It’s 2020. And the Cambridge Analytica story? It’s growing… | Make Me Smart #145 | Brittany Kaiser
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Data Rights
The conversation around data management rights highlights the evolving landscape of privacy and control over personal information. notes that in California, individuals now have the right to request companies delete their data, a significant step in data privacy 1. This legislative change reflects a growing awareness and demand for consumer rights in the digital age. emphasizes the challenge of informing the public about these rights, as many consumers remain unaware of their power to control personal data 2.
Legislation Trends
Recent trends in privacy legislation, particularly in California, are setting a precedent for data protection laws across the United States. explains that while federal legislation may take time, California's laws are paving the way with measures like the $10 million assistance fund to help companies comply with new regulations 3. She also highlights the digital literacy crisis, where many people struggle to discern the nature of content on social media, exacerbating the spread of disinformation 4.
The biggest threat to our democracy is domestic, not foreign.
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This underscores the importance of both legislative action and public education in safeguarding democracy.