A major cybersecurity incident has raised fresh concerns about the safety of personal data in the global travel industry. European rail service provider Eurail has confirmed that customer data stolen in a recent breach is now being sold on dark web marketplaces. The exposed data may include highly sensitive personal information such as names, travel […]
Genetic testing has surged in popularity over the past decade. Millions of Americans have mailed saliva samples to companies such as 23andMe and AncestryDNA to learn about their ancestry, health risk factors, and family connections. But as genetic testing becomes mainstream, serious concerns have arisen over the privacy and security of genetic information collected by […]
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 […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming economies and industries globally, and Africa is no exception. From fintech and healthcare to agriculture and education, AI-powered applications are accelerating innovation. However, rapid adoption raises complex questions about safety, ethics, accountability, privacy, and fairness. Unlike Europe’s GDPR or the United States’ sectoral approach, AI regulation in Africa remains early, […]