About Cyber
Who Doesn’t Have a Smart Phone?
The physical and the digital world are intersecting more and more. The growth of the Internet of Things has drastically accelerated with billions of network-connected devices in homes, offices, and on roads around the world. Driverless cars, big data analyses, and online tracking give third-parties unprecedented access to private information, and make humans increasingly redundant in operational loops. The leaps in technology continue to rise in popularity, and often the obvious dangers are ignored.
Perils That Lurk in the Cyber World
- Websites are tracking the behaviour and movements of users who have no control over being monitored.
- Even the most private individuals are monitored through advanced algorithms and pattern-matching.
- There are not many options to limit data breaches.
- A lack of privacy is becoming increasingly apparent.
- There is a drastic need for the technology sector to focus on the problem.
Consumers and Companies at Risk
Although there is not much a consumer can do about controlling their data once they opt-in to an affiliation with a company, there are protective measures they can take:
- Use software that blocks and deletes tracking cookies.
- Don’t download unnecessary apps and delete them ASAP.
- Use different passwords for different sites.
- Support pro-privacy policy groups.
Unfortunately it is even more complicated for companies to maintain digital safety. The best advice for any company is to seek help from a cyber-safety professional.
Addressing the Issues Globally