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The push for data privacy has exploded in recent years, with regulations such as the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) leading the charge. This means consumers around the globe are gaining rights regarding how their data is collected, stored, processed and sold, as well as more ways to hold companies accountable when poor data security practices lead to data breaches involving personally identifiable information (PII).

There are a variety of cybersecurity regulations in Europe, including the ePrivacy Directive, which focuses on enhancing data protection, processing personal data, and privacy in the digital age. This Directive, recently updated with the ePrivacy regulation, continues the European Union’s ongoing efforts to create cohesive and comprehensive European data protection and cybersecurity standards across all member states.

Do you wish you could enjoy the internet's benefits while ensuring your privacy and security? Well, you're not alone. According to a survey, 79% of U.S. adults said they were at least somewhat concerned about their online privacy and security, specifically how companies use the data collected about them. It's a valid concern. In this article, you’ll discover critical tips for safeguarding your personal data and online security requirements.

Five worthy reads is a regular column on five noteworthy items we’ve discovered while researching trending and timeless topics. This week we explore website cookies, their role in managing user identity and behavior, and the key ingredients to a safe cookie policy. There’s no worse way to enter a website than to be met with a cookie consent encounter. But how many of us click “Accept All” without much thought, just to rid ourselves of the interruption?

As screen recorders are becoming more popular, concern is growing about potential problems associated with them. First and foremost, people want to ensure their software is secure and not in danger of being hacked. Unfortunately, it is often the case that as software grows in popularity, so too does the potential for hacking. The hacking business has become a well-known and common theme in pop culture. You can now turn on the TV or go online and find a range of cybersecurity TV shows.

On July 10th, the EU Commission adopted an adequacy decision for the proposed EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework. This is exciting news for organizations, as many have been stuck in privacy "limbo" since the annulment of the previous EU-U.S. Data transfer mechanism, Privacy Shield, which was annulled due to challenges in court by privacy activist Max Schrems.