital role in securing healthcare for your spouse in retirement. This episode offers an in-depth exploration of t…

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What Federal Employees Need to Know to Retire Early 18:48

2y ago18:48

18:48

A career as a federal employee provides flexibility when it comes to picking a retirement date, but there are some key considerations you need to make if your goal is to retire early. Today we want to walk you through some of the conversations we have with federal employees when we help them determine a retirement date. There are a range of ages th…

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Meet Gregory Jameson & the New Federal Retirement Experts Show 13:06

2y ago13:06

13:06

We’re excited to welcome you to the first episode of the podcast and the start of a new opportunity for us to help educate federal employees who are beginning to think about retirement and everything that goes into that process. To get things started, we wanted to lay a foundation for what’s to come on the Federal Retirement Experts Show by introdu…

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The Increasing Role of the FTC in the Poaching of PHI – A Discussion of Better Help, GoodRx & Flo: Audio Version of the Webinar 53:30

2y ago53:30

53:30

Rachel V. Rose, JD, MBA, principal with Rachel V. Rose – Attorney at Law, P.L.L.C., Houston, TX will be presenting this informative webinar. Cybersecurity risk management and the potential for enforcement actions is not diminishing. An area of increasing interest by the Federal Trade Commission, the United States Department of Justice, and Congress…

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Evolution of Price Transparency and How to Stay Ahead of CMS Requirements 28:05

2y ago28:05

28:05

1st Talk Compliance features guest Govi Goyal, President, Financial Services, at Panacea Healthcare Solutions, on the topic of Evolution of Price Transparency and How to Stay Ahead of CMS Requirements. Govi joins our host Catherine Short to discuss how the new CMS Price Transparency Rule and No Surprises Act are closely related. By providing Good F…

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Healthcare Assets – How to Preserve and Protect 27:56

2y ago27:56

27:56

1st Talk Compliance features attorneys Sean McKenna, Lauren Nelson, and Vincent Aiello of Spencer Fane LLP, on the topic of Healthcare Assets: How to Preserve and Protect. We will discuss the interplay between enforcement and liability proceedings with asset protection, explore how government and private litigation matters can impact healthcare com…

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A Harassment-Free Workplace vs the Right to Engage in Concerted Activity 29:05

2y ago29:05

29:05

1st Talk Compliance features guest Lauren Moak Russell, Counsel at Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor, LLP in Wilmington, Delaware, on the topic of “A Harassment-Free Workplace vs the Right to Engage in Concerted Activity.” Lauren joins our host Catherine Short to discuss how the National Labor Relations Board under the Biden Administration has expres…

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False Claims Act “Hot Areas” – What You Need to Know: Audio Version of the Webinar 1:05:08

2y ago1:05:08

1:05:08

Expert presenter, Rachel V. Rose, JD, MBA, principal with Rachel V. Rose – Attorney at Law, P.L.L.C., Houston, TX guides us through current trends and tips.With its roots stemming back to 1863, the False Claims Act continues to be the U.S. Department of Justice's primary enforcement tool for returning money to the Federal Treasury. It is also consi…

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A Practical Approach to The Safe Harbor Law 28:22

2y ago28:22

28:22

1st Talk Compliance features guest Raymond Ribble, CEO and Founder at SPHER, Inc., on the topic of A Practical Approach to The Safe Harbor Law. Ray joins our host Catherine Short to discuss how HIPAA data breach penalties typically get measured in millions of dollars, even following an organization implementing NIST cybersecurity framework measures…

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The Safe Harbor Law: A Practical Approach – Audio Version of the Webinar 1:01:47

2+ y ago1:01:47

1:01:47

Raymond Ribble is the CEO and Founder at SPHER, Inc. HIPAA data breach penalties typically get measured in millions of dollars even following an organization implementing NIST cybersecurity framework measures. It is important to understand that the Safe Harbor Law, while offering substantial protection, does not provide a true safe harbor. Our pres…

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The Risk of Data Sharing 23:44

2+ y ago23:44

23:44

1st Talk Compliance features guest Iliana L. Peters, Shareholder at Polsinelli PC, on the topic of The Risk of Data Sharing. Iliana joins our host Catherine Short to discuss how these days, health data is an incredibly valuable commodity. Companies of all types should consider the legal risk with data valuation, data ownership, and data sharing agr…

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DMEPOS – In Compliance with CMS 27:03

2+ y ago27:03

27:03

1st Talk Compliance features guest Rachel V. Rose, JD, MBA, principal with Rachel V. Rose – Attorney at Law, P.L.L.C., on the topic “DMEPOS – In Compliance with CMS.” Rachel joins our host Catherine Short to discuss special payment rules associated with durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics and supplies. DMEPOS products must meet qualit…

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Evaluation and Management Updates 2023, Training, Q and A- Audio Version of the Training 1:41:42

2+ y ago1:41:42

1:41:42

An audio version from the live event: It’s important to understand how the application of the 2023 E&M codes impacts reimbursement. Inaccurate coding and inefficient documentation practices can result in a decline in revenue and increase the likelihood of downstream inaccuracies of patient data. Join Panacea Healthcare Solutions’ Director of Coding…

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The Criminal Side of Cybersecurity and HIPAA – Audio Version of the Webinar 1:15:20

2+ y ago1:15:20

1:15:20

Expert presenter, Rachel V. Rose, JD, MBA, principal with Rachel V. Rose – Attorney at Law, P.L.L.C., Houston, TX guides us during this important and informative webinar. Breaches and the lack of the requisite technical, administrative, and physical safeguards can have criminal consequences. While most people are familiar with civil cases, there is…

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Health Data, A Value Proposition: Legal Risks with Innovative Data Sharing Projects – Audio Version of the Webinar 1:06:32

2+ y ago1:06:32

1:06:32

Iliana L. Peters, Shareholder at Polsinelli PC will be leading this engaging audio version of her webinar presentation. These days, data is more valuable than oil. And health data is the most valuable of all data! Companies of all types should consider the legal risk with data valuation, data ownership, and data sharing agreements. Data sharing pro…

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A Business Associate Agreement? Tell Me More! 27:57

2+ y ago27:57

27:57

1st Talk Compliance features guest Rachel V. Rose, JD, MBA, principal with Rachel V. Rose – Attorney at Law, P.L.L.C., Houston, TX, on the topic of “A Business Associate Agreement? Tell Me More!” Rachel joins our host Catherine Short to discuss how Business Associate Agreements (BAA) are not new; however, some individuals are new to healthcare and …

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Have a Breach? Reporting Requirements with the OCR 27:07

2+ y ago27:07

27:07

1st Talk Compliance features guest Trey Scott, Coordinating Attorney at Kennedy, Attorneys & Counselors at Law, on the topic of “Have a Breach? Reporting Requirements with the OCR.”Trey joins our host, Catherine Short to discuss the reporting requirements for a data breach of a healthcare provider, the definition of a breach, different timelines fo…

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Preserving and Protecting Assets In Healthcare: Audio Version of the Webinar 1:23:32

2+ y ago1:23:32

1:23:32

Expert attorneys Sean McKenna, Lauren Nelson, and Vincent Aiello of Spencer Fane LLP will present this dynamic webinar. They will discuss the interplay between enforcement and liability proceedings with asset protection, explore how government and private litigation matters can impact healthcare companies, clinicians, and executives, and provide ti…

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Automatic Dispensing Cabinets, Patient Care, and Nurse RaDonda Vaught: Audio Version of the Webinar 1:05:02

3y ago1:05:02

1:05:02

Rachel V. Rose, JD, MBA, principal with Rachel V. Rose – Attorney at Law, P.L.L.C., Houston, TX presents this very timely and fascinating subject for us. A former nurse was charged, criminally prosecuted, and in March 2022, convicted of gross neglect of an impaired adult and negligent homicide for a 2017 fatal drug error. The purpose is to inform p…

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How New Legislation Impacts Privacy 30:14

3y ago30:14

30:14

1st Talk Compliance features guest Rachel V. Rose, JD, MBA, principal with Rachel V. Rose – Attorney at Law, P.L.L.C., Houston, TX, on the topic of “How New Legislation Impacts Privacy.” The Dobbs Opinion repealed fifty years of precedent under Roe. The implications of the Opinion extend beyond women’s reproductive rights and impact the privacy rig…

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The Dobbs Opinion, the Repealing of Roe, & the Impact on the Privacy & Security of Patient Information – Audio Version of the Webinar 1:13:45

3y ago1:13:45

1:13:45

Rachel V. Rose, JD, MBA, principal with Rachel V. Rose – Attorney at Law, P.L.L.C., Houston, TX presents this very timely subject for us.The Dobbs Opinion repealed fifty years of precedent under Roe. The implications of the Opinion extend beyond women’s reproductive rights and impact the privacy rights of all Americans. The purpose of this webinar …

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The Insecurity of Everything: The Vital Importance of Hardware Data Security 25:40

3y ago25:40

25:40

1st Talk Compliance features guest John Shegerian, Chairman and CEO of ERI, the largest cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction and electronic waste recycling company in the United States and co-author of the cybersecurity book, "The Insecurity of Everything" on the topic of “The Insecurity of Everything: The Vital Importance of Hardware Data Se…

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Work Civility: A Harassment-Free Workplace vs Employees’ Right to Engage in Concerted Activity: Audio Version of the Webinar 56:22

3y ago56:22

56:22

Lauren E.M. Russell, Counsel at Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor, LLP leads this hot-topic webinar. The National Labor Relations Board under the Biden Administration has expressed a renewed interest in expanding its influence into non-unionized work forces. This includes reviewing and--in the right circumstances challenging--employers' use of workpl…

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Combatting Ransomware in Healthcare 16:07

3y ago16:07

16:07

1st Talk Compliance features guest William J McBorrough, co-Founder and Chief Security Advisor at MCGlobalTech, a D.C.-based Information Security Consulting Firm on the topic of “Combatting Ransomware in Healthcare.” William joins our host, Catherine Short to examine how ransomware attacks have impacted thousands of organizations worldwide with the…

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