Cashless Economies Seriously Exposed to Cybercrime, Experts Warn

The safety benefits which were announced with the slow recession of cash transactions among financial operations were unfortunately short lived. With less cash walking around in pockets, theft rates were promised to fall, along with the violence which usually comes with it. But after a short adaptation period, theft followed the money where it went.

Consumer Technology in the Classroom: Innovative Tools or Distracting Devices?

Inevitably, technology has transformed how we learn, for better or ill. As devices such as tablets, laptops, and smartphones become increasingly prevalent in the lives of young children, we must take a serious look at how we are presenting and demonstrating their use. Are these technologies truly being used in a way that benefits children to their utmost while avoiding drawbacks or secondary negative consequences?

What’s the Big Fuss about Big Data?

It’s been big news for the past couple of weeks: Cambridge Analytica’s wrongful use of personal data derived from Facebook accounts has sparked outrage across the U.S. and raised questions across the globe. This scandal has renewed public interest in how corporations around the globe are using our data and whether they have a right to that data — particularly, whether a lack of privacy is simply the new norm in an increasingly digital world.

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