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Credit to Author: Sushmita Kalashikar| Date: Wed, 29 May 2019 09:18:31 +0000

The cyber threat landscape is evolving every second, with thousands of new potential threats being detected every single day. With people becoming more and more conscious about their privacy and private data, such evolving threats can have a significant impact on the personal and financial life of people. In order…

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The top six takeaways for user privacy

May 8, 2019 admin 101, Alphabet, Amy Klobuchar, cambridge analytica, comprehensive data privacy law, comprehensive data privacy legislation, Cory Booker, cybersecurity law, cybersecurity laws, data leak, Data Privacy, data privacy leg, Facebook, facebook-cambridge Analytica scandal, google, mark zuckerberg, Michael Bennet, Online privacy, Twitter, unintended data leakage, user privacy

Credit to Author: David Ruiz| Date: Wed, 08 May 2019 15:00:00 +0000

Amidst never-ending data breaches and constantly-surprising company fiascos, here are six takeaways for anyone in the US who cares about protecting their online privacy.

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The top six takeaways for corporate data privacy compliance

May 3, 2019 admin apple, California Online Privacy Protection Act, cybersecurity law, cybersecurity laws, data breach notification, data breach notification law, Data Privacy, data privacy compliance, data privacy law, data privacy laws, data privacy legislation, GDPR, General Data Protection Regulation, Helix DNA, Mozilla, Online privacy, personal data, personal information, personally identifiable information, privacy, Privacy & Policy, protonmail, Security world, signal, Uber, user privacy, WhatsApp

Credit to Author: David Ruiz| Date: Fri, 03 May 2019 15:00:00 +0000

Here are Labs’ top six takeaways from our data privacy and cybersecurity law series on corporate data privacy compliance. From emerging startups to burgeoning enterprises, these rules help not just with legal liability, but also user trust.

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Mozilla urges Apple to make privacy a team sport

May 1, 2019 admin advertiser, advocacy, apple, campaign, digital rights, encryption, FBI, Firefox, firefox focus, firefox lockbox, Firefox Send, ID for Advertiser, ID for Advertisers, IDFA, IDFAs, iPhone, Mozilla, Online privacy, petition, privacy, Security world, Silicon Valley, tim cook

Credit to Author: David Ruiz| Date: Wed, 01 May 2019 17:39:28 +0000

Mozilla is currently pushing Apple into placing extra barriers between iPhone users and online advertisers. Why? Because, according to Mozilla, it could work, which could benefit users everywhere.

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What is personal information? In legal terms, it depends

April 11, 2019 admin California Consumer Privacy Act, cybersecurity law, data breach notification, data breach notification law, data privacy legislation, data protection law, European Union, GDPR, General Data Protection Regulation, Online privacy, personal data, personal information, personally identifiable information, privacy, RSA conference, Security world

Credit to Author: David Ruiz| Date: Thu, 11 Apr 2019 17:03:02 +0000

What exactly is the “personal information” that companies need to legally protect? Learn which data points organizations need to secure, from Social Security numbers to olfactory, smell-based data (!), to comply with the law.

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Essential cyber safety tips every woman should follow

March 8, 2019 admin Cyber safety, Online privacy, Password, phishing

Credit to Author: Sushmita Kalashikar| Date: Fri, 08 Mar 2019 07:21:16 +0000

There is less doubt that women are more social, expressive and vocal as compared to men and what better means to enjoy such freedom of expression than social media. Reports suggest that over 76% of social media users are women; either looking to make connections, initiate discussions on women-specific topics…

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This Valentine fall for true love not for fake online dating apps

February 14, 2019 admin Cyber safety, Hacker, Online privacy, Password, phishing, privacy

Credit to Author: Sushmita Kalashikar| Date: Thu, 14 Feb 2019 12:36:04 +0000

Valentine Day is that special time of the year when people are busy celebrating the essence of love. However, on the darker side, it is also a time when cyber criminals are looking to cash on your hunt for the love of your life. So, just in case you are…

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Stay alert when planning your travels this holiday season

December 18, 2018 admin Cyber safety, cyber security travel tips, Location tracking, Online privacy, precautions for holiday travelers, Safe Banking, security tips for travelers, Smartphone, Tips

Credit to Author: Sushmita Kalashikar| Date: Tue, 18 Dec 2018 07:39:54 +0000

Planning a trip this holiday season? While, you spend a considerable amount of time shuffling money on online bookings for flights, hotels and cabs, take care that you DO NOT share your details on doubtful looking travel sites. Just like holidays are a busy time for you and me, it’s…