Purpose limitation is one of the most important principles under the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA). It defines how organisations should collect, use, and process personal data in a lawful and controlled manner. In simple terms, purpose limitation means personal data must only be collected for specific, clear, and legitimate reasons, and must not be […]
Social media platform Reddit is continuing to face major regulatory pressure after UK privacy authorities imposed a massive £14.47 million fine over failures linked to children’s data protection and online safety. The UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) said Reddit unlawfully processed the personal data of children under 13 and failed to implement effective age-verification systems […]
Global beauty giant Estée Lauder has agreed to a multimillion-dollar settlement following a data breach that exposed sensitive customer information, raising fresh concerns about data protection in consumer brands. The proposed settlement, valued at approximately CAD $1.515 million, aims to resolve claims linked to two separate data incidents that occurred in 2023. What Happened The […]
A major data protection failure at Fidelity Investments has resulted in a $1.25 million regulatory fine after sensitive personal data of tens of thousands of individuals was exposed. The breach, which affected approximately 77,000 people, has raised serious concerns about cybersecurity practices in the financial sector and the handling of highly sensitive information. What Went […]
Email spam is one of the oldest digital annoyances, yet in 2026 it has evolved into something more dangerous and deceptive. While most users believe that clicking “unsubscribe” is a safe way to stop unwanted emails, cybersecurity experts now warn that unsubscribing from suspicious emails can sometimes increase spam, phishing attempts, and even data exploitation. […]
