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MCRA Hires Melissa Paper, JD, MPA, CHC as Vice President of Healthcare Compliance

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Thursday, October 21, 2021
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- MCRA, LLC, a leading medical device, in-vitro diagnostics, and biologics advisory firm and clinical research organization (CRO) integrating U.S. and International Regulatory, Clinical Research, Reimbursement, Healthcare Compliance, Cybersecurity, and Quality Assurance, is pleased to announce Melissa Paper, JD, MPA, CHC has joined MCRA as Vice President of Healthcare Compliance.

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  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- MCRA, LLC, a leading medical device, in-vitro diagnostics, and biologics advisory firm and clinical research organization (CRO) integrating U.S. and International Regulatory, Clinical Research, Reimbursement, Healthcare Compliance, Cybersecurity, and Quality Assurance, is pleased to announce Melissa Paper, JD, MPA, CHC has joined MCRA as Vice President of Healthcare Compliance.
  • Prior to joining MCRA, Ms. Paper lead compliance programs for a variety of healthcare organizations including hospitals, physician practices, surgical centers, and urgent care centers.
  • Ms. Paper has also led revenue cycle compliance, coding compliance and privacy compliance teams.
  • David Lown, MCRA's President said "MCRA started offering healthcare compliance advisory services to our clients in 2005, as we recognized an effective compliance program is a fundamental business requirement for any healthcare organization.

IDX Achievements in 2020 Include Managing Over 700 Data Breaches, Launching New All-In-One Consumer Privacy Product, and More in 2020 as Digital Privacy Risks Grow

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Tuesday, February 2, 2021
Articles, Privacy, Social issues, Consumer privacy, Internet privacy, Digital privacy, Information privacy, Data breach, Medical privacy, State privacy laws of the United States, Chief privacy officer

"With our focus on helping enterprises respond to cyber threats and empowering individuals to take back control of their digital privacy, IDX made great strides in 2020 launching innovative new products and services."

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  • "With our focus on helping enterprises respond to cyber threats and empowering individuals to take back control of their digital privacy, IDX made great strides in 2020 launching innovative new products and services."
  • Launched industry-defining all-in-one consumer data privacy product, IDX Privacy.
  • "IDX exceeded in managing 700 data breaches for the first time, launched the first all-in-one consumer privacy protection product, and rolled out a new healthcare initiative during 2020.
  • IDX is well-positioned as the market leader in data breach response services and consumer digital privacy software to continue in leading national conversations regarding privacy, data breach, and identity protection.

Cisco Study Reveals Critical Role of Privacy Emerging from Global Pandemic

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Tuesday, January 26, 2021
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Global study finds significant privacy concerns stemming from the pandemic, fueled by rapid shift to remote work and the need to utilize health information of individuals.

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  • Global study finds significant privacy concerns stemming from the pandemic, fueled by rapid shift to remote work and the need to utilize health information of individuals.
  • Privacy legislation worldwide has been well received, with nearly 80% of security and privacy professionals seeing positive impact on their organizations.
  • Strong privacy infrastructure and robust security practices are essential for post-pandemic social and economic recovery.
  • Cisco today published the 2021 Data Privacy Benchmark Study , its fourth annual look into corporate privacy practices worldwide, which found enhanced importance of privacy protections during the pandemic and increasing benefits for businesses that adopt strong privacy measures.

Cisco Study Reveals Critical Role of Privacy Emerging from Global Pandemic

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Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Digital rights, Human rights, Articles, Social issues, Data security, Identity management, Privacy, Internet privacy, Medical privacy, Right to privacy, Information privacy, State privacy laws of the United States

Global study finds significant privacy concerns stemming from the pandemic, fueled by rapid shift to remote work and the need to utilize health information of individuals.

Key Points: 
  • Global study finds significant privacy concerns stemming from the pandemic, fueled by rapid shift to remote work and the need to utilize health information of individuals.
  • Privacy legislation worldwide has been well received, with nearly 80% of security and privacy professionals seeing positive impact on their organizations.
  • Strong privacy infrastructure and robust security practices are essential for post-pandemic social and economic recovery.
  • Cisco today published the 2021 Data Privacy Benchmark Study , its fourth annual look into corporate privacy practices worldwide, which found enhanced importance of privacy protections during the pandemic and increasing benefits for businesses that adopt strong privacy measures.

NortonLifeLock Expands Privacy Offerings

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Thursday, October 29, 2020
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On a mission to help consumers reclaim control of their online privacy, NortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today unveiled Privacy Monitor Assistant, a new white-glove service, to help consumers fight back against data brokers sharing your personal information.

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  • On a mission to help consumers reclaim control of their online privacy, NortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today unveiled Privacy Monitor Assistant, a new white-glove service, to help consumers fight back against data brokers sharing your personal information.
  • Online privacy is a critical aspect of Cyber Safety, said Vincent Pilette, CEO, NortonLifeLock.
  • With our privacy offerings, Norton Secure VPN, PC SafeCam, and now, Privacy Monitor Assistant, we continue to arm consumers with the tools they need to reclaim control of their online privacy and defend against identity theft.
  • Privacy Monitor Assistant helps give consumers more control over their digital safety so they can make decisions about their personal information and online privacy.

Children’s right to privacy essential in the digital age

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Tuesday, October 27, 2020
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Parents are telling us they are concerned about their childrens privacy, even more than their own privacy, Commissioner Falk said.

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  • Parents are telling us they are concerned about their childrens privacy, even more than their own privacy, Commissioner Falk said.
  • While we want our children to be empowered to use the internet and online services, we also want their data privacy to be protected.
  • Key ACAPS findings on childrens privacy include:
    82% of parents believe children must be empowered to use online services, but their data privacy must also be protected
    Parents are very supportive of measures to increase the protection of their childrens privacy and educate children on these issues: 85% support the compulsory provision of important data privacy information to children in clear language that is not misleading
    Commissioner Falk said protecting childrens privacy in the digital era is critical, and parents cannot take on this responsibility alone.
  • Childrens Week celebrates the right of children to enjoy childhood.Find out more about childrens and young peoples privacy rights and read the OAICs Privacy tips for parents and carers .

California’s SB 980 Would Codify Strong Protections for Genetic Data

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Thursday, September 3, 2020
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If signed by the Governor before the Sept. 30 deadline, the law would become the first comprehensive genetic privacy law in the United States, establishing significant new protections for consumers of genetic services.

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  • If signed by the Governor before the Sept. 30 deadline, the law would become the first comprehensive genetic privacy law in the United States, establishing significant new protections for consumers of genetic services.
  • As we previously wrote and testified, the Genetic Information Privacy Act incorporates many of the protections in FPFs 2018 Privacy Best Practices for Consumer Genetic Testing Services.
  • Leading genetic testing companies have adopted the Best Practices, making them enforceable by the FTC and state AGs; SB 980 would extend safeguards to users of other genetics companies, protecting consumers and building trust in the industry.
  • Below we describe 1) that process and results of FPFs 2018 efforts; and 2) the significance of SB 980 as compared to existing laws and the voluntarily adopted Best Practices.
  • Why SB 980 is Significant // If signed by the Governor, SB 980 would be a landmark law for genetic privacy, going beyond existing federal and state laws as well as self-regulation.
  • Similarly, the handful of states that have heretofore addressed genetic information privacy have not established comprehensive protections.
  • In contrast, SB 980 would establish broad, comprehensive consumer protections for genetic information.
  • We are optimistic that SB 980 represents a major step forward for consumer rights.

Suspected Theft of OGCIO Mobile Phones

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Wednesday, February 19, 2020
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In response to media enquiry about the suspected theft of mobile phones of the Office of the Government Chief Information Officer (OGCIO), the office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD) makes the following response:

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  • In response to media enquiry about the suspected theft of mobile phones of the Office of the Government Chief Information Officer (OGCIO), the office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD) makes the following response:
    The Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data, Hong Kong (Privacy Commissioner), Mr Stephen Kai-yi WONG, has received a data breach notification and will follow up on it as a data breach incident by way of conducting a compliance check.
  • The Privacy Commissioner notes the suspected theft of two mobile phones used for monitoring persons under compulsory home quarantine.
  • Names, telephone numbers, shared locations and photos of these persons but no detailed addresses were stored in the phones.
  • Although currently there is no mandatory requirement for data breach notifications, the Privacy Commissioner encourages organisations to make notifications when data breach incidents take place.

Future of Privacy Forum Releases Analysis of Washington Privacy Act

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Tuesday, January 14, 2020
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FPF CEO: Most comprehensive state privacy legislation proposed to date

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  • FPF CEO: Most comprehensive state privacy legislation proposed to date

    WASHINGTON, DC January 13, 2020 The Future of Privacy Forum today released an in-depth analysis of the Washington Privacy Act (Washington State Senate Bill 4873), as well as the following statement by Future of Privacy Forum CEO Jules Polonetsky about the bill:

    The Washington Privacy Act is the most comprehensive state privacy legislation proposed to date.

  • The bill addresses concerns raised last year and proposes strong consumer protections that go beyond the California Consumer Privacy Act.
  • It includes provisions on data minimization, purpose limitations, privacy risk assessments, anti-discrimination requirements, and limits on automated profiling that other state laws do not.
  • READ THE FPF ANALYSIS OF THE WASHINGTON PRIVACY ACT.

New Privacy Ref Expanding Training Locations

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Tuesday, July 9, 2019
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HOUSTON, July 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Privacy Ref is expanding their training programs to all Privacy Ref centers starting July 29th, 2019.

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  • HOUSTON, July 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Privacy Ref is expanding their training programs to all Privacy Ref centers starting July 29th, 2019.
  • Privacy Ref has instructed over 6,000 privacy professional and is a certified training partner of the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP).
  • Privacy Ref emphasizes alignment of privacy practices with each client's organizational and operational goals through assessment, consulting, coaching, and training services.
  • Privacy Ref services range from assessments of existing privacy programs, reviewing or creating privacy policies and processes, providing privacy fundamentals workshops, assisting with awareness training, to building a privacy program from the ground up.