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[Compliance]January 29, 2026

ISO 42001: Do You Need It If You Only Use AI APIs?

Do you need ISO 42001 if you only use AI APIs? Learn the key differences between AI developers and AI consumers for compliance.

Arnaud DrizardArnaud Drizard
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[Security]January 27, 2026

Secrets Management 101: Stop Storing Credentials in .env Files

Learn why .env files are a security risk - especially with AI coding agents - and how to implement proper secrets management with tools like Vault, AWS Secrets Manager, and Doppler.

Arnaud DrizardArnaud Drizard
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[Security]January 23, 2026

MDM for Startups: Why We Built a Security-First Solution

We built an MDM that gives startups real device security (encryption, remote wipe, inventory) without enterprise bloat, reducing risk, simplifying compliance, and avoiding yet another vendor.

Mickael JeanroyMickael Jeanroy
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[Company News]January 9, 2026

Bastion Joins the AWS ISV Accelerate Program

We're excited to announce that Bastion has joined the AWS ISV Accelerate Program, strengthening our partnership with AWS to deliver faster, more streamlined compliance solutions to startups and scaleups building on AWS.

Robin CosteRobin Coste
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[Security]September 3, 2025

Nx Supply Chain Attack Exposes Thousands of Developer Credentials on Github - What you should do to keep your organization secure

In August 2025, attackers compromised popular Nx npm packages, embedding malware that stole developer credentials and published them openly on GitHub. Millions risk exposure, from API keys to cloud access tokens. Organizations must urgently rotate credentials, update dependencies, audit logs, and adopt stricter supply chain security practices.

Robin CosteRobin Coste
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[Compliance]March 19, 2025

SOC 2 vs. ISO 27001 vs. GDPR: Which Compliance Framework Does Your Business Need?

B2B SaaS startups often consider three major compliance frameworks: SOC 2, ISO 27001, and GDPR. Which one should your business prioritize? Let's break it down.

Robin CosteRobin Coste
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[Compliance]March 19, 2025

Everything SaaS Startups Need to Know About ISO 27001

Discover the ISO 27001 standard and its importance for your Startup. Learn its objectives, principles and the steps to certification in order to protect your sensitive data and that of your partners.

Robin CosteRobin Coste
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[Compliance]March 11, 2025

DORA Compliance: What You Need to Know Now That the Deadline Has Passed

The DORA compliance deadline passed on January 17, 2025. Learn about ongoing requirements, enforcement risks for non-compliant organizations, and how to achieve compliance if you haven't already.

Robin CosteRobin Coste
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[Compliance]March 3, 2025

The Hidden Costs of Compliance: What Compliance Automation Vendors Don't Tell You

Compliance automation platforms promise efficiency, but do they guarantee a smooth compliance & security journey? Startups often face hidden costs, misaligned expectations, and a false sense of security. Learn why automation is just a starting point, and what's really needed for SOC 2 and ISO 27001 success.

Robin CosteRobin Coste
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[Compliance]March 3, 2025

SOC 2 & ISO 27001 Without the Headache: The vCISO Approach

Getting SOC 2 or ISO 27001 is crucial for startups but can be time-consuming and complex. Learn how a Virtual CISO streamlines the certification process, reducing delays and ensuring compliance for startups.

Robin CosteRobin Coste
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