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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 instructed TikTok to suspend all transfers of user data to China unless it aligns its data processing practices with EU regulations within six months. The […]
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 security capabilities, was formalized through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during a specialized workshop for Data Protection Officers (DPOs) held in Abuja. […]
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 WhatsApp call from someone posing as a bank official. The caller warned him that his account would be suspended unless updated immediately. In a panic, […]
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 used for AI training. This alert comes as concerns grow regarding how large tech companies, including Meta, handle user data and the broader privacy implications. […]
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 and mutual funds, to secure real-time consent from individuals before downloading or verifying their C-KYC data. Previously, when any financial entity accessed a person’s C-KYC […]
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, spearheaded by DSCI’s Chief Executive, Vinayak Godse, aims to foster collaborations between Indian cybersecurity professionals and their counterparts across the world. Godse shared this during […]
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 the global regulatory challenges facing the tech giant. The fine stems from consumer data violations involving WhatsApp and Facebook, which the Federal Competition and Consumer […]
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, compliance, and advisory, Chetandeep brings a unique blend of legal insight and technical fluency to the table. He discusses the evolving role of privacy in […]
A federal appeals court has reinstated a potentially groundbreaking Shopify data privacy class action lawsuit against Canadian e-commerce giant Shopify, delivering a decision that could reshape how US courts handle jurisdiction over internet-based platforms. In a decisive 10-1 ruling, the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco determined that Shopify must face litigation […]
Sandeep Srivastava, Director of Product – Agentic AI at Microsoft, has publicly criticized FIITJEE for what he claims is systemic mismanagement, inadequate digital infrastructure, and serious breaches of FIITJEE data breach. In a strongly worded LinkedIn post, Srivastava shared his personal experience with the coaching institute, advising parents not to fall for what he described […]