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Privacy watchdog gets greater powers to curb spam and cold calls

Information Commissioner's Office will be able to fine companies heavily if they break the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations

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Solicitor offers help to people affected by Sony data breaches

Law firm ready to help Sony UK customers after users' data was stolen from the company's Online Entertainment and Playstation Networks databases

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Can I change which Facebook apps can access my personal data?

Cut out intrusive apps from your Facebook account

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Online ticket sales under scrutiny

A recent court case has reminded consumers and websites that they need to check the terms and conditions of tickets carefully to avoid legal action

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Privacy expert seeks judicial review to overturn BT-Phorm decision

Privacy activist Alex Hanff is to continue the fight as Crown Prosecution Service decides not to prosecute BT over its use of the Webwise behavioural monitoring software

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ICO calls for action as online privacy issues get more challenging

As more personal data is collected, protecting people online becomes harder, said the Information Commissioner, who is hosting a seminar to discuss solutions

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Play.com email spam links customers to malware

A security breach at Play.com has resulted in personal data being leaked

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European privacy laws 'should apply to Facebook and Twitter'

US social networking sites should adhere to EU privacy laws regardless of where the sites are based, says EU Commissioner at Privacy Platform meeting

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ICO provides help for consumers confused about Wifi security

Privacy watchdog Yougov survey shows four in 10 consumers still don't understand wireless privacy settings, leading to unsecured networks

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Government proposes new privacy watchdog to monitor CCTV

Surveillance Camera Commissioner would enforce a code of practice, says the Home Office, as it publishes consultation document

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Is Safer Internet Day a pointless exercise in scaremongering?

Safer Internet Day misses the mark, the media follows suit

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Safer Internet Day raises awareness of staying safe when using the web

Advice and opinion on internet security can be found on the UK Safer Internet Centre website and radio service, which is broadcasting until 9pm today

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