Companies who collect and use your information commonly state in their privacy policies that they are “committed to your privacy.” These notices are important and, when companies take steps to protect your privacy and data security, can form the basis of your trust in them. We know from our own personal relationships that we build […]

As we live through the social media boom, it’s not uncommon to feel an overwhelming societal pressure to exchange our privacy for a greater sense of connectivity and openness. The idea that we’re living in a post-privacy age, that transparency in all things is virtuous, and that the greatest good lies in sharing intimate details […]

Discussions over privacy shouldn’t be reserved for academics, national security experts and online marketers. Do you ever feel unqualified to speak up on issues of data security and privacy rights? Ordinary people may feel uneasy about voicing concerns over major privacy issues, as if the debate itself required special clearance or credentials. The tide is […]

Last week I attended the 99U conference in NYC. Held at Lincoln Center, the two-day session is billed as “a one-of-a-kind live experience fully devoted to exploring the mechanics of idea execution.” Comprised of main stage talks from the world’s leading creative visionaries, the conference also offers master classes and studio sessions aimed at delivering […]