#PersonalInformationProtection

China ponders creating a national ‘cyberspace ID’

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July 29, 2024 at 01:33AM Beijing is considering implementing “cyberspace IDs” to safeguard personal information and reduce data retention by internet service providers. The IDs will link citizens’ real-life identities to an encrypted series of letters and numbers or an online credential. Although voluntary for now, implementation may address privacy concerns and potential leaks, despite … Read more

Blackbaud Settles With California for $6.75 Million Over 2020 Data Breach

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June 18, 2024 at 06:19AM Blackbaud was ordered to pay $6.75 million in a settlement for a ransomware attack and data breach. The company paid a $250,000 ransom and later revealed that sensitive information from 13,000 organizations using its services was compromised. Blackbaud has agreed to a $49.5 million settlement and to develop a comprehensive … Read more