In the digital economy, data is the new oil—and with it comes the growing responsibility to handle it correctly. Across the United States, privacy laws like the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and Colorado Privacy Act (CPA) are reshaping how businesses collect, use, and protect consumer data. Yet, many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are […]
(Exploring the Legal, Ethical, and Economic Implications of Data Ownership) In today’s digital economy, data is often called the new oil — but unlike oil, it’s generated by people, not machines. Every click, swipe, or search you make produces personal data that fuels billion-dollar tech ecosystems. This raises a critical question:Should personal data be treated […]
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping how we live, work, and interact online. From predictive analytics and facial recognition to autonomous systems and personalized ads, AI depends on massive data flows.But here’s the paradox — as AI grows smarter, data privacy grows weaker. In 2026, businesses, regulators, and consumers face an urgent question:Who really owns the […]
U.S. employers are increasingly monitoring staff activities for productivity and security—but where’s the line? Learn how to balance oversight with employee privacy. As remote and hybrid work redefine the modern workplace, employee monitoring has become a hot topic in the United States and globally.Companies now track everything—from work emails and keystrokes to screen time and […]
Why Compare GDPR and NDPA? The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) are two major privacy laws shaping how organizations handle personal data. GDPR: EU-wide law, effective since May 2018. NDPA: Nigeria’s first full-fledged data protection law, signed in 2023. Both laws protect individuals’ privacy and regulate companies, but […]