In 2025, Privacy by Design (PbD) is no longer a buzzword—it’s a requirement. With stricter regulations like the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) in the US, the EU’s GDPR, and the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA 2023), businesses across the globe are under growing pressure to embed privacy and security directly into their technology […]
how vulnerable critical healthcare systems remain in the face of rising ransomware attacks and data breaches worldwide The UK’s National Health Service (NHS) has confirmed a major cyberattack that led to the exposure of over 100,000 patient records. The breach, discovered earlier this month, raises serious concerns about healthcare cybersecurity and patient data protection in […]
The UK government has announced plans to roll out a mandatory digital ID scheme, nicknamed “Britcard,” by 2029. The proposal would require citizens to store critical personal data — such as photos, birthdates, and residency details — directly on their smartphones. While officials argue the move will streamline identity verification, reduce fraud, and modernize public […]
A recent cyberattack on Kido International, a private nursery group operating 18 branches across Greater London, has raised alarm in the UK and beyond. The personal data of around 8,000 children — including names, photos, addresses, and family contact details — was stolen by a notorious ransomware group. This incident highlights the growing risks of […]
NDPC Boss Emphasizes Data Protection as Key to Building Trust in Government Digital Services Abuja, Nigeria — September 2025: The National Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr. Vincent Olatunji, has stressed the importance of data protection and privacy compliance as a foundation for building citizen trust in government […]