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IRS Accidentally Shared Thousands of Taxpayer Records With DHS: What Happened, Why It Matters, and the Legal Fallout A major privacy scandal has erupted in the United States after a new court filing revealed that the Internal Revenue Service mistakenly shared confidential taxpayer records with the Department of Homeland Security. The data exposure affected thousands […]
Expert Guide to Risks, Real-World Examples, Prevention, and Recovery Understanding how stalkerware breaches expose sensitive phone data is essential for protecting your privacy in 2026. This article offers a deep dive into how stalkerware infiltrates devices, how data leaks occur, real case studies, and actionable steps you can take to safeguard yourself and others. What […]
Data Protection
In today’s global digital economy, data is both a strategic resource and a liability. Nigerian companies across diverse sectors—ranging from financial services and telecommunications to healthcare, e-commerce, and oil and gas—are increasingly exposed to international data protection regulations. The European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and Nigeria’s own […]
Data Subject Rights
In an era where data fuels digital services, the idea that individuals should be able to move their personal information from one platform to another sounds empowering. This concept is known as data portability. Yet, most people in the United States have never heard the term, much less exercised these rights. While jurisdictions like the […]
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EU AI ACT and Data Protection Laws
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries, enabling startups to innovate faster and scale smarter. From predictive analytics to personalized recommendations, AI can drive competitive advantage. However, alongside these opportunities come significant compliance and regulatory risks. Startups often lack the resources or expertise to navigate the complex legal landscape surrounding AI, privacy, and data protection — […]
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Expert Guide, on the Risks, Real-World Insights, Prevention, and Strategic Response Ransomware has emerged as one of the most disruptive and dangerous cyber threats to businesses and critical infrastructure worldwide. This in-depth article explores the rise of ransomware targeting essential systems, why infrastructure attacks are especially damaging, real case studies, key lessons for business leaders, […]
Startups & Innovation
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept — it’s a transformative force reshaping industries across the globe. In a stunning development, AI has effectively disrupted a $5 billion industry almost overnight, leaving traditional players scrambling to adapt. This isn’t just speculation; the signs are everywhere, and the implications are profound. The Industry That […]
Digital Lifestyle
Scroll through LinkedIn, Instagram, or X (formerly Twitter), and you’ll see a familiar pattern: Being busy has become a status symbol. But beneath the aesthetics of hustle lies something more performative than productive:The rise of “fake busy” culture online. What Does “Fake Busy” Mean? “Fake busy” refers to the performative display of productivity without meaningful […]
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In an era where digital privacy is under constant pressure, ExpressVPN, a globally recognised virtual private network provider, has announced a significant milestone in security and transparency. The company recently secured multiple ISO security and privacy certifications and released a new transparency report showing that it did not disclose any user data in response to […]
In a significant move for data protection enforcement, Nigeria’s data regulator — the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) — has opened a formal investigation into Chinese‑owned e‑commerce platform Temu over potential violations of the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA). The probe centers on the platform’s handling of personal data, including online surveillance, transparency, data minimisation, […]
In today’s digital economy, users are constantly asked to make decisions about their personal data. From cookie banners to app permissions and privacy policies, consent requests have become a routine part of online interaction. While these mechanisms are designed to empower users and protect their privacy, they have also given rise to a growing phenomenon […]
Every time you browse a website, watch a video, or interact with an app, data is being collected. This data fuels one of the most powerful systems in the digital economy: targeted advertising. From personalized product recommendations to highly relevant social media ads, businesses use data to reach the right audience at the right time. […]
Every time you surf the internet, your Internet Service Provider (ISP) has the potential to see and log your activity. From websites visited to connection timestamps, ISPs collect browsing data for various purposes, including network management, legal compliance, and advertising. But how long do ISPs actually retain this information? The answer varies by country, by […]
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