Emmanuel Kwasi Gadasu writes: As both a Christian and a Data Protection Officer with understanding of Ghana’s Protection Act and frameworks like the GDPR and CCPA, I firmly believe that the principle of privacy is not only ethical and legal—it is spiritual. From the Garden of Eden to the Proverbs of Solomon, the Bible speaks to…
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How Internet of Things devices affect your privacy – even when they’re not yours
The Internet of Things, which includes wearables, appliances and cars, is collecting an increasing amount of information about you. lupengyu/Moment via Getty Images David Sella-Villa, University of South Carolina Some unusual witnesses helped convict Alex Murdaugh of the murders of his wife, Maggie, and son, Paul. The first was Bubba, Maggie’s yellow Labrador retriever. Prosecutors…
Your household smart products must respect your privacy – including your air fryer
From the U.K.’s Information Commissioner’s Office: From smart speakers and fitness trackers to Wi-Fi fridges and interconnected air fryers, smart products have integrated seamlessly into people’s homes and everyday lives – in fact, research shows that four in five Brits own at least one.* We have today (16 June) published our first guidance for developers and manufacturers…
Would you — or wouldn’t you?
Over on Infosec.Exchange yesterday, @Chum1ng0 posted a quick poll: The Brazilian government is developing a pilot project that allows citizens to own, manage, and sell their personal data to companies through a digital wallet. Would you participate in this program to sell your personal data if you had the opportunity? How would you have voted?…