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Column: Privacy Options With Messenger Apps

Column: Privacy Options With Messenger Apps

[Column written by Bermuda’s Privacy Commissioner Alexander White] In this series, we discuss privacy topics that relate to common technology services, and privacy-enhancing options. It’s probably safe to describe WhatsApp use in Bermuda as “fairly popular.” One of the first questions I was asked when relocating was, “Do... Read more of this article

Privacy Commissioner Downloads WeHealth App

Privacy Commissioner Downloads WeHealth App

Bermuda’s Privacy Commissioner Alexander White said that his office “engaged with Government early” in the process of developing the WeHealth Bermuda Covid-19 notification app, and said that he has downloaded the app himself, as “it was developed to protect privacy along with public health. ” Commissioner White said,... Read more of this article

Column: Investing In A Privacy Programme

Column: Investing In A Privacy Programme

[Opinion column written by Alexander White] If you don’t have a privacy programme, your business is missing a trick. Privacy management programmes often seem like a sunk cost – something you must spend money on and never see a return on that investment. However, recent studies into the benefits of these programmes have shown that they will... Read more of this article

Column: How To Celebrate Data Privacy Day

Column: How To Celebrate Data Privacy Day

[Opinion column written by Alexander White] Holidays are excellent opportunities to reflect. These red-letter days, no matter their place or origin, mark important historical or religious events. When we keep these holidays, we celebrate traditions and reflect on what may have changed or stayed the same. New Year celebrations are a perfect example:... Read more of this article