GUARDIANS OF DATA: NAVIGATING CHALLENGES, EMBRACING SECURITY
Amidst the digital revolution, privacy challenges have surged, primarily fuelled by data breaches, cyber threats, and pervasive surveillance. The interconnectedness facilitated by technology has magnified data collection, storage, and transmission, posing severe risks to personal information. Cybercriminals exploit vulnerabilities in complex data systems, creating financial losses and identity theft. Ethical considerations amidst big data analytics and AI- driven technologies blur the line between innovation and privacy rights, requiring delicate balancing. Similarly, the evolving landscape of social media amplifies concerns about data misuse and complex privacy settings, necessitating user education and stringent regulations. Legal and ethical realms face discrepancies in safeguarding personal information, demanding robust frameworks in today's digitized world. Security measures like encryption, multi-factor authentication, and biometric security fortify data integrity against evolving threats. Exploring future trends, the fusion of AI with privacy strives for accountable, explainable AI systems, while IoT security anticipates transformative shifts leveraging blockchain and AI-driven threat detection. Blockchain technology evolves towards interoperability, DeFi expansion, and privacy-centric solutions, promising heightened efficiency and inclusivity across various sectors. As privacy challenges persist, a multidimensional approach integrating technological, ethical, and regulatory solutions remains pivotal in upholding individual data rights.
Chanakya.S, P. ,. S. (2026). Guardians Of Data: Navigating Challenges, Embracing Security. International Journal of Science, Strategic Management and Technology, 02(03). https://doi.org/10.55041/ijsmt.v2i3.301
Chanakya.S, Pranav.B. "Guardians Of Data: Navigating Challenges, Embracing Security." International Journal of Science, Strategic Management and Technology, vol. 02, no. 03, 2026, pp. . doi:https://doi.org/10.55041/ijsmt.v2i3.301.
Chanakya.S, Pranav.B. "Guardians Of Data: Navigating Challenges, Embracing Security." International Journal of Science, Strategic Management and Technology 02, no. 03 (2026). https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.55041/ijsmt.v2i3.301.
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