Today is Data Privacy Day. We’ve been posting all week about this important day the reminds us to safeguard our data. This day is also about raising awareness within the business sector to honor privacy best practices. This week we’ve had an introduction from our Chief Privacy Officer Ginger Armbruster, we’ve given you tips regarding your privacy, and tips to help with security.
This week Seattle Channel has produced a CityStream episode to mark the importance of Data Privacy Day.
Here’s a description: Cybercrime is a worldwide scourge, costing businesses and consumers billions of dollars each year. If you aren’t taking measures to protect sensitive data, you’re at risk. Many people believe hackers will attack someone else. Guess what? You may be that someone someday. Last year alone, 421 billion data records were stolen. One group going after the thieves is Microsoft’s Digital Crimes Unit. We go inside its Cybercrime Center, where the team pursues criminals across the globe. It’s a great example of private-sector expertise helping the public. We also offer some tips to help protect your privacy. Linda Byron reports.
Watch CityStream: Protecting Your Privacy
