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Data Privacy / Protection Day stories

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AI agents race ahead of governance, security & trust

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AI agents surge into big business with scant oversight, leaving governance, security and trust frameworks struggling to keep pace.
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Digital rights group urges Australians to fight privacy trap

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Digital rights group warns Australians to resist ‘privacy paradox’, urging tougher laws and everyday steps to curb online data tracking.
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Data Privacy Day spotlight on control, resilience, design

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Data Privacy Day shifts focus from policy to proof, as firms embed control, resilience and design into complex hybrid data estates.
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AI reshapes data privacy risk across Australia, NZ

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AI is reshaping data privacy in Australia and New Zealand, exposing shadow tools, privilege sprawl and weak identity controls, experts warn.
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Data privacy myths leave smaller firms exposed to attack

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Myths over the value of business data are leaving smaller firms dangerously exposed, IDS-INDATA warns ahead of Data Privacy Day.
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European consumers weigh AI, privacy & personalisation for BFCM

Fri, 19th Sep 2025
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European consumers show cautious optimism towards AI easing Black Friday shopping, with 44% positive but 40% concerned over data privacy and personalisation.
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Cyber experts urge proactive data protection strategies

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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With Data Privacy Day on the horizon, experts stress the urgent need for organisations to bolster data protection amid rising cyber threats and evolving technologies.
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Data Privacy Day underscores data protection importance

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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Data Privacy Day highlights the growing necessity for robust data protection measures, urging businesses to adopt Privacy Enhancing Technologies amid evolving regulations.
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Experts stress importance of data privacy in AI era

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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With Data Privacy Day occurring this week, experts stress the urgency for individuals and organisations to enhance protections against rising cyber threats, including AI.
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KnowBe4 shares data protection tips for 2025 privacy focus

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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On Data Privacy Day, KnowBe4 offers vital tips for individuals and organisations to enhance data security and regain control over personal information.
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Data Privacy Day highlights urgent need for new strategies

Wed, 29th Jan 2025
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As Data Privacy Day unfolds, experts stress the urgent need for organisations to strengthen data protection strategies amid rising cyber threats and evolving regulations.
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Data Privacy Day highlights urgency for data control in ANZ

Mon, 27th Jan 2025
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As Data Privacy Day approaches, a new survey reveals 70% of Australians feel powerless over their data, highlighting urgent calls for enhanced data protection.
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Expert insights on safeguarding data in a digital world

Mon, 27th Jan 2025
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As Data Privacy Day approaches, industry leaders stress the importance of robust measures to enhance data security amidst growing digital vulnerabilities.
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Data protection importance grows with AI & digital twins

Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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The rise of AI and digital twins heightens the relevance of Data Protection Day, urges Jon Fielding of Apricorn, as personal data faces growing threats.
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Cohesity completes acquisition of Veritas data protection unit

Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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Cohesity has acquired Veritas' data protection business, becoming the largest provider in the sector with a valuation above $7 billion and over 12,000 clients.
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Exclusive: How Entrust is protecting digital identities

Wed, 15th May 2024
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Entrust, serving 10,000 customers globally, fortifies digital identities and combats fraud through AI innovations, robust data privacy and bespoke hybrid work solutions.
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i-PRO shares key tips on data privacy protection

Thu, 22nd Feb 2024
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Security solutions firm i-PRO underscores the importance of data privacy in a world increasingly under surveillance.
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The data loss that will hurt your business the most

Mon, 29th Jan 2024
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For cybersecurity to be fully effective, it needs senior executive-level support. And risk is the language all business leaders understand.
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Data Privacy Day: Zoho highlights the need for more education

Fri, 26th Jan 2024
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Data Privacy Day: Zoho stresses the vital need for businesses to educate themselves, increase transparency and bolster data privacy practices as AI use intensifies.
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Data Privacy Day: Experts call for essential adaptation in AI era

Fri, 26th Jan 2024
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Ahead of Data Privacy Day, tech experts voice concerns about increasing data privacy challenges and cyber threats spurred by advanced AI.