NEWS | Parents asked to take measures for student security due to breach
16 Nov 2023
US – Officials at the Beaverton School District notified parents about a significant data breach that affected various student platforms. With student credentials potentially compromised, parents and students have been advised to download all necessary documents before locking their respective accounts. There is a plan to reset student Chromebooks to address the security incident. READ MORE
NEWS | EU Lawmakers propose new legislation to prevent online child sexual abuse
25 Nov 2023
BELGIUM – European Union lawmakers are working on a draft law seeking to prevent the online circulation of sexually explicit content involving minors. Internet providers will be required to assess the risk of their services being used for child sexual abuse and to take mitigating measures while excluding end-to-end encrypted material from detection to avoid generalized monitoring. READ MORE
NEWS | Stanford faces criticism over campus surveillance initiatives
27 Nov 2023
US – Stanford University is implementing a new security project, installing 240 new cameras yearly to enhance student safety. The cameras have already captured criminal activities, but some students feel uneasy about increased surveillance. Student groups are calling for a halt to camera installation, expressing concerns about potential discrimination and the impact on marginalized communities. READ MORE
NEWS | Data leak from Indian school apps raises concerns about child safety
28 Nov 2023
INDIA – Apps developed by Indian IT company have reportedly exposed user data due to a system misconfiguration. The leaked data includes students’ names, parents’ names, pictures, birth certificates, addresses, and phone numbers. Cybersecurity researchers raised concerns about physical harm, the impersonation of school officials, and the potential for physical risk to children. READ MORE
PHILIPPINES – The National Privacy Commission (NPC) plans to launch a caravan in 2024 to teach children in the Philippines about data privacy and online safety. NPC emphasizes the responsibility to provide Filipino children with knowledge for navigating the online world safely. The initiative includes a Kabataang Digital (KD) Regional Caravan and a Young Privacy Advocates Summit, expecting over 1,000 participants nationwide. READ MORE
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