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How the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) Helps Regulate the Use of Consumer Data for Interest-Based Advertising

How the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) Helps Regulate the Use of Consumer Data for Interest-Based Advertising

By: Brittney Mayer, 4/14/2017

In a Nutshell: The collection of consumer data by advertisers scaled to new heights in the 1990s as the growth of digitization generated a boom in the amount of consumer data available. Recognizing the need for a regulating body, a coalition of third-party advertising technology companies formed the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) in 2000, with the mission to promote responsible business and data management behaviors. Today, the NAI regulates industry best practices by creating,... read more »

How PKWARE’s Cross-Platform Smartcrypt Software Protects the Sensitive Financial Data of More Than 35,000 Businesses

How PKWARE’s Cross-Platform Smartcrypt Software Protects the Sensitive Financial Data of More Than 35,000 Businesses

By: Ashley Dull, 1/20/2017

In a Nutshell: For just about as long as we've been communicating information, people have been using encryption techniques to protect that information from unwanted parties. Now, with our growing dependence on digital technology, our information is under constant risk of theft and manipulation -- especially in the financial sectors. Encryption, which can render stolen data unusable, has become one of the most effective tools to fight data theft, and for more than 35,000 businesses the... read more »

Plastc – The Smart Card Built with Superior Security – Is About to Take the Market by Storm

Plastc – The Smart Card Built with Superior Security – Is About to Take the Market by Storm

By: Tamára Lunardo, 12/8/2015

In a Nutshell: Smart cards may soon become the easiest way to pay, so we took a close look to see what Plastc will be offering when it arrives in April. What we found delighted us—hands down, the key to Plastc is superior security. With multiple proactive security features, advanced technology, and durable design all outclassing the competition, Plastc offers consumers and merchants alike confidence that the best time to get on board with Plastc is now.// Update: Plastc, Inc. is... read more »

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