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Winnipeg Free Press
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- Winnipeg Free Press
Federal privacy watchdog discontinues investigation into student data breach
The federal privacy watchdog says it has discontinued the investigation into a cybersecurity breach involving a student information system used across Canada, citing its satisfaction with the company's response and commitment to added security measures. Privacy commissioner Philippe Dufresne says the probe was launched in February after his office received a breach report from U.S.-based PowerSchool, which provides the affected software, and a complaint about the incident. The commissioner's office says a hacker had obtained data such as names, contact information, birth dates and, in some cases, medical information and Social Insurance Numbers of current and former students, current and former educators, and parents across several provinces and territories. A man uses a computer keyboard in Toronto, Monday, Oct. 9, 2023 in this photo illustration. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graeme Roy It says PowerSchool took measures to contain the breach, notified affected individuals and organizations and offered credit protection, and has voluntarily committed to additional actions including strengthened monitoring and detection tools. The commissioner's office says those steps have prompted Dufresne to discontinue the investigation into the breach, but the office will monitor PowerSchool's commitment to its strengthened security measures. It says the decision to stop its probe won't impact ongoing investigations into the breach by provincial privacy watchdogs in Ontario and Alberta. 'I welcome PowerSchool's willingness to engage with my office to achieve a timely resolution that will result in stronger protections for the personal information of students, parents, and educators across Canada,' Dufresne said in a press release Tuesday. The Toronto District School Board, the largest school board in Canada, said in a letter to parents and caregivers in May that it recently learned data stolen in December 2024 was not destroyed and that a 'threat actor' had demanded ransom. Winnipeg Free Press | Newsletter Jen Zoratti | Next Wednesdays Columnist Jen Zoratti looks at what's next in arts, life and pop culture. Sign Up I agree to the Terms and Conditions, Cookie and Privacy Policies, and CASL agreement. PowerSchool had said it paid the ransom in hopes of preventing public release of the stolen data. 'We made the decision to pay a ransom because we believed it to be in the best interest of our customers and the students and communities we serve,' it said in a statement in May. PowerSchool said in a letter to the commissioner Tuesday that it will confirm any further forensic and authentication steps it will take by the end of this month, and the company will provide evidence that it has strengthened its security monitoring tools by the end of this year. It said PowerSchool will provide the commissioner with an independent security assessment and report of its information safeguards by March 2026. This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 22, 2025.
Bloomberg
14-07-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
China Banks Stoke Controversy With Loans to Boost Pensions
Rural banks in China have created a public stir by targeting low-income earners and the elderly with loan products designed to plug their pension shortfalls as lenders get creative amid soft borrowing demand. Banks in Hunan and Sichuan provinces have over the past few months offered loans for borrowers to increase their contributions to China's social insurance system in order to draw higher pensions or for making a one-time payments to qualify for old-age benefits.
Zawya
01-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Saudi: New Social Insurance Law will come into force on July 1
RIYADH — The General Organization for Social Insurance (GOSI) announced that the provisions of the new Social Insurance Law issued by a Royal Decree on July 2, 2024, will come into force on Tuesday, July 1. The GOSI noted that this law is applicable exclusively to new civil employees, joining the public and private sectors, who do not have any prior contribution periods in the current Civil Pension Law or Social Insurance Law. The amended law stipulates gradual increase in retirement age while there will be no change in the benefits for the current subscribers of GOSI. The organization stated that the statutory retirement age for individuals affected by the amendments will range between 58 and 65 Gregorian years. The organization stated that this law will contribute to expanding the scope of insurance coverage to include more categories and will achieve flexibility in job transfers between the public and private sectors without affecting subscribers' insurance rights, by unifying insurance provisions under the umbrella of a single law. The new regulations, which will be applied to new subscribers to the Social Insurance System, include a gradual increase in the pension branch subscription rates, starting from the second year of the system's validity until the fifth year, by 0.5 percent annually, so that the cumulative increase reaches 2 percent. Hence the subscription rate becomes 11 percent instead of 9 percent for the subscriber and the employer. The law stressed the need for employers to commit to paying subscriptions on their specified dates, in order to preserve the rights of employees subject to the system. The maternity benefit will also be implemented starting Tuesday, July 1. Under this benefit, the GOSI grants female subscribers, whether Saudi or non-Saudi, maternity compensation for three months upon giving birth. The GOSI urged all its customers, both subscribers and employers, to review all the details related to these provisions through the awareness platform on the organization's website or via the GOSI app. © Copyright 2022 The Saudi Gazette. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Arab Times
14-05-2025
- Business
- Arab Times
Kuwaiti minister announces start of road maintenance on Al-Sour Street
KUWAIT CITY, May 14: Minister of Public Works Dr. Noura Al-Mashaan has announced the commencement of maintenance work on Al-Sour Street, located behind the Social Insurance building. This initiative is part of a wider effort to rehabilitate roads in various governorates, with 18 projects planned as part of the comprehensive plan supporting Kuwait's Vision 2035. In a statement released on Wednesday, Al-Mashaan confirmed that the ministry is moving forward with the implementation of infrastructure projects in accordance with the highest approved technical and engineering standards. She emphasized that improving road quality and increasing operational efficiency remain a top priority, as these improvements are critical for enhancing sustainability and meeting the growing urban development demands in Kuwait. Engineer Jamal Al-Otaibi, supervisor of the 'Contract 8 - Second Scope' project in Kuwait City, stated that maintenance work on Al-Sour Street includes the application of a Type 3 asphalt layer, which meets the technical specifications outlined in the new contracts for rehabilitating and developing the country's road network.
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Yahoo
BBB: Identity theft is more common than you think
(WHNT) – Scams are designed to either steal your money or your identity in order to steal your money later. Scammers have all kinds of techniques to collect personally identifiable information. Once they have it, they can become you, using your identity to open accounts, file taxes, or obtain medical coverage. With enough personal information, a scammer can pretend to be you and commit many crimes. They can make false applications for loans and credit cards, withdraw money from your bank account, or obtain services in your name. They can also sell your information to others on the Internet. Identity theft may take a long time to detect. Scammers ensure that bills and statements for new accounts are not sent to your address. You may notice what is happening once the scammer has already inflicted substantial damage on your assets, credit, and reputation. Consumers should also be aware of synthetic identity theft, where a scammer combines real and fake information to create a brand-new, fictitious identity. Fraudsters often use stolen Social Security or Social Insurance numbers, paired with fake names, dates of birth, and addresses, to commit this type of crime. In the U.S., visit the Federal Trade Commission's website for information on how to stop and recover from identity theft. Look for unexplained withdrawals, charges, and accounts. Review your bank account and credit card statements regularly. Look for unfamiliar charges, accounts, or withdrawals. Know when your bills are due; one tip-off for identity theft is when you stop receiving certain bills. This can happen because scammers have changed the address associated with your bank account or credit card. If bills don't arrive on time, follow up with your creditors. Debt collectors may call you about debts that aren't yours. You can also set up automatic alerts on your accounts so you are notified every time a transaction is made. Check your credit reports regularly for unauthorized inquiries and accounts. In the U.S., you can check your credit report with each of the three major credit bureaus once per year at This is the only free crediting reporting service authorized by the Federal Trade Commission. Space these checks out throughout the year, and you will quickly know if something is wrong. In Canada, the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada provides information on requesting a free credit report. Be careful with your personal information:Treat your personal information like the valuable commodity it is. Ensure you shred documents containing your bank account information, Social Security/Social Insurance number, or other personal information. These include credit card applications, insurance forms, financial statements, health forms, and billing statements from utilities and phone services. Cut up expired credit and debit cards, and cut through the numbers before you dispose of them. Secure personal documents at home:If you have roommates, employ outside help, or have contractors in your home, ensure personal documents are in a safe place – preferably under lock and key – and not lying out in plain sight. Minimize personal information on checks. You don't need to include your Social Security or Social Insurance number, driver's license, or phone number. Be alert to phishing attempts:Scammers are sophisticated; their phishing attempts may come via email, text, social media messages, or even phone calls. Be suspicious of any unsolicited communication asking you for personal information. Whether it's a supposed tech support call, an offer for a free cruise, or a charity plea, they may be after your personal information. See BBB's tips on phishing and tech support scams. For more information visit . Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
