EAGLE SCOUT | ISSUE NO. 24-03

NEWS | New study reveals insights about kids’ evolving perspectives on digital privacy

2 Feb 2024

UNITED STATES - PRIVO, a company focused on minors' digital privacy, teamed up with Smarty Pants, a youth research firm, to host the PRIVO Children's Digital Privacy Summit in Los Angeles. A research presented during the event highlighted kids' varying levels of understanding of online privacy, alongside a common tendency to bypass age restrictions on digital platforms. READ MORE

NEWS | How AI can enhance teen safety and privacy on social media

2 Feb 2024

GLOBAL - Research indicates that while social media poses risks for teens, they also find peer support through direct messaging. To enhance user protection, social media platforms should implement measures that safeguard privacy and autonomy online. Issues like bullying, harassment and mental health challenges have prompted calls for action. READ MORE

NEWS | Rise of inappropriate content on social media poses risk to children's privacy

12 Feb 2024

UNITED STATES - A recent study by Integral Ad Science shows a significant rise in inappropriate online content, posing risks to children's safety and privacy. Brands face pressure as consumers demand appropriate content alongside ads, with calls for stricter regulations to tackle issues like hate speech and misinformation spreading online. READ MORE

NEWS | University suspends Deputy Vice- Chancellor following data breach

12 Feb 2024

SOUTH AFRICA – The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) has suspended its deputy vice-chancellor after a major data breach in December 2023, leading to the theft of numerous records. The incident has caused alarm in the academic community and raised concerns about the university's data protection measures. The suspension came after notable criticisms of his handling of the breach. READ MORE

NEWS| NPC expands data privacy education

12 Feb 2024

PHILIPPINES - The National Privacy Commission (NPC) is stepping up its efforts to educate Filipinos on data privacy amid cyberattacks on government websites. Their plans include creating a foundational course to train professionals. According to the agency, it aims to democratize access to privacy education and release course materials before Privacy Awareness Week in May. READ MORE