UK Probes Data Brokers' National Security Risks

The UK government is seeking expert input on the data brokerage industry and its potential national security risks to inform new data-sharing legislation. The inquiry specifically invites organizations using and supplying data to brokers, as well as brokers themselves, to participate. The government aims to understand brokers' operations, security practices, and clientele to shape policy. Data brokers, facing increasing criticism for collecting and selling personal data, are a target for both marketers and cybercriminals. This investigation seeks to balance the convenience of data sharing with national security concerns, differentiating between data brokers and data intermediaries.