EAGLE SCOUT | ISSUE NO. 23-17

FEATURE |Protect your privacy as you head back to school

3 Sep 2023

Heading off to school is a major shift. Managing your online presence becomes crucial as you are now accountable for your actions. To maintain safety and privacy, here are some essential tips for navigating the online world with confidence. READ MORE

NEWS | Highgate Wood School delays school term after cyberattack

1 Sep 2023

UNITED STATES - Parents were informed that the Highgate Wood School experienced a cyberattack that blocked the school's access to its systems. As a result, the start of the school's term has been postponed by several days. Headteacher, Patrick Cozier, assured parents that, after conducting investigations, they are highly confident that none of their data has been compromised. READ MORE

NEWS |Brazil commences consultation on increased data privacy regulations

6 Sep 2023

BRAZIL – The Brazilian National Data Protection Agency (ANPD) launched two public consultations on data regulation meant in order to inform its legal guidelines. The first focused on international data transfers, and proposed guidelines and obligations. The second addressed the data protection law’s legitimate interest base, and aimed to provide clarity and assessment tools. READ MORE

NEWS | South Africa’s privacy watchdog probes data breaches at credit bureaus

8 Sep 2023

SOUTH AFRICA - The South African Information Regulator is nearing the conclusion of its investigation into the widely publicized 2022 TransUnion data breach. Established in 2016, the regulator is responsible for enforcing compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, which involves holding entities responsible for breaches that jeopardize the security of individuals' private information. READ MORE

NEWS | Digital Pinoys demands investigation on 'text spam' by motorcycle taxi service

12 Sep 2023

PHILIPPINES – The organization, Digital Pinoys, is calling for an investigation by the National Telecommunications and National Privacy Commission into alleged spam texts from Move It, a Grab-owned motorcycle taxi company, citing intrusions into their privacy. It seeks an explanation as to how Move It was able to obtain riders' numbers without the latter’s consent. READ MORE