Robert Bateman - Page 13
Post-graduate law degree, CIPP/E from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP). Privacy and Data Protection Research Writer at TermsFeed.
Robert is a freelance writer covering privacy, data protection, security, and AI. He is a respected voice on privacy and has covered been writing, researching, and leading conversations in the field since 2017. Throughout his career, Robert has interviewed some of the leading figures in privacy, including Max Schrems and Johnny Ryan. He has worked with dozens of high-profile privacy professionals and campaigners and has written about almost every aspect of data protection. Robert earned a post-graduate law degree in 2019 and a CIPP/E from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) in 2021. His 2019 research on the compatibility of the UK's "immigration exemption" in the Data Protection Act 2018 and the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) won the DMH Stallard Prize for Best Project.
The CCPA/CPRA's "Business to Business" Exemption: AB 1355
The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA (CPRA)) has attracted some criticism from businesses due to its extensive definition of personal information. The broad definition of "consumer" covers all California residents, including those acting as representatives of their employers. This has significant implications for businesses that provide products and services to other...
CCPA (CPRA): What Constitutes a "Sale" of Personal Information?
The main purpose of the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA) is to enable consumers to opt out of the sale of their personal information. However, there was a lot of debate about what constitutes a "sale" of personal information. Given the serious consequences of violating the CCPA (CPRA), this ambiguity is a...
IT Security Policy
As your company grows, it will handle increasing amounts of personal and sensitive information. As you bring on new staff and expand your operations, you'll acquire more and more devices, software, and network infrastructure. It's easy to lose track of your IT equipment, which can lead to data breaches and misuse...
Work-From-Home Data Security Checklist for Your Employees
The COVID-19 pandemic has prompted big changes in how companies operate. Remote working may be mandatory for some time. Even once restrictions ease off, you may find that your employees wish to continue working from home. Working remotely has many advantages, but also presents a risk to the security and confidentiality of...
CCPA/CPRA: What Constitutes "Sharing for Business Purposes"
Many businesses are worried about the CCPA/CPRA's broad definition of "selling" personal information. Under the CCPA (CPRA), "selling" personal information includes sharing it for any "valuable consideration" (benefit). A lot of routine business activities could fall under this definition. However, there's an important exception. The definition of "selling" specifically excludes using...
Privacy, Cybersecurity, and Your Remote Employees
As businesses are increasingly working remotely, cybercriminals have been quick to take advantage of the vulnerable and unprepared. The FBI has warned of a surge in COVID-19-related cyberattacks. Cybersecurity companies claim that malware and phishing scams are on the rise. Workers accustomed to face-to-face meetings might be finding it difficult to...