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In this context, trust has never been more important – trust that technology solutions are secure; trust that technology is being used responsibly; and trust that our personal data is being safeguarded and used appropriately.
This final area has been a focus for many. As innovative tools are quickly deployed for crisis response – from contact tracing, to monitoring the implementation of social distancing measures, to handling personal information for individuals diagnosed with COVID-19 it is critical that privacy is protected. In other words, we must make sure we do everything possible to fight COVID-19 and at the same time protect privacy. As we look to the weeks and months ahead in the fight against this virus, I’d like to share three early observations on the use of technology in line with data privacy principles during this pandemic.