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The Independent
09-06-2025
- Business
- The Independent
Dale Vince's High Court claim against Daily Mail publisher thrown out
Green energy industrialist Dale Vince's High Court claim against the publisher of the Daily Mail has been thrown out by a judge. Mr Vince brought legal action against Associated Newspapers Limited (ANL) over an article headlined ' Labour repays £100,000 to sex pest donor', published in June 2023. The story reported that the Labour Party was handing back money to donor Davide Serra with a picture showing Mr Vince holding a Just Stop Oil banner. This picture, published in print and on The Mail+ app, was changed to one of Mr Serra online 47 minutes after publication, while the original picture of Mr Vince remained in the print version. An employment tribunal in 2022 heard Mr Serra had made sexist comments to a female colleague which were found to amount to unlawful harassment related to sex. Mr Vince claimed ANL misused his personal data and that the publication of his photograph with this story would lead readers to believe he had been accused of sexual harassment. ANL had defended the claim, with its lawyers previously telling the High Court in London that it was an abuse of process and a 'resurrection' of a libel claim that was dismissed last year. In a judgment on Monday, a High Court judge threw out the data protection claim. Mr Justice Swift said: 'There is no real prospect that Mr Vince will succeed on his claim. 'As in the defamation proceedings, it is accepted that on reading the text of the article published in Mail+ and the Daily Mail any ordinary reader would very quickly realise that Mr Vince was not being accused of sexual harassment. 'Considered on this basis the personal data relating to Mr Vince was processed fairly.' He said there was 'every reason' why the data protection claim should have been heard with the defamation claim last year. 'Both claims arose out of the same event, the publication of the article in Mail+ and the Daily Mail,' he added. 'Both claims rely on the same factual circumstances, namely the juxtaposition of the headline, photographs and caption, and the contention that the combination of the headline and the photograph created the misleading impression that Mr Vince had been accused of sexual harassment.'
The Guardian
06-06-2025
- Business
- The Guardian
Shopper put on Facewatch watchlist after dispute over 39p of paracetamol
A London woman has made a data complaint after discovering she had been put on a facial recognition camera watchlist at a Home Bargains store after a dispute over 39p worth of paracetamol. She learned of her entry on a database of banned customers when a member of staff at the store in Grove Farm retail park, in Chadwell Heath, asked her to leave and directed her attention to a Facewatch sign. Facewatch is a facial recognition system used by retailers to identify and deter shoplifters by analysing CCTV footage and comparing faces to a private database of known offenders. It triggers an alert to staff when a match is made by the software. Stores including Asda, Budgens, Sports Direct and Costcutter have used the technology, despite privacy campaigners arguing that the surveillance infringes the rights of shoppers. The 62-year-old woman, who has lost the confidence to go shopping on her own since the incident, according to her family, has made a complaint to the Information Commissioner's Office on the grounds that the Data Protection Act requires there to be a 'substantial public interest' for the processing of biometric data to be lawful. 'She's really struggling because even to go into Tesco she gets really stressed thinking 'or am I allowed? Would they kick me out?',' her daughter said. The woman from Romford, who has asked not to be named, had first visited the Home Bargains store with her daughter on 25 April to buy some products for an upcoming wedding. She picked up two packets of paracetamol and asked her daughter to pay for them while she went on ahead to Lidl next door. 'Mum has got this habit. She's got a few illnesses, but every time she goes to a shop she always buys paracetamol,' her daughter said. 'We always laugh at her that 'you are always stocking up'.' According to the complaint to the ICO, as she went to the exit 'she was accused by staff of theft, had her bag searched, and her own personal paracetamol (which she carries regularly) was confiscated'. She denied taking the paracetamol but was in a rush and so 'left the shop and she thought nothing of it', her daughter said. She had no idea that her name had been added to the watchlist until she returned with her two sons and daughter-in-law to the shop on 30 May to buy some snail repellent. She was allegedly asked to leave by a member of staff, whose offer of explanation was to point her to a Facewatch sign that was initially covered up. She 'later discovered that, based solely on this disputed and minor allegation, Home Bargains had added her biometric data to a Facewatch watchlist', it is claimed. The complaint goes on: 'To be clear: [she] did not steal the paracetamol during the first visit. The allegations by Home Bargains are false. However, even taking Home Bargains' allegations at face value, their – and Facewatch's – biometric processing was clearly not in the substantial public interest. 'The watchlist entry was created and acted upon in order to apprehend someone supposedly guilty of (on one occasion) stealing goods valued at less than £1. It is scarcely possible to imagine a less serious 'offender'.' The ICO separately investigated Facewatch in 2023 and asked for a series of changes. According to the new complaint, that investigation 'resulted in Facewatch being required to focus on 'repeat offenders or individuals committing significant offences''. Alex Lawrence-Archer, a solicitor at the data rights firm AWO, who is acting for the woman, said: 'This case shows that people can be added to the biometric watchlist for the most minor suspected offence, without being properly informed, and without having the chance to tell their side of the story.' Madeleine Stone, a senior advocacy officer at Big Brother Watch, which is supporting the woman, said there was no 'due process' to the addition of names to watchlists at retailers. She said: 'The government must urgently step in and stop retailers from subjecting shoppers to this Orwellian and discriminatory technology.' A Facewatch spokesperson said: 'Facewatch exists to help retailers prevent crime and protect their employees in a way that is lawful, proportionate and respectful of individual rights at a time when shoplifting in England and Wales has reached a record 516,971 offences, and incidents of violence and abuse against retail workers have surged to more than 2,000 per day. 'It would be inappropriate to comment on this matter while a legal process remains ongoing and, notwithstanding that, Facewatch would not be able to disclose personal data about an individual or the facts of any individual case. Facewatch is committed to transparency, accuracy, and upholding the highest standards of data protection and public reassurance and our technology and processes remain fully compliant with UK data protection legislation and latest regulatory guidance.' A spokesperson for TJ Morris, the owner of Home Bargains, declined a request for comment.
BBC News
25-05-2025
- General
- BBC News
Wales' papers: Benefits cut rethink call and 100 days in prison
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Zawya
07-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Nigeria: NDPC signs MoU with Mastercard to consolidate data protection capacity
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mastercard to consolidate data protection capacity in Nigeria. The MoU was signed by the two organisations at a one-day workshop organised for 150 Data Protection Officers (DPO) on providing hands-on practical training on Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA). Under the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA), Section 28, DPIA is defined as a process designed to identify the risks and impacts of the envisaged processing of personal data. The DPIA comprised of a systemic description of an envisaged processing and its purpose, the assessment of the risks to the rights and freedom of data subjects, among other requirements. Dr Vincent Olatunji, National Commissioner, NDPC, in his remarks said that the workshop was scheduled for the 8th edition of the Network of African Data Protection Authorities (NADPA) conference scheduled for this week. Olatjnji also said that the federal government was committed to increasing the number of certified DPOs with the required skills to manage data protection. He noted that the capacity building would be beneficial to both Nigeria and Mastercard, adding that the country had tech-savvy youths who were digital natives ready to explore. 'Human capital is really key to us and the ecosystem we are regulating is very special, it is still new, still emerging and we need all we can to build the capacity of officers. 'We want to build the capacity of our people so we can be able to deliver on our mandate and fully deepen privacy in Nigeria. 'We are targeting to build the capacity of 250,000 DPOs annually and we are working with partners like Mastercard to achieve that,' he said. He urged the participants to leverage the opportunity, adding that the ecosystem was evolving. The commission, early in the year, started the training of 500 DPOs to bridge the gap in deficit. Mr Derek Ho, Deputy Chief Privacy Officer, AI and Data Responsibility, Mastercard, said that sharing ideas would ensure trust in the digital economy era. Copyright © 2022 Nigerian Tribune Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Associated Press
29-04-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
GhangorCloud Announces Partnership with Array Networks to Defend Enterprises Against Malicious Insider/Outsider Attacks
Application Delivery Networking Leader Teams with GhangorCloud to Strengthen Security Readiness SAN JOSE, CA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 / / -- GhangorCloud, a leading provider of intelligent information security and data privacy compliance enforcement solutions, today announced it has established an OEM partnership with Array Networks to bundle its 4th generation Advanced Data Protection platform with Array's security offerings. Through the partnership, Array Networks gains access to powerful cybersecurity capabilities, including automated data classification and policy enforcement, identity and role-based access control, real-time monitoring and incident response, and compliance and regulatory support. GhangorCloud is a leading innovator that has rapidly gained adoption as users seek to counter advanced cyberthreats. The company experienced significant business momentum in 2024 with a 45% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) year-over-year and has expanded its global footprint, attracting customers across North America, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific regions. Most notably, GhangorCloud has secured new marquee clients, including Fortune 500 companies, underscoring its position as a trusted provider of advanced cyber security solutions. To celebrate the company's market success, GhangorCloud will re-brand as GC Cybersecurity in Q2. GhangorCloud's 4th Generation Advanced Data Protection solution, delivered through its Information Security Enforcer (ISE) platform, introduces a next-generation architecture for protecting sensitive data across applications in hybrid and cloud environments. Leveraging patented AI-driven data classification and policy automation, the system identifies and classifies sensitive information in real-time and without manual intervention. It then enforces context-aware access controls based on user identity, role, and intent. The Advanced Data Protection solution monitors data flows at granular levels, enabling dynamic enforcement of security policies and preventing unauthorized transmissions or exfiltration events. 'We're committed to delivering best-in-class performance and security for modern enterprise infrastructures,' said Array Networks' CEO, Joe Hwang. 'By deploying GhangorCloud's 4th Generation Advanced Data Protection technology at our customers' sites, we are elevating our capabilities to a much more robust standard. GhangorCloud's powerful suite of capabilities provide the precision and automation necessary to protect against critical threats, so this partnership not only strengthens our cybersecurity posture but also empowers our customers to meet complex data compliance and privacy mandates with confidence.' 'This marks a milestone in expanding the reach and impact of our award-winning Advanced Data Protection technology,' said Tarique Mustafa, Founder, CEO and CTO of GhangorCloud, Inc. By aligning with a proven leader in application delivery networking, we're not only enhancing enterprise security outcomes but accelerating the growth of our global partner ecosystem. The collaboration exemplifies our strategy to work with world-class technology providers to deliver integrated, high-performance security solutions at scale, propelling our business momentum and enabling broader adoption across industries and geographies.' Visit GhangorCloud (AKA: GC Cybersecurity) at the 2025 RSA Conference in San Francisco, from April 28th – May 1st in booth #5181. Tweet this: GhangorCloud Announces OEM Partnership with Array Networks to Defend Enterprises Against Malicious Insider and Outsider Attacks #Informationsecurity #Dataprivacycompliance #Compliance #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #eDiscovery #Dataclassification About GhangorCloud Headquartered in Silicon Valley, GhangorCloud (now GC Cybersecurity) is a leading provider of intelligent information security and data privacy compliance enforcement solutions. GhangorCloud's Information Security and Consumer Compliance solutions protect data based on its contextual and conceptual significance, using a powerful policy engine and security algorithms to identify, classify, and protect large volumes of information in real-time with unprecedented accuracy. The company is founded by Silicon Valley security veterans Tarique Mustafa and Bhanu Panda, and is backed by a team, board and advisors that include leading authorities from companies like Symantec, McAfee, Trend Micro, Cisco, Juniper, Alteon and Array Networks. For more information, see Joe Austin email us here Public Relations Visit us on social media: LinkedIn YouTube X Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
