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The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) and the Revised Network and Information Systems (NIS 2) are two of the latest EU cybersecurity regulations designed to fortify the security posture and cyber resilience of in-scope entities. ‍ Both regulations share the same general purpose of increasing their respective sectors' overall transparency and security. Still, their approaches to this goal vary in several key aspects you’ll learn about in this guide.

Strong security policies are the foundation of any successful security program. Before jumping into tools like Vanta to manage and automate your policies, it’s crucial to get the basics right—starting with how those policies are created, adopted, and aligned with compliance controls. ‍

This past month, the Vanta team launched new features to help you: ‍

Navigating an audit can be complex and time-consuming, but the right preparation and approach can make the process much smoother. Whether you're working toward SOC 2, ISO 27001, or another framework, knowing when to engage auditors, how to provide access, and what to focus on during the audit will set you up for success. ‍ In this guide, we’ll walk through best practices for working with auditors—from initial engagement to ongoing audit management and post-audit steps. ‍

NIS 2 is a new EU directive that establishes a unified cybersecurity framework for specific organizations within Member States. Compared to the original NIS directive, the scope has been expanded, and compliance is mandatory for in-scope organizations. ‍ The broader scope means that while NIS 2 is EU-specific, some organizations outside the Union may also be subject to its requirements.

If your SaaS platform collects, processes, or stores EU residents’ data, GDPR compliance is essential to avoid regulatory issues, legal escalations, and operational interruptions. ‍ Due to GDPR’s comprehensive nature, ensuring compliance can be challenging—especially without adequate guidance. ‍ This guide provides granular information to help you start working toward GDPR compliance as a SaaS platform owner. We’ll cover: ‍

The EU AI Act is one of the world’s first comprehensive regulations aimed at AI-based systems. While we had voluntary standards like ISO 42001, the Act introduced mandatory requirements that in-scope organizations must meet to avoid considerable fines and operational disruptions. ‍ If you develop, use, or distribute AI systems, you may have to meet the obligations prescribed by this directive. Our EU AI Act summary will help you do so by covering: ‍

For founders of early-stage startups in Australia and New Zealand, growth is the ultimate goal. You’re focused on building an exceptional product, winning customers, and scaling fast. But one thing that should also be on your radar is security compliance. ‍ The reality is, compliance isn’t just about meeting legal requirements or ticking a box when an enterprise customer asks for certifications. It’s a strategic advantage.

‍ I love working in monolithic repositories. It fosters collaboration, code reuse, and knowledge sharing—some of my favorite aspects of engineering culture here. ‍ However, without guardrails, complexity can grow unchecked, making it harder to reason about the system as a whole. In early 2024, it was clear that our error handling strategies had fallen victim to this, and it was impacting the quality of our product.

Choosing a trusted auditor is a critical step in your compliance journey. A thorough audit not only validates your security posture but also helps you build trust with your customers. The right auditor can provide valuable insights into your operations, identify potential risks, and suggest improvements to enhance your overall security framework. ‍ Vanta believes it's important to empower you with the knowledge you need to make informed decisions when selecting an auditor.