Don't collect data you aren't ready to defend
There's a temptation to collect everything. The disk is cheap, the data seems valuable, and just in case it might come in handy someday. So we log everything, save everything, and collect every field "just in case". But every byte of data you store is not just an asset. It's also a responsibility, and one day it can become a burden. Because the data you store, you are obliged to protect. Each field of personal information is something that can be...
Serguey Shinder discusses data storage and security. He notes that storing data is not only an asset but also a responsibility, as it must be protected from theft and misuse. Shinder suggests that companies should only collect data that they are prepared to protect and consider whether the potential benefits of storing certain data outweigh the risks. He also emphasizes the importance of deleting data that is no longer needed, as it can become a liability and a target for hackers.
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