Data Privacy Day is celebrated on January 28th each year in the United States, Canada, and 49 other countries in an international effort to raise awareness around data privacy. It is meant to commemorate the 1981 signing of Convention 108, the first international, legally binding treaty surrounding data and privacy protection, but it is more impactful […]
For Cloud Adopters, Data Privacy Day Is an Occasion for Both Hesitancy and Hope
Data Privacy Day is an occasion that brings decidedly mixed emotions for those who rely on the cloud to do business. On the one hand, it’s a day to celebrate the importance of data privacy and the very real advances that have been made by enterprises to ensure it. On the other hand, it’s a […]
Through the Data Lens: Protecting Data Privacy
Click to learn more about author Ian Pitt. 2020 presented some of the most unexpected challenges as the pandemic pushed many organizations to advance their digital transformation at an accelerated pace. With the guiding principle of “Own Your Privacy,” we celebrated Data Privacy Day in January, highlighting awareness, understanding, and action both for the organization […]
It’s Time for All Employees to Take the “Personal Privacy Pledge”
Click to learn more about author Rajesh Ganesan. Contrary to popular belief, data privacy is not the responsibility of corporations. Sure, corporations are on the hook should there be a breach and an organization is found to be in violation of data privacy laws; however, everyone plays a part. It is not possible to outsource […]
Data Privacy Day 2021: Tech Experts Provide Tips to Stay Safe
Click to learn more about author Jay Ryerse. Since working remotely became the norm last year, organizations have been sharing and storing even more private data online than ever before. While IT teams have been working tirelessly to keep that data secure, cybercriminals have been working just as hard to undo that security. With rising […]
Integris Software Releases Data Privacy Dictionary to Improve Global Data Privacy
A recent press release reports, “Integris Software introduces its Data Privacy Dictionary, a new tool to help data privacy, data governance and data protection professionals have a common lexicon to improve their communication and privacy management programs. Organizations face a variety of new challenges with shifting regulations like the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as […]
WhiteHat Security Joins the National Cyber Security Alliance
According to a recent press release, “WhiteHat Security, an independent subsidiary of NTT Security and a leading application security provider, has announced its commitment to Data Privacy Day ‒ an international effort held annually on Jan. 28 to create awareness about the importance of respecting privacy, safeguarding data and enabling trust – by signing up […]
Data Privacy Day 2020: 5 Lessons From The Past To Better Secure The Future
A new press release reports, “This Data Privacy Day, we urge individuals and organisations around the world to learn from the fallout of the mega-breaches of the recent past. We provide five positive steps that companies around the world can take to better protect consumers, employees and more. Until recently, data privacy was only considered […]
Data Privacy Day 2019 Reminds Businesses and Consumers About the Value of Personal Data
According to a recent press release, “Last year, worrisome headlines jolted consumers into reality about protecting personal data. A recent survey indicates that 90 percent of those polled were “very concerned” about their privacy. Our always-connected lives require that we understand how our data is collected, used and shared and what actions to take to […]
During National Data Privacy Day, DefenseStorm Shares How to Strengthen Cybersecurity in 2017
by Angela Guess A new press release reports, “As part of Data Privacy Day, which will be observed Sat., Jan. 28, DefenseStorm, a security data platform that watches everything on a financial institution’s network and matches it to its policies, shares how financial institutions can establish and maintain a stronger cybersecurity program moving into the […]