Data protection fine shows security risks from using open source software cannot be ignored
A six-figure fine issued to a local authority in England for a breach of UK data protection laws should serve […]
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Insurers need to re-evaluate risk profile of businesses handling data to account for potential fines under GDPR, says expert
ANALYSIS: Insurers should re-evaluate the risk businesses handling data are exposed to as a result of the major financial penalties […]
Proposed amendments to ePrivacy Regulation are great
The work on ePrivacy continues and enters a hot period. I’m interested in it from the very beginning , I’m […]
Privacy in the Cellphone Age
The Supreme Court takes a big new case that could redefine what constitutes unreasonable search. Source: Privacy in the Cellphone […]
“Human Project” seeks 10,000 to share personal data on health, money, more
10,000 New Yorkers interested in advancing science by sharing a trove of personal information, from cellphone locations and credit-card swipes […]
UN privacy expert announces first fact-finding visit to the USA
United Nations Special Rapporteur Joseph Cannataci will undertake his first official visit to the United States of America from 19 […]
Browsing on Android? This new Firefox browser blocks ad trackers and boosts privacy
Mozilla’s Firefox Focus browser for Android promises that you can ‘browse like no one’s watching’. Source: Browsing on Android? This […]
EU seeks new powers to obtain data “directly” from tech firms
European officials are pushing for more streamlined access to data stored within the union, amid an ongoing terror threat across […]
AI may help to catch identity thieves
A machine-learning algorithm could spot liars in 95% of cases by analysing their mouse movements. Source: Identity theft can be thwarted […]
Germany to test face recognition software in terror fight
Germany will start testing facial recognition software at a Berlin train station this summer which could help police identify and […]
UK to Align Itself with the GDPR Despite Brexit
“A new law will ensure that the United Kingdom retains its world-class regime protecting personal data”. This is today’s strong […]
‘Five Eyes’ wants technology firms to share encrypted data with security agencies
Officials from the United States, Britain, Canada, Australia and New Zealand will meet next month to discuss plans to press […]