Public yet still "private"
A column for Online Banking Review that dispels the myth that information in the public domain is not subject to the Privacy Act.
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"Networking technology does challenge privacy principles. For if building networks leads to discoveries that aren't apparent until critical mass is reached, then it's just not possible to inform members up front about the precise purpose of collection. Instead, businesses should share the spoils of social networking with their customers, who typically gladly opt in if properly rewarded for participating in what is still a great big experiment."
