Google has launched a feature that gives people more control over what personal information appears in search results. As stories about data misuse and privacy breaches abound, people are looking for brands to give them more agency around sensitive and identifiable online information.

Mastercard has launched a trial of biometric payments in Brazil, tapping into a desire for more convenient payment options. And with people concerned about data misuse, the company is giving customers peace of mind by ensuring their info is stored securely using alphanumeric encryptions.

Virtual spaces are increasingly valuable to Americans who enjoy flexible working arrangements or staying up to date with current events on social media, but user safety concerns are top of mind for many. Canvas8 spoke to eight people about safety, abuse, and harassment in virtual spaces.

In the age of contact-tracing apps and high-profile data breaches, most people say they’re concerned about data privacy – but their actions don’t always align with their beliefs. Canvas8 spoke to Dr. Kirk Plangger to find out why people have such divergent attitudes to data privacy.