EAGLE SCOUT | ISSUE NO. 24-11
04 Jul 2024 | University Data Protection Office
NEWS | China mandates CCTV cameras in schools’ hidden areas to combat bullying
1 Jun 2024
CHINA - China will install surveillance cameras in primary and secondary schools to prevent bullying and campus violence. This comes after recent tragic bullying cases sparked public outrage. The decision has received mixed reactions. Some believe it will help monitor secluded areas, while others think bullying will just move off-campus. READ MORE
NEWS | State Superintendent assures student privacy won’t diminish
7 Jun 2024
UNITED STATES - A new parental bill of rights in Washington allows parents to review school materials and medical records and opt children out of certain assignments. State Superintendent Chris Reykdal insists, however, that, despite the law, student privacy rights under federal law will not be reduced. The law has faced backlash and a lawsuit from LGBTQ+ groups and the ACLU. READ MORE
NEWS | LA School Board probing potential major data breach
8 Jun 2024
UNITED STATES - The LA Unified School District is investigating a possible major data breach after a hacker offered student and staff information for sale online. The data included sensitive details like Social Security Numbers and addresses. The district, which serves over half a million students, faced a ransomware attack in 2020, raising concerns about the security of the information being sold. READ MORE
NEWS | Toyota and Robinsons Land confirm data breaches
6 Jun 2024
MANILA - Toyota and Robinsons Land have confirmed data breaches in their companies, which are now being reviewed by the National Privacy Commission (NPC). Robinsons Land reported the breach on June 1, and Toyota notified on May 14. The NPC is actively monitoring the situation and has stressed that companies must report breaches promptly and inform affected individuals. READ MORE
FEATURE | Trends in cyber and data privacy insurance amid rising regulations
13 Jun 2024
UNITED STATES - The cyber and data privacy insurance market is facing challenges due to increasing cyber threats and expanding regulations. New rules like the U.S. SEC's requirement for quick disclosure of cyber incidents are raising costs and risks for companies. These changes highlight the need for adequate cyber insurance coverage, but obtaining it is also becoming more complex. READ MORE
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