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Data privacy continues to make headlines. These issues are symptoms of a profound shift in the world of data privacy and security that have major implications for organizations. With the rise of big data and machine learning, privacy and security are now converging.

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@BrianHonan shared
On Jul 16, 2021
RT @AlecMuffett: Her Majesty's Government departments are literally unable to keep their own CCTV security footage under secure wraps; yet somehow they promise that third-party identity and #ageVerification databases will be secure? #OnlineSafetyBill #OnlineSafety #privacy https://t.co/2DyCmTDPFM
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Data officers raid two properties over Matt Hancock CCTV footage leak

Data officers raid two properties over Matt Hancock CCTV footage leak

Computer equipment and electronic devices seized in connection with images of minister kissing aide

@Dejan_Kosutic shared
On Jul 16, 2021
Last day to get the ISO 27001/ISO 22301/Internal Audit/GDPR book bundle! https://t.co/9R2RxQUquQ https://t.co/ig7NOgSSDH
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Book Bundle:ISO 27001/ISO 22301/Internal Audit/GDPR

Book Bundle:ISO 27001/ISO 22301/Internal Audit/GDPR

Complete guide to implementing privacy, information security, and business continuity in a small business, on your own.

@BrianHonan shared
On Jul 21, 2021
RT @liamherrick: Investigation sought on GDPR compliance of Covid app https://t.co/ibyXgdxsdT via @rte
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Investigation sought on GDPR compliance of Covid app

Investigation sought on GDPR compliance of Covid app

The Irish Council for Civil Liberties and Digital Rights Ireland have written to the Data Protection Commission, seeking an investigation into the use of the Covid-19 Tracker App to store a ...

@BrianHonan shared
On Jul 15, 2021
RT @klillington: Facebook’s controversial use of WhatsApp customer data faces fresh scrutiny via @IrishTimes https://t.co/AovckuOSud
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Facebook’s controversial use of WhatsApp customer data faces fresh scrutiny

Facebook’s controversial use of WhatsApp customer data faces fresh scrutiny

EU body calls on DPC to examine social media giant’s practices

@Infosec_Tourist shared
On Jul 20, 2021
RT @aries_security: "Cybercriminals typically attacked government institutions, industrial companies, science and education institutions. The main motive for attacks on both organizations and individuals remains acquisition of data." #infosec #cybercrime #databreach https://t.co/YLBPP8Tzuw
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Cyberattacks increased 17% in Q1 of 2020, with 77% being targeted attacks

Cyberattacks increased 17% in Q1 of 2020, with 77% being targeted attacks

The number of cyberattacks increased by 17% compared to Q1 2020, and compared to Q4 2020, the increase was 1.2%, with 77% being targeted attacks, according to a new Positive Technologies ...

@BrianHonan shared
On Jul 15, 2021
RT @balbonipaolo: It's final, the Irish DPA is not to take final measures but to carry out statutory investigation following the @EDPB's adoption of an urgent binding decision https://t.co/mTb1T8A6Ym
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EDPB adopts urgent binding decision: Irish SA not to take final measures but to carry out statutory investigation

EDPB adopts urgent binding decision: Irish SA not to take final measures but to carry out statutory investigation

Based on the evidence provided, the EDPB concluded that there is a high likelihood that Facebook IE already processes WhatsApp IE user data as a (joint) controller for the common …

@wbm312 shared
On Jul 19, 2021
RT @alfredwkng: The California AG detailed some businesses that needed to fix alleged CCPA violations and this sounds an awful lot like @wbm312's experience with Clubhouse: https://t.co/Ux9a3pMdZD https://t.co/0Bs3MdMQDi
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Attorney General Bonta Announces First-Year Enforcement Update on the California Consumer Privacy Act, Launches New Online Tool for Consumers to Notify Businesses of Potential Violations

Attorney General Bonta Announces First-Year Enforcement Update on the California Consumer Privacy Act, Launches New Online Tool for Consumers to Notify Businesses of Potential Violations

SAN FRANCISCO – A year after enforcement of the nation’s toughest privacy law began, California Attorney General Rob Bonta today announced successful enforcement efforts and urged more ...

@ProfWoodward shared
On Jul 21, 2021
This consultation on legislation that could have some wide ranging implications for investigative journalism is about to close. So speak now if you wanna say something. https://t.co/aFySE2xwkB
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Legislation to counter state threats: government consulation

Legislation to counter state threats: government consulation

Contents Glossary of Key Terms ............................................................................................... 5 Introduction …

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