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Children’s Privacy: India’s National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) found a 400%+ one-year rise in cybercrime cases committed against kids

Comparing 2020 to 2019, NCRB’s reported a sharp rise in publishing of materials depicting children in sexually explicit acts. Though overall volume is small, this plus UNICEF’s 2020 report on youth internet use – – which said that 37.6 million children in India accessed remote learning during the pandemic – reinforces concern that increased loneliness and limited opportunities for socialization make children more vulnerable online.

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US strengthens financial data security requirements under Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA)

November 16, 2021

The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has published changes to the Gramm-Leach Bliley Act, which protects consumer financial privacy at financial institutions and at companies handling financial activities. Key changes under the revised Safeguards Rule include: expanded definition of types of companies subject to GLBA more specific, detailed requirements for compliance oversight obligation to appoint a security officer to oversee and implement a security program

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Consumers Eager for Personalized Content: Marigold

September 13, 2024

It’s all surveys today, Dear Reader.  Marigold reports that consumers are eager for personalized content, with 79% saying they’re likely to engage with a personalized email tailored to their interests.  Sadly, 33% feel their needs are unmet by current brand messages.  Discounts and coupons (95%) top the list of what they want in exchange for personal data, followed closely by loyalty rewards at 94%.  Content is last at 61%.

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