EAGLE SCOUT | ISSUE NO. 24-05

NEWS | Carteret County recognized nationally for student data privacy efforts

13 Mar 2024

UNITED STATES - The Carteret County Public School system was awarded a national recognition by the Consortium for School Networking for their efforts in safeguarding student data. The award acknowledges the district's commitment to strong privacy policies and practices, and assesses various aspects including leadership, business practices, data security, professional development, and classroom policies. READ MORE

FEATURE | Data privacy advocates wary of shortcomings in school surveillance tech

5 Mar 2024

GLOBAL - Student data privacy experts caution school leaders about deceptive marketing by Edtech companies offering surveillance technologies. Despite concerns about school safety, Chad Marlow of the ACLU advises schools to rely on data rather than exaggerated narratives of fear, particularly given the disproportionate impact of surveillance on marginalized students. READ MORE

NEWS | Israeli Universities targeted in supply chain cyberattack campaign

13 Mar 2024

ISRAEL - Iranian hacktivists have targeted Israeli universities by exploiting vulnerabilities in a local technology provider's systems, gaining access to university data including student information. The attack began around November 2023 and was facilitated by weak access controls and authentication measures. READ MORE

FEATURE | Parental Guidance: Nurturing social media literacy in children

13 Mar 2024

GLOBAL – Aware of the potential long-term consequences of public messages, many parents monitor their children's electronic communications to ensure they're responsible online. This monitoring is seen as a gradual release of responsibility where guidance evolves into independence over time, tailored to the child's development. READ MORE

NEWS| Privacy issues of Generative AI

14 Mar 2024

GLOBAL - The AI debate is shifting towards privacy concerns, with critics highlighting how large language models gather personal data without consent. Businesses are cautious about employees using AI tools due to potential data leaks, while lawsuits against tech companies allege privacy law violations. For experts, AI exacerbates existing privacy issues. Thus, the need for stronger regulations. READ MORE