Since 2004, nearly $4.5 million has been allocated to more than 100 initiatives under the Program. Those are positive indicators, yet they pale in number, significance and seeming impact when compared with developments that undermine online privacy and security.
by Lee Rickwood
Whether you carry a cell phone or not, whether you wear the newest watch tech or not, public payphones have an on-going value, beyond being one of the last examples of shared social consciousness and communal convenience.
by Lee Rickwood
Even if you think you know how much the Web knows about you, you will be astonished by what is revealed in this series.
by Lee Rickwood
Canadians are amng the world’s leading consumers of Internet and cell services, but companies that deliver the goods to us have more work to do in terms of being open and respectful about service contracts, monthly fees and consumer privacy.
by Lee Rickwood
It’s good that development companies are aware that some of the tools they are creating can be used for, well, purposes other than intended.
by Lee Rickwood
Tech tools for school can increase students’ understanding about how they learn – as much as what they’re learning – and be a boost to further education, college and career success. Those tools can also be a threat to personal privacy and security online.
By Lee Rickwood
Regulations for the safe and responsible operations of remotely piloted aircraft for both commercial and amateur must address safety and privacy matters; some say they should go beyond the requirements of Transport Canada.
by Lee Rickwood
A new cyber-safety program for kids offers tips on how to keep personally identifiable information (PII) private – they surely need ’em.
By Lee Rickwood