Rhetoric, Convenience and Privacy at the Crossroads
The implosion of LastPass is a stark reminder about the importance of due diligence and the influence of effective promotion.
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How Banks and Telcos are About to Score a Spectacular Own Goal with Voiceprint Data Breaches
In 2023, banks and telcos may face large-scale hacks using deepfake voice technology, posing a significant security risk. The adoption of voiceprint technology for authentication, driven by cost-saving motives post-pandemic, overlooks the heightened risk of security breaches.
In Canada, Acceptance of Security Negligence Enables Privacy Violations
The increasing acceptance of data breaches among Canadians reflects a concerning trend of complacency towards privacy violations by big corporations. Despite numerous breaches, companies continue business as usual due to lack of enforceable privacy regulations.
Are all data breaches negligible unless proven catastrophic?
Defining data breaches is complex. They can result from negligence or external attacks. True measure lies in potential harm, not intent. Shakespeare's words: negligence in trust is a crime, hold relevance in today's digital landscape.
TLDR; 15 Excerpts from the Privacy Commissioner’s Review of Health Canada’s COVID 19 Contact Tracing App
Delve into Canada's Privacy Commissioner's review of the COVID Alert app, shedding light on nuanced findings and recommendations. Despite no hands-on testing, the report underscores concerns over data collection and privacy implications. It's a crucial read for understanding the app's impact.