Michael Irene
Michael-Irene
Michael Irene is a data and information governance practitioner based in London, United Kingdom. He is also a Fellow of Higher Education Academy, UK, and can be reached via moshoke@yahoo.com; twitter: @moshoke
Social media and Nigerian children’s mental health
Michael Irene
January 13, 2025
Social media has become an inseparable part of daily life. From WhatsApp conversations that span continents to the addictive pull of
Who’s listening? The fight for safety
Michael Irene
January 6, 2025
The room was dark except for the dim glow of a flickering streetlight outside. Sergeant Bala was halfway through his third cup of
How did they know I was shopping?
Michael Irene
December 30, 2024
It happened again the other day. I was shopping online, casually browsing for some home essentials. I found a couple of items I liked,
Capturing and mitigating data privacy risk early
Michael Irene
December 24, 2024
Privacy is a fundamental right that everyone values, but safeguarding it in our increasingly interconnected world is no simple task.
Can privacy exist without security?
Michael Irene
December 16, 2024
Privacy and security are often discussed together, but they are not the same. Privacy is about protecting personal information and
ISO, COBIT keys to data protection success
Michael Irene
December 9, 2024
Data privacy is no longer just a regulatory tick-box or a fleeting concern for organisations. It has evolved into a cornerstone of
Spy love ain’t true love: The stalkware plague
Michael Irene
December 2, 2024
Titi thought she’d found the love of her life. Kunle was charming, attentive, and always a step ahead with the latest tech gadgets.
Insider threats: Overlooked but dangerous
Michael Irene
November 25, 2024
Insider threats are one of the most underestimated risks in cybersecurity. While organisations often focus on external attacks, the
C-suite leaders, privacy and cybersecurity in AI
Michael Irene
November 20, 2024
Artificial intelligence (AI) has transitioned from a futuristic ambition to a present-day business necessity. Its transformative
Protecting identity and privacy in digital spaces
Michael Irene
November 12, 2024
Identity Access Management (IAM) and data privacy are at the heart of our digital lives, impacting us all in ways we might not