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HPL Games: Pioneering The Future Of Mobile Gaming With Blockchain Integration | HackerNoon

HPL Games is reshaping mobile gaming by integrating blockchain technology, enabling players greater flexibility and value through a tokenized in-game economy.
#user-privacy

ICO puts foot down on Google's planned fingerprinting change

Google plans to allow fingerprinting for users, contradicting its past stance on user privacy.
ICO is pushing back against fingerprinting, highlighting user transparency concerns.

LinkedIn has stopped grabbing U.K. users' data for AI | TechCrunch

LinkedIn has halted AI model training with U.K. user data following regulatory concerns and public backlash.

LinkedIn suspends AI training using UK user data

LinkedIn has suspended the use of UK user data for AI training following regulatory concerns about privacy and data control.

ICO puts foot down on Google's planned fingerprinting change

Google plans to allow fingerprinting for users, contradicting its past stance on user privacy.
ICO is pushing back against fingerprinting, highlighting user transparency concerns.

LinkedIn has stopped grabbing U.K. users' data for AI | TechCrunch

LinkedIn has halted AI model training with U.K. user data following regulatory concerns and public backlash.

LinkedIn suspends AI training using UK user data

LinkedIn has suspended the use of UK user data for AI training following regulatory concerns about privacy and data control.
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#crypto

MFEV Coin's Public Sale: $47.25 Million Raised | HackerNoon

MFEV Coin's public sale sold out quickly, indicating high demand and anticipation for this innovative blockchain project.

SEC Distributes $4.6M to BitClave Investors

Investors in BitClave will receive $4.6 million in restitution as part of a settlement by the SEC after allegations of securities law violations.

MFEV Coin's Public Sale: $47.25 Million Raised | HackerNoon

MFEV Coin's public sale sold out quickly, indicating high demand and anticipation for this innovative blockchain project.

SEC Distributes $4.6M to BitClave Investors

Investors in BitClave will receive $4.6 million in restitution as part of a settlement by the SEC after allegations of securities law violations.
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Start-Rite confirms customer payment breach

Start-Rite experienced a security breach involving customer payment card information, urging vigilance and immediate action from affected customers.
#data-breach

Watchdog to fine NHS IT firm 6m after medical records hack

ICO provisionally fined NHS software provider 6m over data breach affecting 80,000+ people, emphasizing need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.

Basic failures led to hack of Electoral Commission data on 40 million people | Computer Weekly

ICO reprimands Electoral Commission for basic security errors allowing Chinese hackers to access 40 million people's data.

RAC caught staff stealing and selling traffic accident data

Two former RAC employees accessed and sold personal data unlawfully.
Both received suspended sentences and community service for their actions.

'Failing to change password' led to cyber attack that leaked 280,000 people's data

Hackney Council reprimanded by ICO for failing to prevent cyber-attack, faced data breach affecting 280,000 residents due to poor security practices.

UK Electoral Commission avoids fine over 2021 intrusion

The UK's Electoral Commission faced a formal reprimand over security failings leading to a data breach affecting 40 million voters.

Council criticised by regulator over cyber attack

Hackney Council reprimanded for failing to protect against cyber attack that compromised sensitive data of 288,000 individuals.

Watchdog to fine NHS IT firm 6m after medical records hack

ICO provisionally fined NHS software provider 6m over data breach affecting 80,000+ people, emphasizing need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.

Basic failures led to hack of Electoral Commission data on 40 million people | Computer Weekly

ICO reprimands Electoral Commission for basic security errors allowing Chinese hackers to access 40 million people's data.

RAC caught staff stealing and selling traffic accident data

Two former RAC employees accessed and sold personal data unlawfully.
Both received suspended sentences and community service for their actions.

'Failing to change password' led to cyber attack that leaked 280,000 people's data

Hackney Council reprimanded by ICO for failing to prevent cyber-attack, faced data breach affecting 280,000 residents due to poor security practices.

UK Electoral Commission avoids fine over 2021 intrusion

The UK's Electoral Commission faced a formal reprimand over security failings leading to a data breach affecting 40 million voters.

Council criticised by regulator over cyber attack

Hackney Council reprimanded for failing to protect against cyber attack that compromised sensitive data of 288,000 individuals.
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#cryptocurrency

U.S. Judge Sides With SEC in Case Against Crypto Wallet Rivetz Over Sale of Unregistered Securities

Judge Mark Mastroianni ruled in favor of the SEC against Rivetz for selling unregistered securities in an ICO.

Few Days Left to Participate in WAI ICO - Biggest Meme Coin Launch of 2024?

Early buyers can still purchase $WAI tokens at a discount in the final stage of WienerAI's ICO, with high FOMO among investors for this meme coin.

The Newest Olympic Games Meme Coin ICO Nearly Raises $200k - Next 100x Crypto Presale Gem

The Meme Games (MGMES) raised nearly $200,000 since its launch, blending sports, meme culture, and gaming uniquely to gain rapid attention in the crypto community.

Top Crypto Gainers to Watch this Week - Dogecoin, Aptos, Toncoin and New Altcoin ICOs

Dogecoin (DOGE) surged by 16% amidst a crypto market correction.
Layergg highlighted Fantom (FTM), eTukTuk, Dogecoin20, and Green Bitcoin as notable altcoins.

U.S. Judge Sides With SEC in Case Against Crypto Wallet Rivetz Over Sale of Unregistered Securities

Judge Mark Mastroianni ruled in favor of the SEC against Rivetz for selling unregistered securities in an ICO.

Few Days Left to Participate in WAI ICO - Biggest Meme Coin Launch of 2024?

Early buyers can still purchase $WAI tokens at a discount in the final stage of WienerAI's ICO, with high FOMO among investors for this meme coin.

The Newest Olympic Games Meme Coin ICO Nearly Raises $200k - Next 100x Crypto Presale Gem

The Meme Games (MGMES) raised nearly $200,000 since its launch, blending sports, meme culture, and gaming uniquely to gain rapid attention in the crypto community.

Top Crypto Gainers to Watch this Week - Dogecoin, Aptos, Toncoin and New Altcoin ICOs

Dogecoin (DOGE) surged by 16% amidst a crypto market correction.
Layergg highlighted Fantom (FTM), eTukTuk, Dogecoin20, and Green Bitcoin as notable altcoins.
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#data-protection

App developers urged by ICO to protect user data| App Developer Magazine

The ICO is reminding app developers to protect users' privacy after reviewing period and fertility apps.
No serious compliance issues or evidence of harm were found in the review, but improvements can be made to ensure transparency and data security.

How do you lot feel about Pay or OK model, ICO asks Brits

ICO opens consultation on 'consent or pay' models
Importance of understanding 'consent' in 'consent or pay' models

UK's privacy watchdog takes credit for rise of 'consent or pay' | TechCrunch

The ICO's efforts to regulate data consent are leading to controversial pay-or-consent tactics by some websites.

Labour failed to respond on time to people's requests for their data, says ICO

Labour party criticized for poor response to data access requests; backlog grew post-cyberattack.

Persistent data breaches deny people with HIV dignity, privacy | Computer Weekly

Charities and healthcare organizations need to prioritize data protection and privacy for HIV positive individuals for maintaining dignity and trust.

Disgruntled ex-employees are using 'weaponized' data subject access requests to pester firms

The ICO received over 15,000 complaints regarding mishandled DSARs, with many being from disgruntled ex-employees.

App developers urged by ICO to protect user data| App Developer Magazine

The ICO is reminding app developers to protect users' privacy after reviewing period and fertility apps.
No serious compliance issues or evidence of harm were found in the review, but improvements can be made to ensure transparency and data security.

How do you lot feel about Pay or OK model, ICO asks Brits

ICO opens consultation on 'consent or pay' models
Importance of understanding 'consent' in 'consent or pay' models

UK's privacy watchdog takes credit for rise of 'consent or pay' | TechCrunch

The ICO's efforts to regulate data consent are leading to controversial pay-or-consent tactics by some websites.

Labour failed to respond on time to people's requests for their data, says ICO

Labour party criticized for poor response to data access requests; backlog grew post-cyberattack.

Persistent data breaches deny people with HIV dignity, privacy | Computer Weekly

Charities and healthcare organizations need to prioritize data protection and privacy for HIV positive individuals for maintaining dignity and trust.

Disgruntled ex-employees are using 'weaponized' data subject access requests to pester firms

The ICO received over 15,000 complaints regarding mishandled DSARs, with many being from disgruntled ex-employees.
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#privacy-regulations

Meta will go ahead with plans to use UK data for AI training

Meta will use UK Facebook and Instagram posts for AI training, facing potential regulatory conflicts with the ICO on data privacy and compliance.

U.K. publishers and the ICO still grapple with offering a 'reject all' cookies option amid revenue concerns

The ICO has warned top publishers in the UK that their cookie consent pop-ups do not meet privacy regulations.
Adding a 'reject all' option to the pop-ups could have significant financial consequences for media companies.

Meta will go ahead with plans to use UK data for AI training

Meta will use UK Facebook and Instagram posts for AI training, facing potential regulatory conflicts with the ICO on data privacy and compliance.

U.K. publishers and the ICO still grapple with offering a 'reject all' cookies option amid revenue concerns

The ICO has warned top publishers in the UK that their cookie consent pop-ups do not meet privacy regulations.
Adding a 'reject all' option to the pop-ups could have significant financial consequences for media companies.
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UK's data protection watchdog deepens cooperation with National Crime Agency

ICO and NCA collaborate to improve support for organizations facing cyber attacks, enhancing UK's cyber resilience.

CMA's latest on Google's Privacy Sandbox sparks doubt among ad execs

CMA expressed increased concerns over Google's Privacy Sandbox, citing 79 issues and collaboration with ICO to address privacy and competition challenges.

Leisure centres scrap biometric systems to keep tabs on staff amid UK data watchdog clampdown

Companies are reevaluating or discontinuing facial recognition and fingerprint scanning for staff attendance due to UK data watchdog's crackdown.
#home-office

Home Office GPS tagging of asylum seekers breaches data protection law | Computer Weekly

The Home Office received a warning for using GPS ankle tags on asylum seekers.
ICO found Home Office failed to justify the necessity of collecting and using personal data.

Home Office pilot that put ankle tags on migrants 'breached data protection law'

The Home Office pilot scheme using ankle tags breached UK data protection law due to insufficient risk assessment.
The pilot aimed to monitor migrants on immigration bail for location tracking and asylum claimant contact.

Home Office GPS tagging of asylum seekers breaches data protection law | Computer Weekly

The Home Office received a warning for using GPS ankle tags on asylum seekers.
ICO found Home Office failed to justify the necessity of collecting and using personal data.

Home Office pilot that put ankle tags on migrants 'breached data protection law'

The Home Office pilot scheme using ankle tags breached UK data protection law due to insufficient risk assessment.
The pilot aimed to monitor migrants on immigration bail for location tracking and asylum claimant contact.
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Home Office pilot that put ankle tags on migrants breached data protection law'

Home Office's ankle tag pilot for migrants breached UK data protection law
ICO issued an enforcement notice and warning to Home Office for failing to assess risks of electronic monitoring

ICO: Right to information can be protected with data safety

The U.K. Information Commissioner's Office has released guidance on data protection obligations and access to information.
The guidance aims to prevent the incorrect labeling of user content as illegal and protect against unjust removal from platforms.

DSIT asks ICO for AI strategy update

U.K. Department for Science, Innovation and Technology Secretary of State Michelle Donelan has requested an update on the ICO's AI strategy.
Organizations are seeking transparency in the steps regulators are taking to understand and respond to AI opportunities and risks.

ICO receives positive responses to browsing cookie compliance warning

38 of the top 100 U.K. websites changed their cookie banners after receiving warnings from the ICO.
Four more websites pledged to achieve compliance by the end of February.

ICO reprimands hospital after data breach

The U.K. Information Commissioner's Office reprimanded South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust after a data breach exposed a patient's appointment information.
The ICO recommended that the trust implement new procedures and provide staff training to prevent future data disclosures.

UK watchdog fines financial services biz for spamming

LADH Limited, a financial services company, has been fined £50,000 for sending over 31,000 spam text messages without valid consent.
The messages also did not provide recipients with an option to opt out, violating privacy regulations.
The ICO is cracking down on illegal direct marketing messages and urging organizations to ensure they have valid consent before contacting recipients.

ICO prompts confusion over police cloud legality | Computer Weekly

The Information Commissioner Office (ICO) has caused confusion over the legality of UK police using US-based cloud providers for sensitive law enforcement data.
The ICO is likely to approve the use of US-based cloud deployments by UK police due to an information-sharing agreement between the UK and US governments.
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