Digital rights

Tech and Trust Report Reveals Data Privacy and Safety Is an Increasing Concern Amongst Consumers

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Wednesday, June 16, 2021

The report found 62% of respondents are concerned about their data's safety as the world becomes further digitized, while only 9% strongly feel they have enough information to navigate the world of data privacy.

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  • The report found 62% of respondents are concerned about their data's safety as the world becomes further digitized, while only 9% strongly feel they have enough information to navigate the world of data privacy.
  • The ATB Ventures Trust Stack is a systematic rethink around how consumers and organizations can extract value from their data in an era where data misuse is at an all time high.
  • "Through the application of the Trust Stack, organizations can deliver the most differentiated, AI-driven experiences - without compromising on privacy or innovation."
  • "Since the beginning, privacy and trust have been core to our work at ATB Ventures," said Sue McGill, SVP of ATB Ventures.

Norton Adds New Privacy Features to Help Consumers Take Control of Their Personal Information

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Tuesday, June 15, 2021
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210615005448/en/
    "Norton's new and expanded privacy offerings help people take control of their personal information more effectively."
  • According to the 2021 Norton Cyber Safety Insights Report , more than half of consumers globally dont know how to protect their online privacy, leaving many defenseless to cybercriminals.
  • Privacy Monitor Assistant is a white-glove service that makes online privacy protection easier by helping individuals fight back against data brokers sharing their personal information.
  • To learn more about Norton privacy offerings and how to bolster your Cyber Safety, visit the Norton Internet Security Center .

Aleada Launches Partner Program; Announces Partnerships with 1Touch, Bishop Fox, Good Research, OneTrust, Privacy+ Security Academy, WireWheel, and Zeguro

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Thursday, June 10, 2021

Aleada , a leading minority-female-owned privacy and data protection company in Silicon today announced the launch of the Aleada Partner Program and announced several major partnership agreements.

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  • Aleada , a leading minority-female-owned privacy and data protection company in Silicon today announced the launch of the Aleada Partner Program and announced several major partnership agreements.
  • As new privacy rules and regulations make data collection and use more complex, Aleada helps keep it simple and your business on course.
  • The Aleada Partners Program brings together the top resources in data privacy compliance, information security, data governance best practices, as well as tools and research, to help Aleada clients navigate technological advances and a constantly shifting regulatory landscape.
  • As new privacy rules and regulations make data collection and use more complex, Aleada keeps it simple and your business on course.

Prime Minister welcomes reappointment of Daniel Therrien as Privacy Commissioner of Canada

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Friday, June 4, 2021

OTTAWA, ON, June 4, 2021 /CNW/ -The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today welcomed the reappointment of Daniel Therrien as Privacy Commissioner of Canada.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, June 4, 2021 /CNW/ -The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today welcomed the reappointment of Daniel Therrien as Privacy Commissioner of Canada.
  • The Office of the Privacy Commissioner provides Parliament with impartial, fact-based information and expert advice, with the mission to protect and promote the privacy rights of Canadians.
  • Mr. Therrien was first appointed as Privacy Commissioner of Canada on June 5, 2014, after three decades as a lawyer in the federal government focusing on issues of human rights, public safety, and national security.
  • Under the Privacy Act, the Privacy Commissioner is appointed for a term of seven years and is eligible to be reappointed to further terms not exceeding seven years.

Helping you answer consumers’ privacy questions

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Friday, June 4, 2021

I read a scary article about online privacy.

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  • I read a scary article about online privacy.
  • The FTC has a new resource to help you answer those questions.
  • Protecting Your Privacy Online is packed with information to make it easier for anyone to raise their digital defenses.
  • The new page includes jargon-free advice on securing internet-connected devices and answers some common questions that consumers ask:

    In addition, Protecting Your Privacy Online explains the ins and outs of online tracking and how consumers can select more privacy-protective options.

Proctorio Awarded the IMS TrustED Apps Seal for Approach to Privacy

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Thursday, June 3, 2021

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., June 3, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Proctorio has proudly met the criteria required to be awarded the IMS Data Privacy Seal for privacy and data security policies and practices.

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., June 3, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Proctorio has proudly met the criteria required to be awarded the IMS Data Privacy Seal for privacy and data security policies and practices.
  • The IMS TrustEd Apps Seal certifies that an ed-tech application or extension has satisfactorily completed the IMS TrustEd Apps vetting process.
  • The product's ratings on the IMS TrustEd Apps Rubric are reflective of each application or extension's approach to four key areas: collecting data, maintaining security, sharing data with third parties, and managing advertisements.
  • Mike Olsen, Founder and CEO of Proctorio, said: "Receiving the IMS Data Security Seal demonstrates Proctorio's commitment to protecting user privacy and data security with transparency.

TrustArc Releases 2nd Annual Global Privacy Benchmarks Report

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021

SAN FRANCISCO, June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- TrustArc ,the leader in data privacy management and automation, today released its 2021 TrustArc Global Privacy Benchmarks Report .

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- TrustArc ,the leader in data privacy management and automation, today released its 2021 TrustArc Global Privacy Benchmarks Report .
  • Now in its second year, the Global Privacy Benchmarks Report highlights how companies' priorities and strategic approaches to data privacy and security are evolving and what their top challenges in privacy management and compliance readiness are.
  • To learn more about the TrustArc Global Privacy Benchmarks Survey, please visit info.trustarc.com/Web-Resource-2021-05-26-Global-Benchmarking-Report_LP.html .
  • As the leader in data privacy, TrustArc automates and simplifies the creation of end-to-end privacy management programs for global organizations.

MeritB2B Announces Promotion of Karie Burt to Chief Data and Privacy Officer

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021

RYE BROOK, N.Y., June 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MeritB2B, the leading provider of B2B data and performance marketing solutions, today announced the promotion of Karie Burt to Chief Data and Privacy Officer.

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  • RYE BROOK, N.Y., June 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MeritB2B, the leading provider of B2B data and performance marketing solutions, today announced the promotion of Karie Burt to Chief Data and Privacy Officer.
  • Formerly Senior Vice President and Chief Privacy Officer, Burt joined the company in 2013 and has been a valuable resource on international data availability and opportunities, as well as the data and privacy leader for the company.
  • In her new role as Chief Data and Privacy Officer, Burt will be leading MeritB2Bs data-centric charge; aligning data acquisition, data strategy and operations into a singular group to support MeritB2B products, facilitated by her solid B2B leadership experience.
  • Im thrilled to promote Karie to Chief Data and Privacy Officer, as shes been at the forefront of innovation and data best practices throughout her tenure at MeritB2B, said Rob Sanchez, CEO and Founder of MeritB2B.

Toyota Motor North America Introduces Privacy Portal to Make Consumer Data More Accessible and Transparent

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Tuesday, June 1, 2021

PLANO, Texas, June 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --As a demonstration of Toyota's continued commitment and leadership in consumer privacy, Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) is proud to announce the creation of the Toyota Data Privacy Portal to increase data transparency, accessibility and control for Toyota and Lexus vehicle owners.

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  • PLANO, Texas, June 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --As a demonstration of Toyota's continued commitment and leadership in consumer privacy, Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) is proud to announce the creation of the Toyota Data Privacy Portal to increase data transparency, accessibility and control for Toyota and Lexus vehicle owners.
  • We are proud to further enhance our level of transparency with the release of Data Privacy Portal, giving consumers a clear sense of when and how their data is used."
  • Data Privacy Portal informs users when an impactful change has been made to their privacy settings.
  • If the user owns multiple Toyota or Lexus vehicles, they can select custom privacy and data sharing settings for each individual vehicle.

"Security officer" in the Digital Economy Era, the Next Block-Chain Technology Outlet - Privacy Computing

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Monday, May 31, 2021

On December 21, 2020, the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology and nearly 50 units jointly launched the "Privacy Computing Alliance".

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  • On December 21, 2020, the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology and nearly 50 units jointly launched the "Privacy Computing Alliance".
  • The Privacy Computing Alliance covers almost all mainstream domestic privacy computing companies, including Huawei, Tencent, Baidu and other companies.
  • It will build a government-industry-university-research cooperation platform which focuses on basic core technology research, industry application implementation, standard system construction, and privacy computing policies.
  • What's indisputable is that it is a critical period for building a global privacy computing infrastructure between now and 2025.