Data privacy is a growing concern for more consumers
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 17, 2021
People surveyed by KPMG reported feeling increasingly uneasy about the data collection practices of corporations.
This site uses cookies to improve your experience. To help us insure we adhere to various privacy regulations, please select your country/region of residence. If you do not select a country, we will assume you are from the United States. Select your Cookie Settings or view our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Cookies and similar technologies are used on this website for proper function of the website, for tracking performance analytics and for marketing purposes. We and some of our third-party providers may use cookie data for various purposes. Please review the cookie settings below and choose your preference.
Used for the proper function of the website
Used for monitoring website traffic and interactions
Cookies and similar technologies are used on this website for proper function of the website, for tracking performance analytics and for marketing purposes. We and some of our third-party providers may use cookie data for various purposes. Please review the cookie settings below and choose your preference.
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 17, 2021
People surveyed by KPMG reported feeling increasingly uneasy about the data collection practices of corporations.
The Last Watchdog
JANUARY 9, 2023
As the world becomes more digital and connected, it is no surprise that data privacy and security is a growing concern for small to medium sized businesses — SMBs. Related: GDPR sets new course for data privacy. Let’s look at some of the challenges faced by SMBs in today’s data privacy landscape.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Security Boulevard
JANUARY 28, 2022
While many organizations have prioritized managing and securing this data, the topic of data privacy has also come into question particularly given the rise of connected devices and AI surveillance features. The post Understanding APIs Role in Data Privacy appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Tech Republic Security
FEBRUARY 17, 2017
When it comes to privacy, big data analysts have a responsibility to users to be transparent about data collection and usage. Here are ways to allay users' concerns about privacy and big data.
Security Boulevard
JULY 8, 2022
Consequently, thriving businesses have access to lots of data—financial data, logistic data, employee data, customer data and more. The way a business handles this enormous volume of data is an excellent indicator of success in the modern business landscape.
eSecurity Planet
DECEMBER 1, 2021
Businesses that have spent the past three-plus years adapting to the European Union’s far-reaching data privacy law now have to decide how they will respond to a similar law in China that has been criticized as being more vague in its wording and harsher in its penalties. Spread of Data Privacy Laws. PIPL vs. GDPR.
WIRED Threat Level
SEPTEMBER 28, 2022
Want to speak up against Big Tech, unjust data collection, and surveillance? Here's how to be an activist in your community and beyond.
ZoneAlarm
JANUARY 30, 2024
Notifications, designed to provide users with timely information and reminders, were manipulated by certain applications to gather personal data … The post iPhone Apps Exploit Notifications for Data Collection appeared first on ZoneAlarm Security Blog.
CyberSecurity Insiders
JUNE 9, 2023
The departure of senior management staff shortly after a change in ownership naturally raises questions about Twitter’s ability to fulfill its legal obligations, particularly with regard to user privacy and data security.
Dark Reading
JUNE 7, 2023
The FTC has demanded additional data privacy protections for kids using Xbox gaming systems, extending COPPA protections.
CyberSecurity Insiders
MARCH 14, 2021
Data Privacy Day (known in Europe as Data Protection Day) is an international event that occurs every year on the 28 th of January. The purpose of the day is to raise awareness about how businesses and individuals can promote the implementation of privacy and data protection best practices. .
Security Boulevard
APRIL 15, 2024
The passage of MODPA represents a dramatic shift in the state privacy law landscape, with tough provisions that limit personal data collection and […] The post What is Maryland’s Online Data Privacy Protection Act? The post What is Maryland’s Online Data Privacy Protection Act?
CyberSecurity Insiders
JANUARY 29, 2021
But is urging the OEM to bring transparency on how it protects the data collected from its users of its connected devices. The post Data Privacy concerns erupt with Robotic Vacuums appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders. But the fact is that you won’t be getting the fancy cleaning reports that others with the tech do.
Centraleyes
NOVEMBER 9, 2024
What is the Delaware Personal Data Privacy Act (DPDPA)? The Delaware Personal Data Privacy Act (DPDPA) is a state law created to protect the privacy of Delaware residents by regulating the collection, use, storage, and sharing of personal data by businesses.
Herjavec Group
JANUARY 22, 2021
January 28 th is Data Privacy Day, an international effort to empower individuals and encourage businesses to respect privacy, safeguard data, and enable trust. This is why the issue of data privacy is so significant and why individuals and enterprises alike should view the protection of personal data as a team effort.
The Last Watchdog
OCTOBER 10, 2022
But until recently, the VR privacy threat has remained entirely theoretical. Berkeley RDI is a preeminent source of open-access metaverse privacy research. To test the true extent of data collection in VR, we designed a simple 30-person user study called MetaData. The story is not entirely pessimistic, however.
CSO Magazine
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
The Indian federal government on Friday published a new draft of data privacy laws that would allow personal data transfer to other nations under certain conditions, and impose fines for breaches of data-transfer and data-collection regulations.
Centraleyes
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
What is the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act? The Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (TDPSA) is a state law designed to protect the privacy and security of Texas residents’ personal information. The TDPSA primarily benefits Texas residents by giving them greater control over their personal data.
Digital Guardian
MAY 2, 2022
The bill, which is similar to the privacy laws recently passed in Colorado, Virginia and Utah, would give Connecticut consumers more control over the personal data collected about them by companies online.
Herjavec Group
JANUARY 27, 2022
January 28th is Data Privacy Day, an international effort to empower individuals and support businesses in the endeavor to respect privacy, safeguard data, and enable trust. This year, the National Cybersecurity Alliance has extended the data privacy campaign to be a week-long initiative.
The Last Watchdog
NOVEMBER 21, 2018
News of data breaches, data vulnerabilities and compromised private information is released almost daily from businesses both small and large. Related: Europe’s GDPR ushers in new privacy era. Legislation has recently been proposed for individual states, addressing data privacy regulations head-on.
Threatpost
NOVEMBER 13, 2019
Data privacy is a fundamental right for Americans - but new emerging technologies like drone, IoT and facial recognition are introducing gray areas.
Krebs on Security
AUGUST 15, 2024
” Hunt’s analysis didn’t say how many unique SSNs were included in the leaked data. But according to researchers at Atlas Data Privacy Corp. The breach at National Public Data may not be the worst data breach ever. there are 272 million unique SSNs in the entire records set.
Security Boulevard
JANUARY 23, 2023
In 2023, the larger implications of privacy — including the ethics of using artificial intelligence (AI) and biometrics, the management of consumer-to-business relationships, and public issues such as consumer protection — will become much clearer through regulatory and legal action. For more information on Data Privacy Week, click here.
Security Affairs
JANUARY 6, 2022
The French data privacy and protection authority hit Google and Facebook with 210 million euros ($237 million) in fines. The CNIL fined the IT giants for making it difficult for visitors to opt out of the tracking cookies. “The CNIL has received many complaints about the way cookies can be refused on the websites google.fr
The Last Watchdog
DECEMBER 7, 2021
A digital twin is a virtual duplicate of a physical entity or a process — created by extrapolating data collected from live settings. As data collection and computer modeling have advanced apace, so have the use-cases for digital twin technology. I’ll keep watch and keep reporting.
The Last Watchdog
OCTOBER 17, 2022
To provide even further insight into the data safety and privacy practices of app developers, researchers at Incogni conducted a study of the top 500 paid and top 500 free Google Play Store apps. percent) of the apps share user data with third parties. Greediest data harvesters. They share a lot of data.
Centraleyes
APRIL 15, 2024
Maryland Takes the Lead in Privacy Legislation with Comprehensive MODPA The Maryland legislature enacted two comprehensive privacy bills to limit how big tech platforms can acquire and utilize customers’ and children’s data. states in enforcing its residents’ privacy rights thus far.
CyberSecurity Insiders
AUGUST 26, 2021
Factually speaking, an Information Commissioner plays a vital role in regurgitating data flow between companies and their customers, respectively. It helps in protecting the rights of citizens and offers a plan to companies on what to do and what not to do when it comes to data collection and its security.
SecureWorld News
JANUARY 16, 2024
From data privacy regulations to payment card security standards, businesses of all sizes must scramble to implement new protocols and strengthen their defenses against cyber threats. July 1, 2024: California Consumer Privacy Act opt-out mechanisms and sensitive data consent California continues to lead the charge in data privacy.
Security Affairs
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
A recent Thales report on digital trust explores the complex dynamics of trust, focusing on user experience, security, and data privacy. In today’s digital landscape, consumers seek transparency, control, and respect for privacy. Today’s consumers also expect to be informed about data collection practices.
Approachable Cyber Threats
JANUARY 24, 2022
Category News, Privacy Risk Level. As a Data Privacy Week Champion , and as part of our commitment to the link between cybersecurity and privacy, we wanted to share some best practices from the National Cybersecurity Alliance about how to protect your privacy online. MFA has been found to block 99.9%
Herjavec Group
FEBRUARY 2, 2021
January 28 th is Data Privacy Day, an international effort to empower individuals and encourage businesses to respect privacy, safeguard data, and enable trust. This is why the issue of data privacy is so significant and why individuals and enterprises alike should view the protection of personal data as a team effort.
CyberSecurity Insiders
JULY 7, 2021
The Xi Jinping led nation states Didi was sharing its user data with US authorities, a direct breach of the prevailing data privacy laws set by the Cyberspace Association of China (CAC) on July 2nd, 2021.
Security Affairs
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Then, the derived insights let you monitor market trends, customer behavior, competitor pricing, and other key data collected via market research. Successful extraction of public data from the internet can be a tricky process, especially when visited websites use protection algorithms. Why Choose Residential Proxies?
IT Security Guru
DECEMBER 23, 2020
However, an increased adoption of digital technology has resulted in much more data being readily available – and consumers are calling for enhanced transparency and stewardship of that data. As a result, companies are grappling with the balancing act between data privacy, data monetisation and consumer trust.
Security Boulevard
FEBRUARY 10, 2021
Some might say it was inevitable that, once law enforcement and intelligence agencies realized the power of COVID-19 contact tracing applications to confirm proximity between persons, privacy would become a secondary issue. They would be right. The post Law Enforcement Eyeing Contact Tracing Apps appeared first on Security Boulevard.
IT Security Guru
AUGUST 7, 2024
For instance, the GDPR emphasises that consent is no longer implied and must be “ freely given, specific, informed and unambiguous.” To uphold this, consent management can help insurance companies respect the data privacy rights and preferences of their clients, partners, and staff and help them comply with regulations.
CyberSecurity Insiders
SEPTEMBER 8, 2021
Britain’s Information Commissioner’s Office(ICO) is asking tech companies to tackle issues related to data privacy for cookie pop-ups. By doing so, ICO wants to aim for a unified data protection for all web users in European Union. Note- GDPR allows web users to export their data and delete it as per their choice.
Joseph Steinberg
APRIL 20, 2021
It is also not uncommon for firms in the healthcare vertical to symbiotically share various types of information with one another; private healthcare-related data is also almost always shared during the M&A process – even before deals have closed.
Schneier on Security
JANUARY 30, 2024
It finally admitted to buying bulk data on Americans from data brokers, in response to a query by Senator Weyden. This is almost certainly illegal, although the NSA maintains that it is legal until it’s told otherwise. Some news articles.
SecureWorld News
JULY 1, 2024
We are midway through 2024, and data privacy continues to dominate headlines and strategic business decisions across industries. Seventeen data privacy laws have been adopted across the U.S., On July 1st, three new state privacy laws go into effect: (1) Texas ; (2) Oregon ; and (3) Florida.
SecureWorld News
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
The automakers argued that their practice was necessary to provide certain features and services, such as hands-free calling and texting, and that customers had consented to the data collection by agreeing to the terms of service when they purchased their vehicles.
Identity IQ
JANUARY 17, 2023
Why Is Data Privacy Important? If you have never been affected by a scam or issue such as identity theft, then you may not yet fully comprehend the important role that data privacy plays. Data privacy refers to keeping the information that we discussed in the previous section safe and confidential.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
We have resent the email to
Are you sure you want to cancel your subscriptions?
Let's personalize your content