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Maybe these guys should be                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 August 24, 2024 Greetings Everyday Spy, The recent data breach at National Public Data (aka: NPD) is a wake-up call for an entire industry. Data brokers, the ‘safekeepers' of our digital profiles, are finally facing the music. This breach exposed more than just personal information – it revealed a gaping hole in our legal system. And it spotlights a crazy truth about a world we thought we understood… Data brokers operate with less oversight than an Instagram influencer. While we assume companies like NPD are tightly regulated, they're often flying under the radar. This breach changes that perception. NPD could be the catalyst that finally brings data brokers under the microscope. Think about it: These companies profit from housing your personal information, yet they've largely escaped public scrutiny. They collect, analyze, and sell your data, often without your knowledge or consent. It’s odd to think data brokers have little incentive to protect your sensitive data. Until now, the financial rewards of data brokerage far outweighed the risks. Breaches were seen as a cost of doing business. But with this class action lawsuit, the scales are tipping. We're standing at the edge of a new era in data privacy. Maybe data brokers should be held to the same standards as banks or healthcare providers. Where your personal info is treated with the same care as your money or medical records. This isn't just about one company – it's about reshaping an entire industry. The outcome of this lawsuit could impact the digital world. It could force data brokers to prioritize security over profits, transparency over secrecy. The big question is whether it’s too little, too late. With billions of records already exposed, we're facing a digital Wild West. Your personal information could be out there, being traded on the dark web as we speak. But there is a way to protect you and your family online. EverydaySpy is sponsored by Aura, a cutting-edge personal security app, which I personally use to safeguard my family’s digital information. Aura is a Swiss army knife of digital safety features that protect you, your identity, and your data. This includes antivirus protection, identity theft protection, and financial fraud protection. This easy, all-in-one app gives you: - Alerts to when your info being sold on the Dark Web - Alerts when someone tries to open up a new credit card in your name - VPN with military-grade encryption - 24/7 US-based support - Credit monitoring - And much more With Aura you can [prioritize your family’s safety for less than drive-through fast food.]( And I urge all of my friends and extended family to sign up for it, too. So today you get a FREE 2-week trial to Aura, no commitment required. That’s right – try it for two weeks at absolutely zero cost. Don’t let hackers get lucky. [Get your free 2-week trial with Aura now](. Godspeed, #EverydaySpy Andrew Bustamante P.S. Personal data links are not going to stop. Aura makes [staying safe online as easy as using a social media app]( so you can feel confident about operating online. [fb]( [tw]( [ig]( [yt]( Update your [email preferences]( or unsubscribe [here]( © 2024 EDS Free Newsletters EverydaySpy, 411 Walnut St. #20309 Green Cove Springs, FL 32043, United States of America [Terms of Service](