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Insights and opinions on data protection, privacy and cybersecurity contributed by thought leaders from around the world.

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Data Protection Insights

Selling Customer Data Is Big Business in China

September 10, 2018

Selling customer data such as banking records, vehicle registration and mobile phone usage is big business in China. Recent data theft of 130 million clients of Huazhu Hotels Group saw the stolen payment and contact information going for about US$56,000.

Data Privacy Insights

Beyond Legislation: Building and Retaining Customer Loyalty with Data Transparency

August 31, 2018

Companies that want to thrive in an increasingly regulated privacy environment must focus more on data transparency for customer loyalty, which consumers have now come to not only value, but expect.

Military soldiers training in military camp showing how civilian technology can have an impact like the Strava heat map incident

Cyber Security Insights

Strava Heat Map Incident: How Civilian Technology in Military Settings Needs to Be Controlled

August 29, 2018

As location-based services become ubiquitous and the rise of selfie soldiers, the Strava heat map incident shows the difficulty in governing civilian technology in military settings.

Computers in office with empty seats for cybersecurity training and how the human-factors is still valuable

Cyber Security Insights

The Human-Factor in Cybersecurity Training: Why Adopting a Holistic Approach Is Most Valuable

August 27, 2018

Google has a vision for users to not have to think about cybersecurity, even as the human factor is the weakest link. Realistic cybersecurity training is still critical as we can't fully trust and rely on technological capabilities.

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Cyber Security Insights

Cyber Hygiene: The Need to Focus on Cyber Security Basics

August 21, 2018

According to Tripwire's State of Cyber Hygiene report, many organizations are simply not getting their cyber security basics right. And there is a distinct lack of focus on the proper maintenance and basic protection organizations need to put in place for cyber defense.

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Data Privacy Insights

A Heart of Gold: The Hidden Value Behind Your DNA

August 20, 2018

DNA testing companies are collecting millions of DNA samples that include personal health information (PHI) and turning around to sell it to research and pharmaceutical companies. Consumers need to weigh the privacy risks and decide if these DNA testing companies have a heart of gold or are just looking for one.

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Data Privacy Insights

Privacy Dilemmas of (In)Secure Messaging Apps

August 17, 2018

Secure messaging apps can provide a great means of communicating securely and privately, but there's a privacy dilemma as law enforcement and national security agencies face significant obstacles to the lawful access of communications.

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Data Privacy Insights

Why the Latest Facebook Alternative Won’t Bridge the Gap Between Personalization and Data Privacy

August 15, 2018

Personalization is driving dynamic, tailored experiences. The reliance on data raises data privacy concerns, and when new “zero-data” sharing social networks like Openbook pop up, questions over the use – and misuse – of data is inevitable.

Referee with whistle showing yellow card on football field showing concept of tough regulatory environment for privacy and data security

Data Privacy Insights

Emerging Tech Companies: It’s Not Your Uncle’s Dot.Com Regulatory Environment Anymore for Privacy and Data Security

August 13, 2018

The technology sector is facing new regulations and increased calls for further regulation, in particular with respect to data privacy and security. Emerging tech companies that plan to succeed should pay attention and be prepared for more questions about privacy and security from investors, strategic partners, consumers and, possibly, regulators.

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Cyber Security Insights

What Can Businesses Learn from Facebook Stock Plunge?

August 8, 2018

Are the privacy and data misuse scandals finally catching up with Facebook stock? There are lessons every business should heed to avoid a direct and shocking blow to company value.

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Insights

Selling Customer Data Is Big Business in China

Beyond Legislation: Building and Retaining Customer Loyalty with Data Transparency

Strava Heat Map Incident: How Civilian Technology in Military Settings Needs to Be Controlled

The Human-Factor in Cybersecurity Training: Why Adopting a Holistic Approach Is Most Valuable

Cyber Hygiene: The Need to Focus on Cyber Security Basics

A Heart of Gold: The Hidden Value Behind Your DNA

Privacy Dilemmas of (In)Secure Messaging Apps

Why the Latest Facebook Alternative Won’t Bridge the Gap Between Personalization and Data Privacy

What Can Businesses Learn from Facebook Stock Plunge?

U.S. Banks are Blocking AI Agents from Accessing Customer Accounts Amid Safety Concerns

OpenAI: AI Agents Turned Off Safety Monitoring Guardrails, Even Lied About It

SafePay Ransomware Breached Over 600 Critical Infrastructure Organizations, CISA Warns

Why Agentic AI Belongs in Your Employee Security Framework