Internet privacy

Global Big Data Market Research Report 2018: Market Influenced by AWS, Cloudera, HP, IBM & Palantir Technologies

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Monday, April 30, 2018

The "Global Big data Market Research Report, Insights, Opportunity, Analysis, Market Shares And Forecast 2017 - 2023" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Global Big data Market Research Report, Insights, Opportunity, Analysis, Market Shares And Forecast 2017 - 2023" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Large amount of data generation is one of the major factor which contribute to the growth of global big data market during forecast period.
  • However, lack of awareness of benefits of big data solutions & services as well as privacy and security concerns in big data are some of the major factor restraining the growth of global big data market during forecast period.
  • Geographically, the global big data market report has been segmented in North America, Asia Pacific, Europe and Rest of World.

Research from PSafe Shows that 90 Percent of People on Public Wi-Fi Networks Do Not Use a VPN to Safeguard Sensitive Information from Hackers

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Thursday, April 26, 2018

With dfndr vpn, PSafe can ensure that a user's personal data and connections are always protected and safe from attacks," said PSafe Founder and CEO Marco DeMello.

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  • With dfndr vpn, PSafe can ensure that a user's personal data and connections are always protected and safe from attacks," said PSafe Founder and CEO Marco DeMello.
  • Our research shows that 90 percent of people who use public Wi-Fi do not use a VPN and are exposing themselves to security threats."
  • PSafe has also integrated VPN into its flagship app, dfndr security , for users looking for a comprehensive security and privacy solution.
  • dfndr vpn protects consumers from intruders trying to access information and activities using consumers' mobile devices, even on open Wi-Fi networks.

Exults Gives Expert Opinion on Google's Parent Company Profit Increase and Soaring Ad Growth

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Thursday, April 26, 2018

This performance calls attention to the company's dominant lead in the worldwide market for online ads.

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  • This performance calls attention to the company's dominant lead in the worldwide market for online ads.
  • Google is still expected to control 31% of the global ad market this year even though internet privacy regulators in Washington are considering getting stricter on internet privacy.
  • Sponsored search continues to be Google's strong suit and a huge opportunity for businesses to use for marketing and company growth.
  • Exults CEO and Founder, Zach Hoffman, oversees and manages the day-to-day operations of the growing Fort Lauderdale-based internet marketing agency.

Parks Associates: 64% of U.S. Broadband Households are Concerned About Security and Privacy When Using Their Connected Devices

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Wednesday, April 25, 2018

DALLAS, April 25, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Parks Associates today released a new whitepaper, Residential Security and Encryption: Setting the Standard, Protecting Consumers , which reveals 64% of U.S. broadband households are concerned about security and privacy when using their connected devices.

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  • DALLAS, April 25, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Parks Associates today released a new whitepaper, Residential Security and Encryption: Setting the Standard, Protecting Consumers , which reveals 64% of U.S. broadband households are concerned about security and privacy when using their connected devices.
  • "Many security owners would be surprised to discover the reality falls shorts of their expectations regarding the security of their home security system," said Tom Kerber , Director, IoT Strategy, Parks Associates.
  • "The cybersecurity threats toward today's connected products and home security systems are rapidly increasing and require constant vigilance.
  • It identifies the key challenges of cybersecurity in residential security and opportunities for security dealers to address rising consumer concerns about data security.

Ticket Tailor Giving Away Free Tailored Privacy Policies for Event Organisers - Just in Time for GDPR

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Wednesday, April 25, 2018

Speaking on the matter, company CEO Jonny White said "With the EU's GDPR regulations coming in to force soon we wanted to make the road to compliance easier for event organisers.

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  • Speaking on the matter, company CEO Jonny White said "With the EU's GDPR regulations coming in to force soon we wanted to make the road to compliance easier for event organisers.
  • It doesn't make sense for every organiser to pay a lawyer to draw them up a privacy policy.
  • Liaising with the team of specialist lawyers working on Ticket Tailor's own GDPR compliance , Jonny and his team built the tool ( privacy policy generator available here ) especially for event organisers.
  • Ticket Tailor is a breakthrough event ticketing platform founded in 2011 providing a world-class service to their worldwide customer base - completely free of booking fees.

Bluescape Introduces Its New Private Cloud Collaboration Offering to Give Organizations Greater Control and Protection of Data

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Tuesday, April 24, 2018

Bluescape expands its workstream collaboration solution with a new, private cloud offering for companies with the most stringent data protection, management and governance requirements.

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  • Bluescape expands its workstream collaboration solution with a new, private cloud offering for companies with the most stringent data protection, management and governance requirements.
  • Companies adhering to the mandates of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) can also gain improved control and management of their data when teams collaborate on Bluescape.
  • Implementing the private cloud option, organizations are able to execute and demonstrate business transparency while protecting the privacy of all European Union (EU) citizens' personal information.
  • We're working on new ways organizations can better create, share and manage content for improved efficiencies and control of their data."

Janrain Survey: Cambridge Analytica Breach Draws Shift in Consumer Attitudes Toward Data Privacy

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Monday, May 7, 2018

PORTLAND, Ore., May 7, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Janrain, the company that pioneered the Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) category, today announced the results of its Consumer Attitudes Toward Data Privacy Survey , which suggest the Cambridge Analytica breach incited a major turning point in the way consumers feel about their data privacy.

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  • PORTLAND, Ore., May 7, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Janrain, the company that pioneered the Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) category, today announced the results of its Consumer Attitudes Toward Data Privacy Survey , which suggest the Cambridge Analytica breach incited a major turning point in the way consumers feel about their data privacy.
  • Janrain queried over 1,000 U.S.-based consumers and found 78% of them were aware that Cambridge Analytica had made off with the data of 87 million users without their permission.
  • The recent news surrounding Cambridge Analytica has awakened people to the fact that they value their social data as much as they do any other personal data.
  • 1,051 US-based residents 18 years-old and over participated in Janrain's Consumer Attitudes Toward Data Privacy Survey, conducted online in April of 2018 with a 3.1% margin of error.

Nexus Services Takes on NY & VA To Protect Immigrant Privacy Rights

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Friday, April 20, 2018

Nexus Services is participating in a responsible inquiry from the state of Washington, who's Attorney General has agreed to keep client information safe and secure.

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  • Nexus Services is participating in a responsible inquiry from the state of Washington, who's Attorney General has agreed to keep client information safe and secure.
  • "We simply will not provide this information to the government without sufficient protections," Nexus CEO, Mike Donovan said Friday afternoon.
  • Both Attorneys General issued CID's to Nexus Services, Inc. demanding a broad scope of information.
  • "Nexus services will defend at all costs the privacy rights of our clients, and we will resist any politicians' effort to harm our clients, their friends, and their families."

Californians for Consumer Privacy Calls on Google to Drop Opposition to the California Consumer Privacy Act and Stop the Tracking of Kids

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Thursday, April 19, 2018

SAN FRANCISCO, April19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Californians for Consumer Privacy called on Google to stop funding the opposition to the California Consumer Privacy Act and to stop the tracking of children on applications hosted by the Google Play Store.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, April19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Californians for Consumer Privacy called on Google to stop funding the opposition to the California Consumer Privacy Act and to stop the tracking of children on applications hosted by the Google Play Store.
  • "The fact that Google did not protect the privacy of children who use their apps is chilling and beyond disturbing," said Alastair Mactaggart, Chair of Californians for Consumer Privacy and Chief Proponent of the California Consumer Privacy Act .
  • Google joined AT&T, Verizon, Comcast and Facebook in donating to a million dollar Super PAC to oppose consumer privacy.
  • The California Consumer Privacy Act on the ballot in November 2018 establishes new, groundbreaking consumer privacy rights and empowers consumers to take back control over their personal information.

Former Chairman of Federal Privacy Council and Privacy Lead for President Obama's Cyber Security National Action Plan to Keynote 2nd Annual Privacy and Analytics (PANDAS) Conference in Baltimore

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Thursday, April 19, 2018

The keynote, "The ROI of Privacy Initiatives," will focus on the importance of investing in privacy, mitigating a breach when it occurs, increasing privacy program efficiency, and retaining trust.

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  • The keynote, "The ROI of Privacy Initiatives," will focus on the importance of investing in privacy, mitigating a breach when it occurs, increasing privacy program efficiency, and retaining trust.
  • Groman's presentation will also highlight how the development of a comprehensive, risk-based, strategic, and continuous privacy program is critical for optimal return on investment.
  • "Privacy officers must understand the business objectives of their organization, proactively evaluate risk, and help their organization mitigate risk."
  • During that time he also served as the Chairman of the Federal Privacy Council established by President Obama and as the privacy lead on the President's Cyber Security National Action Plan.