The article from Harvard Business Review posits that privacy and cybersecurity are increasingly intersecting, leading to a convergence that makes it practical for organizations to consider combining these two functions (Burt, 2019). I agree with the author on this point. The rationale is that data protection laws such as the GDPR have broadened the definition of personal data and implemented stringent rules for handling it, which inherently include securing it against unauthorized access or breaches.
An example supporting this idea is the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union. This regulation not only mandates how personal data should be handled but also requires companies to implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure a level of security appropriate to the risk. Thus, organizations subject to this regulation must integrate their privacy policy frameworks with their data security infrastructure to ensure compliance.
As for my personal use of social media, I approach it with great caution due to privacy concerns. Being a private person by nature, I’ve found I don’t need to make significant changes to my social media use because my engagement on these platforms is minimal. My natural inclination to share sparingly serves as a protective barrier against many of the privacy issues rampant on social media platforms. Nevertheless, this doesn’t mean I’m immune to the risks.
Recent real-time events, such as data breaches and the misuse of personal data by social media companies, have only reinforced my cautious stance. For instance, the Cambridge Analytica scandal highlighted the potential for personal data to be used in ways that users did not explicitly consent to. Even when one is cautious with their personal data, third-party actions can still lead to privacy violations. Therefore, my limited use of social media is both a personal preference and a conscious decision, influenced by the evolving landscape of privacy concerns.
Reference
Burt, A. (2019). Privacy and cybersecurity are converging. Here’s why that matters for people and for companies. Harvard Business Review.