Privacy Today explores some of the "hot" issues on privacy from a policy perspective. We discuss different timely topics including behavioral targeting, cloud computing, RFID, data profiling, and location tracking.

Alert: Want to Buy a $37 Soda?

Pay with a debit card and that refreshing soda on a hot day may give your wallet chills. Because of the way that most banks process debit card transactions, a $2.00 soda can generate $35 in bank fees.

Recent news articles point to the fact that banks now regularly approve debit card purchases that will result in a negative account balance in order to tack on overdraft fees. 

In this alert, we’ll highlight basic steps consumers should take to avoid the pernicious cycle of overdrafts and bank fees. 

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Alert: 10 Rules for Creating a Hacker-Resistant Password

Password-protected web sites are becoming more vulnerable because often people use the same passwords on numerous sites.  One study by Sophos, a security firm, found that more than 30% of users recycle the same password for every site that they access.

A strong password can help individuals protect themselves against hackers, identity theft and other privacy invasions.

Want to develop tough-to-crack passwords that resist infiltration? Click below for our 10 Rules.

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