Irish data protection watchdog defends handling of social media investigations
Ireland’s data protection watchdog has defended its stance and the pace of its investigations into breaches by social media giants. Data Protection Commissioner Helen Dixon said the long-running criticisms are “becoming old news”. Ireland’s regulator of
Twitter International Puts Ireland at the Centre of New Privacy Policy
Changes to Twitter's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, which will take effect on May 18, put Ireland at the centre of the social media company's international operations. Twitter sent email to users today outlining the changes, and pointing
Data Protection Commissioner to Double its Workforce with New Dublin Office
Data Protection Commisioners Office, Portarlington (Google Streetview) The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner is planning to hire 45 people which will more than double its current staff. 18 people will be recruited 'immediately' to staff its planned new
Agree to Disagree [Podcast #39]
Michele and I don't see eye to eye on this week's podcast. Facebook introduce real-money gambling: Michele says it's just business. I think it's the end of civilisation as we know it. Well, not exactly -
