Top Privacy Issues in 2013

Internet privacy issues are a reality for citizens of the world we live in, a world filled with technological advancements and wonders but also some worries. Consumer concern over the vast amount of personal data that is collected, stored and shared is growing, as are expectations that companies will respect consumers' privacy. In the United States, companies face a wide variety of layered and often conflicting requirements at the state and federal level. Internationally, more detailed requirements and obligations add more layers to data and privacy regulations. Seeking to achieve a balance between protecting the privacy of consumers and healthy growth for the Industry that relies on consumer data to find, target, or advertise to prospects and customers, continuing efforts by legislators, companies and consumer watchdog groups who debate the issue, have targeted several areas of concern.