Data Minimization Techniques
A recent incident involving electronic health records (EHR) at dozens of Community Health Systems (CHS) facilities exposed a significant vulnerability in healthcare's technological reliance. This series of EHR outages was traced back to an accidental deletion of a database by engineers from Cerner, a service under Oracle Health. The fallout from
The genetic testing company 23andMe recently filed for bankruptcy, raising significant concerns about the future of the genetic data it has collected from millions of users. The possibility of this highly sensitive data being sold to third parties has serious implications for users' privacy. If you are among those who have shared your genetic data
In an interconnected world where data is gold, ensuring compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has become paramount for organizations processing personal data. With strict penalties in place for non-compliance, companies are increasingly adopting GDPR-compliant data practices to safeguard customer information and maintain
Google has been a giant in the digital world, handling vast amounts of data for users globally through services like Gmail, Google Photos, and Google Maps. Recently, Google has initiated a process to delete inactive accounts and other data to enhance security and optimize system performance. This means that many users may have their data wiped out
Big data is transformative because it provides entrepreneurs with valuable insights into their businesses. Coupled with artificial intelligence and machine learning, big data has the potential to deliver better marketing returns. It can also inform product development, increase efficiency, reduce excess inventory, and prevent fraud. However, big
Amid recent turmoil at 23andMe, a major data breach and significant layoffs have prompted many users to question the safety and retention of their genetic information. The company revealed that the breach compromised the data of approximately 6.9 million users, with attackers specifically targeting those of Chinese or Ashkenazi Jewish descent.