A Kenyan court has ordered Worldcoin to delete biometric data it collected from thousands of citizens, following a privacy violation. The ruling has caused significant regulatory challenges for the cryptocurrency-linked...

A group of Pakistani hackers, calling themselves the ‘Pakistan Cyber Force,’ has claimed responsibility for breaching several Indian defence websites. According to the hackers, they gained access to sensitive data...

The Ireland-based Data Protection Commissioner (DPC) fined TikTok 530 million euros ($600 million) on May 2, 2025, after concerns arose about the company's user data protection practices. The regulator also...

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has officially partnered with global payments company Mastercard to enhance data protection efforts across the country. This significant collaboration, aimed at boosting Nigeria’s data...

Malicious software aimed at draining bank accounts isn’t a new issue, but the methods and reach of such scams have evolved significantly. A dairy businessman from Dharashiv, 44, received a...

The Dutch data protection authority, Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens (AP), has warned users of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, all owned by Meta, about the potential risks of consenting to have their data...

In a key regulatory update, the Central KYC Registry (C-KYC) has implemented a mandatory OTP (One-Time Password) system for accessing customers' KYC data. This change requires financial institutions, including banks...

In a significant effort to address the global cybersecurity challenges, the Data Security Council of India (DSCI) is actively working to build a global network of cybersecurity experts. The initiative,...

In a significant ruling, Nigeria’s tribunal has upheld a $220 million fine against Meta Platforms Inc., the parent company of Facebook and WhatsApp, over data privacy violations. The decision intensifies...

In this engaging conversation, Chetandeep S. Batra shares his rich experience as a privacy consultant, DPO trainer, and Chapter Chair at IAPP New Delhi. With deep roots in risk management,...