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Smart TV – Smart Idea?

the same item year after year: an upgrade of the good old TV.Bigger screen, better resolution, and of course, smart features. But is a Smart TV actually a smart idea? In this post, I’d like to explain why Smart TVs are not such a smart idea from a data security and privacy perspective, and why […]

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“Delete File” Sounds Simple – But It Isn’t

Many people believe that a file is completely gone as soon as it’s moved to the recycle bin and the bin is emptied. In reality, this usually only removes the reference to the file in the file system. The actual data remains on the storage medium – and will stay there until it is eventually […]

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Protect Your Data: Exercising Your Rights Against Privacy Violations

Protecting personal data is more important than ever, as many digital business models rely on collecting personal information. You may have experienced your data being shared or processed without your consent. The good news: the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) provides numerous ways to fight back. While enforcement can sometimes seem challenging, the GDPR helps […]