How to Become a DPO (Data Protection Officer) in the UK

Are you thinking about becoming a DPO (data protection officer)? You’re not alone. It’s one of the fastest-growing privacy roles in the UK. For many organisations, appointing a DPO is a legal obligation under the UK GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation). For others, voluntarily appointing a DPO enables them to demonstrate accountability and manage the growing complexity of privacy regulation. For mid-career professionals, the DPO role represents an attractive career move. It draws on compliance, risk management, IT, and legal expertise, but positions the individual as an independent voice reporting directly to senior management. Salaries are competitive, the role is

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September 29, 2025
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Digital Threat Modeling Under Authoritarianism

Today’s world requires us to make complex and nuanced decisions about our digital security. Evaluating when to use a secure messaging app like Signal or WhatsApp, which passwords to store on your smartphone, or what to share on social media requires us to assess risks and make judgments accordingly. Arriving at any conclusion is an exercise in threat modeling.

In security, threat modeling is the process of determining what security measures make sense in your particular situation. It’s a way to think about potential risks, possible defenses, and the costs of both. It’s how experts avoid being distracted by irrelevant risks or overburdened by undue costs…

September 26, 2025
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