Tag: Legal Consequences
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The Blurry Line Between Digital Convenience and Security in Psychotherapy
The conviction of Julius Kivimäki for mass-extorting psychotherapy patients has once again thrown a stark light on the dangers posed by digitizing sensitive health records. Kivimäki, who threatened to release sensitive therapy data unless paid, was sentenced to six years. His case is more than just a criminal justice verdict; it unveils a series of…
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The True Costs of Privacy Violations: Are FCC Fines Enough?
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has taken a noteworthy step by imposing fines totaling $200 million on several leading carriers for unauthorized sharing of user location data. This regulatory action highlights a growing concern about privacy in the digital age and the government’s role in protecting citizen data. However, many question the effectiveness of such…