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Sep 5, 2023 Unfiltered law surveillance advertising

Do Government Agencies Really Have to Strike the Delicate Balance Between Unambiguous Cybersafety Guidance and Protection of Surveillance Capitalism?

Cybersafety is not rocket science, but when simple and effective protection can shatter the Internet's business models, public policy must weigh individual risk vs business reward.

May 30, 2022 Unfiltered advertising edtech surveillance

3 Immutable Conditions for Trustworthy Edtech

In the wake of 2016's edtech breaches, the 3 Baseline Considerations for Security (3BC) emerged, advocating independent assessment, secure data disposal, and transparent consent practices. They form a crucial framework for fostering trust and accountability.

Feb 15, 2022 Unfiltered disinformation surveillance breach

Without Retention Rules, Edtech is Just Another Tool for Surveillance and Privacy Abuse

Valentine's Day 2018 uncovered a Canadian school board's data breach cover-up, igniting efforts for edtech cybersecurity and privacy reform in Canada. Advocacy for data deletion is crucial.

Mar 28, 2021 Unfiltered surveillance tracking

The Paradox of Privacy

This blog delves into the privacy paradox, highlighting the discrepancy between privacy expectations and online reality. It emphasizes the need for protection against data collection, offering tools to block invasive practices and advocating for respect for individual privacy.

Feb 4, 2021 Unfiltered government surveillance warrant

Reviving the Canary

In the era of data sharing, companies comply with government requests, leaving users unaware. Warrant canaries, a subtle signal of non-compliance, once protected privacy. With surging data requests, is it time to resurrect this safeguard? Transparency is vital for security and privacy rights.