What I wish I knew about privacy sooner

Let’s be honest: data is useful. But we’re constantly told that in order to benefit from modern tech—and the insights that come with it—we have to give up our privacy. That useful data only comes from total access. That once your info is out there, you’ve lost control. That there’s no point in trying to protect it anymore. These are myths. And they’re holding us back. The truth is, you can benefit from data-driven tools without giving away everything. You can choose which companies to trust. You can protect one piece of information while sharing another. You can demand smarter systems that deliver insights without exploiting your identity. Privacy isn’t about opting out of technology—it’s about choosing how you engage with it. In this issue, we’re busting four of the most common myths about data collection. Because once you understand what’s possible, you’ll see how much power you still have. Myth #1: “I gave data to one company, so my privacy is already gone”. This one is everyw ... Read full article.