A project that could radically reduce the amount of personal information we share in our dealings has been revealed by IBM researchers.
The ABC4Trust project is developing an "electronic wallet", with encrypted versions of all a person's details.
A query by a device like a "chip and PIN" reader will involve only the information that is strictly necessary. The idea could also be applied to online transactions, and aims to give people more control over their personal data.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-11948500
Don't forget that the ICO's consultation on the Data Sharing Code ends on 5th January 2011. There is still time to send them your views.
For a quick summary of the Code see our latest webcast:
http://www.actnow.org.uk/content/50
Ibrahim Hasan
www.actnow.org.uk
Act Now Training
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