Category: Personal Experience

This illustration portrays the emotional and practical impact of data theft. On the left, a cybercriminal uses stolen identity information, while on the right, the victim is left to deal with confusion, stress, and digital fallout. It visually represents the core theme of the article: breaches don’t just expose data—they damage lives. Suitable for posts addressing data privacy, breach restitution, or cybercrime awareness.

Data Breach Today, Your Problem Tomorrow: Why Victims Deserve More Than Apologies

When your data is stolen in a breach, the company gets fined, but you’re left picking up the pieces. This blog explores the need for a Digital FSCS: a restitution fund for breach victims, inspired by real-world failures and systemic neglect. Includes a free template letter you can send to your MP to call for change.

MuckyPaws July 16, 2025 Leave a Comment

Drag, Drop, Disclose: When Convenience Clouds Consent

Cloud-based PDF converters offer instant convenience—but at what cost? This post explores how services like Adobe’s drag-and-drop PDF tool may store, analyse, or profile your data without clear warning or consent. Learn what this means under UK GDPR, what your rights are, and how to stay in control of your files.

Data Fines Aren’t Justice — They’re Just High-Stakes Monopoly Money

Despite record-breaking fines against tech giants for data misuse, individuals rarely see justice. This post explores the systemic failure of regulatory enforcement to provide restitution, arguing it's time for compensation schemes, opt-out tools, and support for the real victims of data breaches.

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Category: Personal Experience