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03/17/2022

Tomorrow, Brett Creasy, our President and Director of Digital Forensics, will be joining Rebecca Rakoski, Esq. of XPAN Law Partners, LLP, David Ries Esq. of Clark Hill Law, and Daniel Siegel Esq. of Law Offices of Daniel J. Siegel, LLC to share his expertise in information security and forensics. This diverse panel will address the topic of “Ethically Securing & Safeguarding Email, Electronic Communications & Other Data: Expert Advice for Avoiding Technology Nightmares.” The seminar is presented by the Pennsylvania Bar Institute and co-sponsored by the PBA Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Committee; registrants will receive 2 substantive and 1 ethics credit. Register here to join us!

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03/14/2022

We are growing!

bit-x-bit is excited to announce a new addition to our team. Kurt Petro has joined bit-x-bit as a Senior Forensic Examiner. Kurt brings two decades of experience in digital forensics and information technology. Kurt has also shared his deep industry knowledge with various stakeholders, having traveled across the world to train forensic examiners on the handling of cybersecurity and forensic investigations.

John Unice directs the business, strategic and overall operations of bit-x-bit. Providing exceptional high-level expertise and guidance to bit-x-bit’s clients, John draws on two decades of experience as chief corporate counsel and as a trial lawyer in major corporate and large law firm settings.....

02/17/2022

bit-x-bit would like to thank Dr. Jennifer Breese for giving Brett Creasy, our President and Director of Digital Forensics, an opportunity yesterday to share his knowledge of digital forensics with her Legal, Regulatory, and Policy Environment of Cyber Forensics class at Penn State University – Greater Allegheny. A great group of students and we were happy to contribute to the group’s learning!

02/15/2022

Today is a busy day in the classroom for bit-x-bit! We are proud to share that Brett Creasy, our President and Director of Digital Forensics, will be speaking to second and fifth year students at Duquesne University’s Cyril H. Wecht Institute of Forensic Science and Law. Brett will address various digital-forensics topics, including data preservation and forensic analysis. Brett will also guest-lecture today at the Duquesne University School of Law’s Electronic Discovery and Digital Evidence class. There, he’ll focus on the role of digital forensics in the context of trade-secret disputes. bit-x-bit is proud to share our insights with tomorrow’s emerging leaders in the legal and technical fields.

01/17/2022

bit-x-bit is looking for a Senior Forensic Examiner to join our team. We assist companies and law firms from coast to coast with digital forensic investigations and incident response engagements, and are looking for an experienced professional to lead such projects, interact directly with clients, and help bit-x-bit stay ahead of the curve with emerging technologies. Read here to learn more!

https://bit-x-bit.com/PositionsAvailable.aspx

11/05/2021

We are pleased to share that Brett Creasy, our President and Director of Digital Forensics, will be joining a diverse panel of experts to discuss cybersecurity prevention, threat detection, incident response and data recovery as they relate to the challenges faced by law firms, businesses and other organizations. On November 12, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Brett will join FBI Special Agent Mackenzie Monarko and data protection attorney David Ries to share perspectives during the “Understanding Ransomware and Other Cybersecurity Challenges” seminar presented by Duquesne University’s Cyril H. Wecht Institute of Forensic Science and Law, and in partnership with InfraGard Pittsburgh.

This program is approved by the Pennsylvania CLE Board for three hours of Substantive CLE credit.

Registration is now open for this seminar. Learn more about this and other programs:
https://www.duq.edu/about/centers-and-institutes/cyril-h-wecht-institute-of-forensic-science-and-law

or register now:
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The Cyril H. Wecht Instistute is an internationally acclaimed center for research, training, and professional education in applied forensic science.

11/03/2021

Our CEO, John Unice, and President, Brett Creasy, are excited for the final round of our webinar series with Duncan Financial Group designed to help companies guard against and respond to cyber-attacks. Our third and final session in this series is scheduled for November 10, from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. EST. During this interactive discussion, we’ll explore how not all cyber insurance programs are the same and where your business's profile sits among the dozens of types of programs available today.

In part three of our series, we explore how not all cyber insurance programs are the same and where your business lies on the "3 to 3 dozen" types of programs available today.

10/12/2021

Our CEO, John Unice, and President, Brett Creasy, are looking forward to continuing our webinar series with Duncan Financial Group designed to help companies guard against and respond to cyber-attacks. Our second session is scheduled for October 19, from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. EST. During this interactive discussion, we’ll explore key steps for insureds to take when a cyberattack occurs, identify outside experts that are often engaged to help organizations through the technical, legal and insurance ramifications of a breach, and discuss best practices for companies to adopt following an incident.

Join us as we explore real life cyber scenarios that affected... What to Expect When a Cyber Event Occurs Part 2 in the Webinar Series hosted by Duncan Financial Group & bit-x-bit, LLC Date: Tuesday,

09/23/2021

Our CEO, John Unice, and President, Brett Creasy, are looking forward to joining Duncan Financial Group for a series of webinars designed to help companies guard against and respond to cyber-attacks. Our first session is scheduled for September 30, from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. EST. During this interactive discussion, we’ll explore the discipline of cybersecurity, explain the common modes of cyber attack, why the subject is important for your organization, and key protective measures.

Part 1 of a webinar series by Duncan Financial Group and bit-x-bit, LLC How Business Leaders Can & Should Protect Themselves Against Cyber Events Part 1 in the Webinar Series hosted by Duncan Financia

09/07/2021

Reviewing large volumes of electronic documents can, at first glance, appear to be a daunting task, especially when tight deadlines are in play. Partnering with the right expert can help you avoid mistakes, speed review, and find the most important information, first. Join us for our next Tech Thursday webinar at noon on September 16, led by eDiscovery Project Manager Dan Gans, for an overview of:

• Avoiding linear review
• Creating a defensible review plan
• Effectively preparing data for review
• Using advanced analytics to optimize review
• How to leverage contract reviewers

In the end, utilizing the right processes and technology will save time, money and lead to better results.

Click the link below to register. Log-in credentials will be sent in advance of the webinar.

bit-x-bit Tech Thursdays Webinar Series: Managed Document Review - Leveraging Technology and Proactive Planning Reviewing large volumes of electronic documents can, at first glance, appear to be a da

09/02/2021

There's still time to register for this interactive panel discussion that will explore the insurance, technical and risk-management aspects of cyber security preparedness. Join us on September 9! Register in the link provided below:

September 9, 2021 @ 3:00 PM - 300 W Station Square Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, USA

08/27/2021

The devices and accounts we use to conduct business, share information and communicate with each other can be protected by a variety of password forms, ranging from number/letter combinations to biometric markers. In the legal context, courts are divided as to whether an individual can be compelled to disclose such password information. Recently, a federal court has found that an individual cannot rely upon the Fifth Amendment (right against self-incrimination) to refuse to provide facial recognition necessary to unlock his computer. Our August “Insight” post explores this developing topic:

By Freddie Dyroff, CASA, CCO, CCPA, CBE, CMO Just over one year ago, we considered the question of whether a court can compel someone to provide his or her private password information to government authorities, in light of the Fifth Amendment’s protections against self-incrimination. At that time...