EAGLE SCOUT | ISSUE NO. 23-14

NEWS: Missent email exposed names of vulnerable children

18 Jul 2023

NEW ZEALAND – Te Whatu Ora Southern issued an apology after an email containing information about vulnerable children was mistakenly sent to a parents’ group, exposing the children’s names and contact emails. The email, intended for internal staff only, was inviting recipients to a pediatric seminar. The center is taking steps to improve privacy practices and will undergo additional privacy training. READ MORE

NEWS: Gaming group seeks FTC approval to use age-scanning tool to comply with COPPA

20 Jul 2023

UNITED STATES –A video game industry group has applied for Federal Trade Commission (FTC) approval to use a face-scanning tool to determine a person's age and comply with Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). The tool will use selfies to estimate age and gain parental permission before collecting children's personal information. READ MORE

FEATURE: Questions to ponder on when choosing the right Ed Tech

27 Jul 2023

With the rapid growth of the edtech industry, a wide array of products are now being marketed to educational institutions. However, there is no mandatory process to verify if such products work as advertised or protect sensitive student information. The article poses the critical questions to ask when assessing whether an ed tech can ensure its users’ privacy and security. READ MORE

NEWS: Students notified of a data breach involving the school’s health care provider

28 Jul 2023

CANADA – Gallivan, a health care provider of the University of Guelph, informed students about a data breach that occurred through a third-party security company. The breach, discovered in March 2023, involved the exposure of student ID, names, and dates of birth. Gallivan is offering credit monitoring and identity theft protection to affected students. READ MORE

NEWS: Amazon settles $25 Million fine for alleged violations of children's online privacy

28 Jul 2023

UNITED STATES – Amazon has agreed to a $25 million civil penalty to settle alleged violations of the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and other regulations by its voice assistant service, Alexa. Among other things, the company is accused of deceptive practices, the retention of children's voice recordings, and a failure to provide complete and truthful notice to parents. READ MORE