The Ultimate Guide to Data Privacy
A curated Irish edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Data Privacy.
What to know about Data Privacy
Data Privacy is an increasingly critical topic as technology advances and the volume of personal and enterprise data grows exponentially. This collection of stories explores the latest developments in data privacy across various sectors including cloud computing, AI integration, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance.
Readers will find insights into how companies and governments are navigating the delicate balance between leveraging data for innovation and maintaining strict privacy protections. Topics such as upgraded data lakehouse architectures for enhanced AI capabilities, privacy challenges in generative AI adoption, and new certifications validating mobile app security highlight the evolving landscape.
The stories also reveal the growing emphasis on responsible AI use, transparency, and ethical data governance as key pillars to safeguard sensitive information. With advances like AI-powered security tools, privacy-focused browsers, and blockchain-enhanced digital identities, organizations are increasingly prioritizing data protection to build customer trust and meet regulatory demands.
By exploring this tag, readers can stay informed on global trends, technological innovations, challenges, and strategies that define the future of data privacy in an interconnected digital world.
Irish Data Privacy News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Irish business leaders wary of AI-driven cyber risks
Almost a third of Irish business leaders say weak cyber defences are souring their view of AI, as concerns over attacks rise.
More than half of adults in Ireland would try influencing
A survey by Pure Telecom found 56% of adults in Ireland would consider influencing for income, while 82% already follow at least one creator.
Integrity360 partners with Chartered Accountants Ireland
The deal gives the institute round-the-clock threat monitoring and executive cyber oversight as it seeks to protect nearly 40,000 members and 8,600 students.
Qualcom wins Microsoft security badge amid AI concerns
The badge strengthens customer confidence as firms racing to deploy Copilot and other AI tools face tighter scrutiny over data access and governance.
Irish business leaders warm to AI, but fears persist
Concerns over jobs, security and trust still linger, even as more Irish bosses now see AI as a business opportunity, a survey found.
Storm named Orchestry's first Irish premium partner
Irish businesses using Microsoft 365 may gain tighter control over data and permissions as Storm Technology joins Orchestry's top tier.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Data Privacy
Google named Leader in IDC agentic AI platform report
Haiilo named Challenger in Gartner employee experience
Thales launches UK-hosted HSM & quantum-safe Luna 8
Security Journey launches AI training for wider workforce
ABBYY launches FineParser for enterprise AI document parsing
Featured News
Exclusive: ABBYY says AI build costs will drive buying
Enterprises could cut AI spend by up to 80% by shifting document workflows away from custom builds and into standard platforms.
Exclusive: ABBYY launches hybrid AI document models
Enterprises under pressure to curb AI risk and cost are being given a hybrid option that blends generative models with OCR and rules-based extraction.
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DocuWare prepared for launch of new interface, IDP, AI tool
Existing customers will get the redesigned platform free as DocuWare readies AI-driven document search and extraction tools for autumn.
Lumana's focus on vertical applications for AI video surveillance platform
Lumana's Principal Product Manager says its camera-agnostic AI platform is expanding beyond security into retail, healthcare and smart cities.
Expert Columns
Digital sovereignty in practice: three examples of balancing control with global reach
Cybersecurity Awareness: The Importance of Getting the Basics Right
It's time to embrace our robot overlords
AI moves fast: are you training your people to use it wisely?
Data Governance in the AI Era: Why One-Off Projects Fail
Designing for data sovereignty: Building architectures that keep control where it belongs
How to Choose the Right Email Verification API: A Buyer's Guide
The next eCommerce interface may not be a screen
Who allowed your AI agent to see that data?
While you were doomscrolling: Medusa ransomware hits 500+ victims (and your spaghetti sauce might be listening to you)
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Recent Data Privacy News
IgnoredBy mocks covert smart glasses filming in costume
Privacy fears over discreet eyewear are prompting venues to tighten rules as an anti-scam group satirises covert filming in public spaces.
LastBrowser launches open-source browser with Sidekick
Users wanting browser-based AI with tighter privacy controls can now try a free open-source option that limits what Sidekick can see.
Dayforce launches agentic HCM platform with native AI
Customers can now automate more HR tasks as Dayforce adds native AI tools designed to govern approvals, security and auditability across its platform.
Acronis warns awareness gap leaves users open to hacks
Basic cyber hygiene is still patchy, with 35% of people not backing up data regularly as phishing and AI-driven attacks keep rising.
Fortanix adds CNCF Confidential Containers support
Businesses handling sensitive AI data can now run Kubernetes workloads inside trusted execution environments with added attestation and key controls.
UK tech leaders prioritise AI hosting location in deals
Hosting location has become a top buying factor for UK technology leaders as AI raises questions over sovereignty, security and control.
BREEZIN launches screenless health bracelet on Kickstarter
The French wearable's jewellery-first design could tempt buyers who want health tracking without a smartwatch-style screen or subscription fees.
Oracle unveils Deep Trust AI Architecture for enterprises
The framework is meant to help companies control security, privacy and business rules as AI agents and generated software spread through enterprise systems.
HITRUST adds AI security tools & third-party risk updates
Businesses facing surging AI and supplier reviews now have new HITRUST tools to cut questionnaire burden and tighten certification checks.
Endor Labs adds BYOK support for AI security scans
The new option should ease approval hurdles for regulated firms that need AI code scans without handing source code to vendor-selected models.
Apple unveils 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6 AI boost
The new model boosts on-device AI and battery life as Apple tries to keep its professional laptop line ahead of rivals.
Fortinet launches AI security service for FortiGate
The cloud-delivered offering adds real-time prompt and response inspection to existing firewalls, helping firms curb shadow AI, data loss and runaway spend.
Oracle launches agentic AI tools & Deep Trust architecture
Businesses using Oracle Fusion software will get new AI tools that can act on approved tasks, while a trust framework aims to curb data and security risks.
Synology urges local control of surveillance video
Firms face greater risk of exposed footage unless they keep surveillance video and AI analytics on site, Synology says.
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Vector launches AI scenario simulator for workplace training
Nearly 1 million learners a year will get more interactive compliance training, as selected courses gain adaptive scenarios that respond in real time.
Annual pentest seen as obsolete by 90% of leaders
With software now shipping daily or faster, most leaders say periodic checks leave dangerous gaps between tests and fixes.
ABBYY launches PHOENIX Plus for document automation
Enterprises can now add generative AI to Vantage workflows as ABBYY targets harder-to-read documents while keeping data within its hosted environment.
Targa Telematics rolls out on-premise AI for developers
About 150 engineers can now use generative AI tools without sending proprietary code or data outside Targa Telematics' own systems.
Zoom launches AI tools to link chats, meetings & work
The new tools are meant to cut time lost piecing together decisions across apps, while Zoom also expects to top USD $5 billion in annual revenue this year.
Hospital network blocks patient data sent to AI tools
Hundreds of attempted uploads were stopped after the network installed endpoint controls to keep patient records out of public AI tools.
