Data protection in 2026 will be defined by three converging forces: rapid AI adoption, emerging cryptographic standards (post-quantum crypto), and more aggressive regulatory frameworks worldwide. Expect faster enforcement, tighter rules around AI and sensitive inferences, increasing zero-trust adoption, and a continued arms race with ransomware actors — but with signs of shifting attacker economics. Organizations […]
E-commerce continues to reshape how Americans shop, share data, and interact with brands. But as online shopping grows, so do concerns about how companies collect, store, and use consumer data. With stricter regulations, rising consumer expectations, new privacy technologies, and evolving cyber threats, the future of consumer privacy in US e-commerce will look significantly different […]
Phishing remains one of the most pervasive cyber threats today. Despite advances in technology, human beings remain the weakest link. Why do so many people, even those well‑versed in security practices, still fall for phishing links? The answer lies deep in our psychology. Attackers exploit emotional triggers, cognitive biases, social influence, and mental shortcuts to […]
Modern internet users love anything free — eBooks, tools, templates, giveaways, access to exclusive communities, and discount coupons.But here’s the dark truth: Every “free” form you fill is designed to take something far more valuable than your money — your personal data. From your full name to your phone number, location, browsing behavior, and even […]