Data Protection refers to the practices, processes, and regulations aimed at safeguarding personal and sensitive information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. It encompasses measures that organizations and individuals take to ensure the privacy and security of data, particularly in light of increasing concerns over data breaches and misuse. Data protection applies to a variety of contexts, including the collection, storage, processing, and sharing of information, particularly in compliance with laws and standards such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union, which sets stringent guidelines for handling personal data. Effective data protection involves implementing technical and organizational measures, such as encryption, access controls, and data minimization, to mitigate risks and ensure the rights of individuals regarding their personal information.
Groundbreaking changes are coming to social media use for kids. Recent draft regulations demand that parents give verified consent before children can create accounts on online platforms, posing significant challenges…