I have had my data stolen multiple times over the years when a company that has my data is the victim of a hack. It used to feel like a very infrequent event and often the data compromised was not particularly sensitive. Lately, it seems like every few weeks I am getting another letter alerting me that my data has been stolen. The list has included my employer, my cellular … [Read more...] about Your Sensitive Data Is Public Record
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The Dawn of Homomorphic Encryption in a Data-Driven World
The below is a summary of my recent article on Homomorphic Encryption. In an era where every digital interaction imprints a trail, Homomorphic Encryption emerges as a herald of unparalleled digital privacy. By allowing complex computations on encrypted data without the necessity for decryption, it creates a fortress of confidentiality around our digital interactions. This … [Read more...] about The Dawn of Homomorphic Encryption in a Data-Driven World
What Are the Best Ways to Preserve Privacy in Data Collaboration Projects?
It's increasingly common for people from various organizations to work together toward shared goals. When they do, data collaboration can allow participants to learn insights faster, uncover informative trends, better understand stakeholders and more. However, people must take a privacy-first approach. That might mean using artificial intelligence (AI), creating AI-powered data … [Read more...] about What Are the Best Ways to Preserve Privacy in Data Collaboration Projects?
Importance of Data Anonymization in the post-GDPR World
Data is the beating heart of modern businesses, vital to their survival and success in the digital age. However, the increasing volume of data has raised concerns about personal data protection and privacy at a global level. In response, regulations such as GDPR, Consumer Privacy Act, and Personal Information Protection Act have been implemented to safeguard individual … [Read more...] about Importance of Data Anonymization in the post-GDPR World
The EU is Cracking Down on Big Tech’s Privacy Practices
The European Union (EU) is taking a firm stance on protecting the privacy of its citizens, as evidenced by its recent landmark privacy law. This EU privacy policy for big tech companies is set to take effect soon and is aimed at bringing greater accountability and transparency to how big tech collects, stores, and uses personal data. With this EU privacy law, the power of big … [Read more...] about The EU is Cracking Down on Big Tech’s Privacy Practices
