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Debbie Reynolds, “The Data Diva” talks to Kim  Emiru, Vice President, Privacy, Sony Pictures Entertainment. We discuss the importance of considering privacy first when approaching a job, especially in multinational corporations where privacy laws and cultural expectations vary. We discuss the complexities of hiring for privacy positions and the impact of data collection on minority populations. We stress the importance of diverse viewpoints in improving businesses and the need for more opportunities for people of color in the privacy field. We also discussed the importance of privacy in the workplace and how it can impact career prospects, as well as the rise of Generative AI and the need for sensible policies and guidelines to be put in place to ensure that employees are aware of the risks and benefits of using new technologies.

We discuss the challenges of navigating the complex privacy laws in the US and the potential impact of AI on privacy legislation and the importance of being mindful about sharing information on social media, especially when it comes to children, and the upcoming changes in child privacy laws, including the California Age Appropriate Design Code. We emphasize the importance of building relationships and supporting each other in the workplace and the need for clear definitions and consistency in privacy legislation to protect individuals while making it as easy as possible for businesses to comply and her hope for Data Privacy in the future.

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Debbie Reynolds, “The Data Diva” talks to Nereida Parks, a Data Privacy, Information, and Data Governance professional Specializing in AI Ethics and Biometrics. We discuss various topics related to data privacy and data governance, emphasizing the importance of data privacy as an operational issue and not just a legal issue and the need for proper training and processes to prevent internal breaches. We also discuss the challenges and risks associated with AI initiatives, including biases and heightened privacy risks, and the importance of responsibility and ethics in developing and using these technologies. We stress the need for companies to prioritize Data Privacy and invest in proper infrastructure to protect themselves and their customers. We also discuss the importance of good data stewardship and transparency in data collection and deletion and the need to protect people's Data Privacy and prohibit the selling or profiting from people's data. We emphasize the need for consistent policies and laws that encompass all elements of Data Privacy and ethics and the difficulties of navigating different laws in different U.S. states. We also discuss the challenges of data retention and destruction, particularly in relation to Data Privacy issues and the need for proper means to destroy data that no longer has business value. We emphasize the importance of continuous learning and change management in implementing data privacy programs and other new concepts in organizations.

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Debbie Reynolds, “The Data Diva” talks to Beatrice Botti, Vice President, Chief Privacy Officer,  DoubleVerify. We discuss Beatrice's career journey and how she found the privacy industry. We also discuss the importance of privacy and the need for technical engineers to get involved in privacy projects. Beatrice also shared her personal experience of being a private person and how it has influenced her career. We discuss the challenges of providing transparency to users when they lack the necessary knowledge and the potential for unintended outcomes of AI. She also highlighted the need for more education around privacy and online security and the potential for automated decision-making to have a negative impact on people's lives. We discuss the impact of credit score drops, machine learning, and cross-border data transfers on people's lives. We agree that the Internet was built to bridge distance, not to make it greater and that federal legislation is needed to fix the issue of data transfers. We discuss the difficulty of understanding the ever-changing laws and regulations. Beatrice Botti and Debbie Reynolds discussed the importance of bridging the gap between technology and the general public to increase transparency and understanding of privacy and data protection. They also discussed using pop culture movies to help people understand privacy better, and her hope for Data Privacy in the future.

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Debbie Reynolds “The Data Diva” talks to Tom Kemp, Silicon Valley-based Entrepreneur, Seed/Angel Investor, Policy Advisor, and Author. We discuss a range of topics related to privacy and emerging technology. We discuss the difference between cybersecurity and privacy and the need for a federal privacy law that harmonizes the language and definitions of personal data. We also discuss the societal impact of data management and the need to protect civil rights, the economy, and democracy.

The conversation then turns to the urgent need for privacy rights and the challenges of protecting personal data in the age of AI and big tech. We highlight the concerns around the weaponization of data and the creation of a digital caste system and the need for laws to give people privacy rights, including the right to know what's being collected, the right to say no to collection and selling, the right to correct, and the right to delete. Finally, they discuss the broader need for the Global Privacy Control (GPC) and Universal Opt-Out signals to address consumer privacy concerns. We agree that companies should pay close attention to GPC and respect the opt-out signal to avoid potential legal issues. Additionally, we emphasize the importance of privacy practitioners ensuring that their businesses are not exposed to the risks associated with third-party pixels. We end by discussing the importance of work in addressing privacy issues, the need to communicate these issues to a wider audience, and his hope for Data Privacy in the future.

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Debbie Reynolds, “The Data Diva” talks to Swanti Handa, Privacy Product Executive, X formally known as Twitter. We discuss the importance of data responsibility and how it applies to emerging technologies like AI. Swati shares personal experiences with identity theft and online fraud that have shaped her mission toward a Data Privacy career. We emphasize the need for individuals and organizations to take responsibility for protecting user data and prioritize user-centricity and privacy in their data practices. We also discuss the limitations of de-identification and encryption in protecting privacy, the potential consequences of misusing data, and the need for transparency and user control. We explore various privacy concerns and solutions, including lack of control for end users, facial recognition technology, and privacy for young adults. We discuss the challenges faced by companies and schools when implementing emerging technologies and stressed the importance of assessing and mitigating risks and her wish for Data Privacy in the future.

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On “The Data Diva” Talks Privacy Podcast, Debbie Reynolds talks to David Hendrawirawan, Owner of  Code Ninjas, Adjunct Professor at the University of Texas at Austin, Data & AI Governance Research and Education. We discuss privacy education for future generations and the challenges of educating people about data privacy issues, particularly in K-12. We explore the potential harm of not being informed about Data Privacy issues and the need for data literacy at all levels of education and society. The lack of focus on Data Privacy in current curriculums was highlighted, and the challenges of incorporating these issues into K-12 education were discussed. The complex legal and ethical issues surrounding data scraping are explored, including the lack of strong laws and the broad use of consent. The need for limitations on what can be consented to, particularly in cases where it could potentially harm others, is emphasized. The challenges of teaching cybersecurity and coding in K-12 education is discussed. David explains that the traditional curriculum is not advanced enough in this area, and schools are struggling to keep up with basic expectations from State and Federal governments. The importance of diversity and inclusion in leadership and education is also discussed, with David sharing his experience of receiving a Diversity and Inclusion Amplifier award for his privacy and data governance class and his dream of creating a school that focuses on data literacy, AI literacy, and privacy literacy. The challenges of pursuing education and the importance of helping society are also highlighted, with David sharing his experiences of facing more rejections than acceptances in his field but remaining committed to his cause and hope for Data Privacy in the future.


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Debbie Reynolds, “The Data Diva” talks to Walter Robinson, Data Privacy Manager, Janney Montgomery Scott LLC. We discuss Walter's transition from litigation to data privacy, the importance of collaboration and communication inside organizations, and the need for comprehensive federal privacy legislation. They also discussed the implications of using AI and chatbots with corporate data. Walter Robinson and Debbie Reynolds discuss the implications of AI and data privacy, with Walter advocating for transparency from companies and people when it comes to data collection and usage. They also discussed the potential for state laws to have a ripple effect on data privacy regulations. Finally, they discussed the need for education on data privacy and the potential for federal privacy law, and his hopes for Data Privacy in the future.

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Debbie Reynolds, “The Data Diva” talks to Colby Scullion, CEO of Avantis Privacy. We discuss the issue of data brokers collecting and selling personal data, including location data, without the knowledge of the people whose data is being collected. We discuss how data brokers may employ deceptive techniques to make it difficult to opt out of their services and how some companies are taking advantage of the lack of laws around Data Privacy. We discuss how data brokers can build large profiles of people with data points that even family members may not know about, the risks of location data for businesses, the potential misuse of data by employers, and the lack of privacy regulation in the US. We discuss how politicians use data brokers to obtain data and services and how this is becoming cheaper and more concerning.
We discuss the difficulty of opting out of data sharing and the need for strong national privacy laws to protect individuals' data. We discuss the potential of a trust economy, where people can give their data to companies they trust, the need for companies to communicate with customers in plain language, and his hope for Data Privacy in the future.

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Debbie Reynolds “The Data Diva” talks to Victoria Beckman, Associate General Counsel - Security & Privacy, Shopify. We discuss the importance of pursuing one's interests and being open to new opportunities in technology fields. We also explore the complex relationship between cybersecurity and privacy, third-party risk management and compliance challenges, and the increasing importance of supply chain and cybersecurity. Additionally, we stress the importance of diversity in the tech industry and the need for representation and role models to encourage more women and people of color to enter the field. Debbie Reynolds seeks advice from Beckman on collaborating with different groups of people in a corporate environment, and Beckman shares her experience of transitioning from a law firm to a corporation. She emphasizes the importance of being approachable, explaining things in a way the receiver will understand, and putting herself in their shoes to find creative solutions. Reynolds acknowledges that Beckman is bridging the gap between the theory of the law and the mechanics and operational side of what the teams need to do, highlighting the importance of understanding the resources and tools available to achieve the desired outcome and her hope for Data Privacy in the future.

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Debbie Reynolds, “The Data Diva” talks to Isabella De Michelis, CEO and Founder, ErnieApp, Your Privacy Knowledge Manager. We discuss Data Privacy and the effects of GDPR, and the importance of striking a balance between rights and technology. Isabella's background in working for large corporations. Privacy has a geopolitical dimension, and the Europeans created the GDPR to protect data sovereignty. The US and China have different approaches to privacy regulation, with the US being more business-focused and the Chinese government having more control. The GDPR and other European regulations are designed to protect individuals' rights and allow them to monetize their data. The US is still struggling to create a federal privacy law, and companies are trying to get as much data as possible without a right to be forgotten. There is a connection between Data Privacy and competition, with access to data being the main link. Isabella discusses the implications of AI on the market, noting that it carries enormous costs and creates an unsurmountable barrier to entry for new players. She also discusses the need for governments to have a cut of the profits and for users to have the right to choose how their data is used. Finally, she proposed a two-sided policy of privacy and competition to redistribute the value created by the interaction between humans and machines and shares her hope for Data Privacy in the future.

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