Data, Data Everywhere And Not A Place To Hide

2017 was full of emerging technology and data breaches. There is reason to believe that 2018 will be more of the same.

Here are some observations on trends for 2018. 

• Blockchain – While not exactly a privacy issue, it is tied to security. Blockchain technology creates a decentralized, digital ledger of transactions—so far a "tamper-proof" record—of who owns what. Ubiquitous in connection with bitcoin and other cryptocurrency discussions, blockchain technology has many other uses, such as in supply chains and medical recordkeeping, which will likely intensify in 2018.
• Biometrics – Biometric data is as biologically unique to each individual as fingerprints and gets special protection. Unlike social security numbers, biometric information cannot be changed if compromised. Several states have enacted laws regarding biometric information. Because of Illinois' private right of action law, Google's "art selfie" feature is not offered there, and facial