Business Operations & Logistics
We Need to Rethink Our Approach to Customer Data and Identity Verification. Here’s Where to Start.
Data is meant for verification, not hoarding.
By Terence Kwok
Online Privacy
Business News
Why Facebook Is Shutting Down Its Face-Recognition System
The process will take place gradually over the coming weeks.
Online Presence
What Businesses Need to Know about the Google Ad Changes for Data Privacy and Enhanced Conversions
Google is capable of collecting mountains of pertinent data, but users are increasingly concerned about their privacy.
Marketing
The Cookie is Actually Crumbling in Advertising: Here’s What to Know in B2B vs. B2C
Cookies have long been used by advertisers looking to track consumer activity across the web in order to boost their advertising efforts.
By Gabe Rogol
Business News
‘Sign in With Apple’ Promises Better Customer Experiences But Is It Just More Lock-in?
Sign In with Apple is yet another manifestation of Apple's commitment to consumer privacy as a brand.
Business News
After a Rough Year, Facebook Is Giving Privacy a Try
'This isn't just about a few new features. This is a big change in how we're building these products and running our company,' Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg says at F8.
By Michael Kan
Online Presence
Why Google and Facebook Should Be Treated Like Banks
Our personal data has become such a valuable asset that tech giants should be forced to use it fairly -- and deliver returns back to us
By Pavel Bains
Business News
We Need an Internet Bill of Rights
We cannot preserve the good things about the internet if all the bad things are left unchecked.
Business Operations & Logistics
To Earn Customer Trust on Data Privacy, You Need to Change the Narrative
Here are three actions tech companies can take today.
Business News
Apple Will Let All Users Download Their Collected Personal Data
European users can do it right now thanks to GDPR.
Business News
Until We Ban Data Brokers, Online Privacy Is a Pipe Dream
Facebook is only the first of a wave of artificial intelligence that will seek to manipulate us. To stop them, we need to stop them from sharing data.
By Sascha Segan
Business News
12 Privacy Mistakes that Can Cost You Your Job in 2018
Countless people have lost their jobs due to easily-avoidable privacy mistakes.
By Glassdoor
Business News
How to Create an Anonymous Email Account
It's not easy to be anonymous on the internet. Here's how you can stay hidden even on email.
Online Presence
3 Ways to Boost Your Online Brand by Respecting Privacy
Consumers have soured on the trade in their personal data. A few companies are carving out a niche by rejecting Orwellian practices.
Business News
How to Set Up Google’s Advanced Protection Program
The process is pretty straightforward, but be prepared to buy two security keys if you don't already own them.
By Michael Kan
Business News
Microsoft Drops Lawsuit in Secrecy Case the Government Probably Didn’t Want You to Know About
The Department of Justice agrees to cease routinely demanding data companies not tell customers about search warrants.
By Peter Page
Tech
What Small Business Owners Need to Know About Cybersecurity
Forty-five percent of small business owners have been attacked -- without knowing.
By Rose Leadem
Business News
FBI: Your Kid’s Internet-Connected Toys Might Be Spying on Them
The FBI says sensors, microphones, cameras and other components in internet-connected toys 'could put the privacy and safety of children at risk.'
Tech
Are Your Password Security Habits Improving? (Infographic)
Online privacy is a major concern today.
By Rose Leadem
Tech
Beyond the Privacy Fine Print: Making Privacy More Transparent
Consumers have a growing sense of unease over loss of control when it comes to personal data.
Tech
3 Reasons Why Privacy Matters to Your Business, Your Brand and Your Future
What are you doing to demonstrate to your customers that their privacy is important to your company?
Business News
NSA Halts Some of Its Email Surveillance
The practice of intercepting messages between Americans and foreigners that mention a terrorism suspect will end.
By Tom Brant
Business News
U.S. House Votes to Let ISPs Sell Your Browser History
Congress has passed a resolution rolling back the FCC's privacy rules.
Thought Leaders
What Are Your Employees Doing When You’re Not Looking?
Small businesses can benefit from employee monitoring, in the right circumstance.
Business News
German Regulator Orders Facebook to Delete WhatsApp User Data
The Hamburg Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information said Facebook was infringing data protection law.
By Reuters
Building a Business
FCC Advances Proposal Forbidding Internet Providers From Collecting User Data Without Permission
Under the rules providers would need to tell consumers what information is being collected, how it is being used and when it will be shared.
By Reuters
Online Presence
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey’s Schedule Is Insane — News Roundup
Today's lessons, straight from the headlines.