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Accuweather has become a well known weather app that many people use. They have an app and an online presence that has gained traction over the years. Recently, it came to my attention that their privacy policy is less than favorable, though. I decided to take a closer look at the fine print and read their 4000 word privacy policy.
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GoFundMe has been known to help so many people with their fundraising efforts. I think almost all of us can think of an instance where someone we know was raising money for something. We may have contributed to GoFundMe once or twice,
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We are very excited to announce that Rownd is a part of the 2021 Betalab “Fix the Internet” accelerator. More
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Starbucks has become easily one of the most recognized cups of coffee across the globe. From popularizing the Frappuccino to flaunting a “secret menu”, Starbucks is a fan favorite for many. Something you may be less familiar with, though, is their privacy policy. Let’s dive in!
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You have heard of UX (user experience) and CX (customer experience) and their sisters UI (user interface) and CI (customer interface), but we we want to coin a new term: PX/PI: Privacy experience and Privacy Interface.
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Taco Bell has become an American staple over the past few decades. Many people are familiar with the Baja Blast, Crunchwrap Supreme and Doritos Locos Tacos. I would be led to say that their privacy policy isn’t as well known as their Fourth Meal specials, though.
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Our fourth episode features Gavin Blas: a former bank teller who has experience within the banking industry. He talks about how data privacy has impacted his career and the type of fraud he saw on a day to day basis. People are using different methods to scam people today than they were even just a few years ago.
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The large majority of the internet world utilizes Google and its’ search function. Every single search is recorded and Google is using that information to learn more about you.
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Our third episode features Samantha Scott: a nurse in the United States Air Force with a background in data management. She talks about how data privacy has impacted her career in the military in her current role and how it affects her day to day life.
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With the release of new technology comes inherent risk, but this one is just too risky to sweep under the carpet. On April 30, 2021, Apple released their latest gadget, the AirTag. This tracking device is a little bit bigger than the size of a quarter and can easily be attached to keys, put in your wallet or slipped in your bag. That’s right. Slipped in your bag, potentially without your consent.
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