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Concerns Raised by FIFA On August 27, 2025, the Federation of Independent Financial Advisors (FIFA) raised concerns about the new mutual fund platform launched by the National Stock Exchange (NSE). FIFA, which represents mutual fund distributors, sub brokers, and independent financial advisors, wrote to the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) highlighting serious issues. […]
OpenAI launches ChatGPT Go in India On Tuesday, OpenAI introduced ChatGPT Go, a new low-cost subscription plan that gives wider access to its popular features for ₹399 per month. The plan is currently available only in India. Privacy experts, however, warned that Indian users remain exposed to possible misuse of personal information in the absence […]
RTI Act Amendment Balances Privacy and Transparency Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed Parliament that the recent amendment to the Right to Information (RTI) Act through the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, maintains a balance between citizens’ right to information and their right to privacy. Protection of Privacy with Access to Information While responding […]
The Rise of Artificial Intelligence in Schools American classrooms are beginning to use artificial intelligence to change the way students learn. AI tools offer personalized lessons, adaptive teaching, and instant feedback that can improve education. However, this promise is facing growing concerns from parents and the public. The latest PDK poll shows that while AI […]
Shoppers Asked to Speak Numbers Aloud Mumbai: Enterprise retailers may soon face trouble under India’s new data protection law. Many stores currently ask shoppers to share their Phone Numbers at billing counters for loyalty schemes or digital receipts. But saying Phone Numbers aloud in public exposes personal details. This practice goes against the rule that […]
Ottawa, August 11, 2025: The Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) has issued updated guidelines on the use of biometric technologies, including facial recognition and fingerprint scanning. The move aims to help organisations protect privacy while using biometrics for security and identity verification. Key Points of the GuidanceThe guidelines call on organisations to […]
India Steps Up Push for Data Privacy and Digital Security The Government of India is moving forward strongly on data privacy and digital security with the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023 and the draft rules for 2025, which are currently open for public consultation from citizens and stakeholders. These efforts aim to protect […]
In 2023, India introduced the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act), marking the start of a new chapter in privacy regulation. In January 2025, the government also released the Draft DPDP Rules, 2025 for public feedback. This consultation ended on 5 March 2025. Although the President has already signed the DPDP Act, it […]
Srinagar, Aug 12: Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo chaired a high-level meeting on Tuesday to review the Cyber Security Action Plan for Jammu and Kashmir. He focused on strengthening defenses against rising cyber threats and protecting the Union Territory’s digital infrastructure. Officials Present in the Meeting The Secretary of the IT Department, the CEO of JaKeGA, […]
WhatsApp Defends Data Sharing Before NCLAT Bengaluru: WhatsApp told the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) on Tuesday that sharing basic account details and general user preferences with its parent company Meta does not violate users’ right to privacy. WhatsApp Explains Data Sharing Senior counsel Mukul Rohatgi, representing WhatsApp, said the platform only shares non […]