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Data Breach Chronology 2.0

Introducing Data Breach Chronology 2.0

We're excited to celebrate Data Privacy Day with the launch of Data Breach Chronology 2.0.

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United States Data Breach Notification in the United States 2023 Report

We are excited to present our updated data breach notification law survey for 2023. This comprehensive resource is an essential guide for privacy-conscious consumers, researchers, policymakers, and students alike.

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Data Breach Notification in the United States and Territories

Data Breach Notification in the United States 2022 Report

Given the daily barrage of data breaches impacting consumers, Americans are increasingly demanding stronger privacy protections.

Federal Trade Commission Walks Back Messaging Around Equifax Settlement

Federal Trade Commission Walks Back Messaging Around Equifax Settlement

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently released details of its settlement agreement with Equifax concerning its 2017 data breach exposing the sensitive personal information of more than 147 million Americans.

Federal Trade Commission Releases Details of Settlement Agreement with Equifax for 2017 Data Breach

Today, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) shared details of the $425 million settlement it reached with Equifax for its 2017 data breach exposing perso

Reducing Your Risk of Identity Theft

Reducing Your Risk of Identity Theft

Others can get your personal information in many ways including

data breaches discarded documents stolen wallets/purses stolen mail phishing

While you can't always prevent identity theft, you can reduce your risk.

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