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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 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 […]
EPHRATA — A data breach at Grant County Public Utility District (PUD) exposed the personal information of around 850 employees. Including recent retirees and individuals who were on the payroll between March and April this year. According to Christine Pratt, public affairs officer for the PUD, employees were informed about the incident through email notifications. […]
WhatsApp has introduced a new feature called Advanced Chat Privacy, offering users more control over how their conversations are shared and used. With this update, users can now block others from exporting chats, auto-downloading shared media, or using messages with AI tools. The feature can be enabled in the latest version of WhatsApp and is […]
Nithin Kamath, founder and CEO of Zerodha, India’s largest brokerage firm, has openly raised concerns over mobile apps in India that gather and misuse personal user data without informing users clearly or seeking their explicit consent. Kamath highlighted how widespread this issue has become, stating that it’s more serious than many users realize. Apps Secretly […]
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 […]
French gaming giant Ubisoft, the company behind popular video games like Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, and Prince of Persia, is facing a major complaint over user privacy violations. The complaint has been filed by noyb, a well-known European privacy advocacy group. Why Is Ubisoft Being Accused? According to noyb (short for None of Your Business), […]
BigID, a global leader in data security, privacy, compliance, and AI data management, has introduced a powerful new feature called the Privacy Executive Console. The tool gives privacy leaders a clear, real-time view of their privacy program’s performance through a single dashboard. Built into the BigID Next platform, the Privacy Executive Console offers a centralized […]