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Blog Entry #2 - If I am the DPO

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https://www.thoughtco.com/thmb/TNaJhvXmBi7GxGJc5r-Bn7R3E9g=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/this-problem-is-going-to-need-everyone-s-imput-502197407-59e918e79abed5001135768c-5c8bbdd1c9e77c0001a92636.jpg Introduction     In today’s digital era, universities are transitioning from manual record-keeping to automated, web-based systems to improve efficiency. These systems offer better accessibility to student information, enhance administrative processes, and allow seamless data retrieval. However, while digital transformation brings numerous benefits, it also presents significant data privacy risks. Without proper security measures, universities can expose sensitive student records, leading to potential violations of privacy laws such as Republic Act 10173, also known as the Data Privacy Act of 2012.      One alarming case recently occurred in a state university in Mindanao, where the institution launched an online student portal for stude...

1st Day of Class - Data Privacy

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https://assets.techrepublic.com/uploads/2020/02/data-privacy.jpg           February 1, 2025, marked the beginning of a new chapter in my life as I embarked on my journey in graduate school. This day was particularly significant as it was our first meeting for the semester, and to my surprise, it was with the same professor I had in previous subjects. This familiar face brought a sense of comfort, even though the class was scheduled earlier than I was accustomed to. The subject we were about to delve into was Data Privacy—a topic that is not only relevant in today's digital age but also crucial for safeguarding personal and organizational information.      Walking into the classroom, I expected to see unfamiliar faces, anticipating the typical first-day awkwardness of meeting new classmates. To my relief and delight, many of my former classmates were present. This familiarity eased my initial anxieties and allowed me to feel more at ease, kn...