GDPR Audits: Your Essential Guide Following the UK’s withdrawal from the European Union, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has been adopted by the UK as its own law. This means organisations operating within the UK or handling the data of UK citizens still have a vital responsibility to comply with its regulations. This Guide…
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Is Your Breach Response a Black Hole? UK DPOs Face Shocking Delays (and Fines) With UK GDPR regulations placing data protection at the forefront, organisations are facing a new reality: data breaches can be not just a security risk, but a significant financial one and the consequences for organisations can be severe. But a new…
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GDPR Breaches: What You Need to Know With the rise of online activity, businesses of all sizes collect and store vast amounts of personal data. This data, ranging from names and email addresses to financial information and health records, must be protected. To ensure this critical protection, the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR),…
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World Password Day: A Guide to Bulletproof Passwords Strong password practices are essential for ensuring the security of our online identities and data. Weak passwords leave sensitive information vulnerable to data breaches and cyberattacks. This guide equips you with the knowledge and tools to transform from a password punching bag into a champion of online…
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Exploring Individual Rights The ever-evolving field of data protection law can be a minefield for businesses of all sizes. Balancing the rights of individuals with the operational needs of your organisation is a constant challenge, especially when it comes to fulfilling individual rights requests. During this week’s episode of the Data Protection Made Easy podcast we…
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Grindr Faces UK Lawsuit Over Alleged Sharing of HIV Data Grindr, the popular dating app for gay, bi, trans, and queer people, is under fire for its data protection practices. Hundreds of users in the UK have filed a lawsuit against the company, alleging that their private information, including HIV status, was shared with third…
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Technology continues to reshape our world, offering solutions that streamline daily tasks and enhance security. However, with every innovation comes a responsibility to acknowledge its potential downsides. This blog post dives into the question can AI be Racist? and focuses two key areas where the ethical use of technology is paramount: facial recognition and data…
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Data protection regulations like the UK GDPR and CCPA are constantly evolving, placing immense pressure on organisations to ensure compliance. But achieving a robust data security posture isn’t solely the responsibility of the legal or compliance teams. In today’s data-driven world, engineers play a pivotal role in safeguarding sensitive information. This blog explores how to…
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In March, our Data Protection Made Easy podcast hosts, Jasmine Harrison, Joe Kirk and Phil Brining, discussed the challenges small and large businesses face when complying with GDPR. Data protection is considered a significant burden for small businesses. Resource constraints, compliance hurdles and a general lack of awareness make GDPR compliance seem like a distant…
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Record of Processing Activities (ROPA): Ensure Compliance and Build Trust Experts at Data Protection People host a training program designed to show you How To Complete A ROPA and more importantly how to maintain one. Uncertain about navigating the complexities of Records of Processing Activities (ROPA)? Our comprehensive ROPA training program empowers you to create…
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