About the Book
1st Edition
Safeguarding the Future
Security and Privacy by Design for AI, Metaverse, Blockchain, and Beyond
By Alan Tang
Emerging technologies like AI, blockchain, and brain–computer interfaces bring immense opportunities—but also critical privacy and security challenges.Safeguarding the Future provides a holistic framework for integrating security and privacy into these cutting-edge innovations. With real-world case studies and regulatory insights, this book is an essential resource for leaders navigating the evolving digital landscape.
https://www.routledge.com/Safeguarding-the-Future-Security-and-Privacy-by-Design-for-AI-Metaverse-Blockchain-and-Beyond/Tang/p/book/9781032487700
1st Edition
Privacy in Practice
Establish and Operationalize a Holistic Data Privacy Program
By Alan Tang
Privacy is more than just compliance—it’s a fundamental right. This book provides a practical framework for integrating privacy into business strategies, bridging legal requirements with operational execution. A must-read for privacy professionals, executives, and organizations looking to strengthen their privacy governance and compliance programs.
https://www.routledge.com/Privacy-in-Practice-Establish-and-Operationalize-a-Holistic-Data-Privacy/Tang/p/book/9781032125473
1st Edition
Navigating the Cyber Maze
Insights and Humor on the Digital Frontier
By Matthias Muhlert
Cybersecurity is a serious topic, but it doesn’t have to be dry. Navigating the Cyber Maze blends expert insights with humor, breaking down complex security concepts in an engaging and accessible way. Covering topics from smart device security to quantum computing, this book makes cybersecurity practical, insightful, and fun.
https://www.routledge.com/Navigating-the-Cyber-Maze-Insights-and-Humor-on-the-Digital-Frontier/Muhlert/p/book/9781032912554
1st Edition
Controlling Privacy and the Use of Data Assets - Volume 1
Who Owns the New Oil?
By Ulf Mattsson
Data is the new oil—but who controls it? This book explores practical data protection strategies, including pseudonymization, homomorphic encryption, and zero-trust architectures. Designed for security professionals, regulators, and business leaders, this book provides insights into balancing privacy, security, and business needs.
https://www.routledge.com/Controlling-Privacy-and-the-Use-of-Data-Assets---Volume-1-Who-Owns-the/Mattsson/p/book/9781032039138
1st Edition
Controlling Privacy and the Use of Data Assets - Volume 2
What is the New World Currency – Data or Trust?
By Ulf Mattsson
Building on Volume 1, this book examines data integrity, accountability, and governance. It provides practical risk mitigation strategies for privacy leaders, auditors, and global policymakers, helping organizations align privacy regulations with business strategies.
https://www.routledge.com/Controlling-Privacy-and-the-Use-of-Data-Assets---Volume-2-What-is-the-New/Mattsson/p/book/9781032185187
Table of Contents:
1st Edition
Safeguarding the Future
Security and Privacy by Design for AI, Metaverse, Blockchain, and Beyond
By Alan Tang
Emerging technologies like AI, blockchain, and brain–computer interfaces bring immense opportunities—but also critical privacy and security challenges.Safeguarding the Future provides a holistic framework for integrating security and privacy into these cutting-edge innovations. With real-world case studies and regulatory insights, this book is an essential resource for leaders navigating the evolving digital landscape.
https://www.routledge.com/Safeguarding-the-Future-Security-and-Privacy-by-Design-for-AI-Metaverse-Blockchain-and-Beyond/Tang/p/book/9781032487700
1st Edition
Privacy in Practice
Establish and Operationalize a Holistic Data Privacy Program
By Alan Tang
Privacy is more than just compliance—it’s a fundamental right. This book provides a practical framework for integrating privacy into business strategies, bridging legal requirements with operational execution. A must-read for privacy professionals, executives, and organizations looking to strengthen their privacy governance and compliance programs.
https://www.routledge.com/Privacy-in-Practice-Establish-and-Operationalize-a-Holistic-Data-Privacy/Tang/p/book/9781032125473
1st Edition
Navigating the Cyber Maze
Insights and Humor on the Digital Frontier
By Matthias Muhlert
Cybersecurity is a serious topic, but it doesn’t have to be dry. Navigating the Cyber Maze blends expert insights with humor, breaking down complex security concepts in an engaging and accessible way. Covering topics from smart device security to quantum computing, this book makes cybersecurity practical, insightful, and fun.
https://www.routledge.com/Navigating-the-Cyber-Maze-Insights-and-Humor-on-the-Digital-Frontier/Muhlert/p/book/9781032912554
1st Edition
Controlling Privacy and the Use of Data Assets - Volume 1
Who Owns the New Oil?
By Ulf Mattsson
Data is the new oil—but who controls it? This book explores practical data protection strategies, including pseudonymization, homomorphic encryption, and zero-trust architectures. Designed for security professionals, regulators, and business leaders, this book provides insights into balancing privacy, security, and business needs.
https://www.routledge.com/Controlling-Privacy-and-the-Use-of-Data-Assets---Volume-1-Who-Owns-the/Mattsson/p/book/9781032039138
1st Edition
Controlling Privacy and the Use of Data Assets - Volume 2
What is the New World Currency – Data or Trust?
By Ulf Mattsson
Building on Volume 1, this book examines data integrity, accountability, and governance. It provides practical risk mitigation strategies for privacy leaders, auditors, and global policymakers, helping organizations align privacy regulations with business strategies.
https://www.routledge.com/Controlling-Privacy-and-the-Use-of-Data-Assets---Volume-2-What-is-the-New/Mattsson/p/book/9781032185187
About the Author :
1st Edition
Safeguarding the Future
Security and Privacy by Design for AI, Metaverse, Blockchain, and Beyond
By Alan Tang
Emerging technologies like AI, blockchain, and brain–computer interfaces bring immense opportunities—but also critical privacy and security challenges.Safeguarding the Future provides a holistic framework for integrating security and privacy into these cutting-edge innovations. With real-world case studies and regulatory insights, this book is an essential resource for leaders navigating the evolving digital landscape.
https://www.routledge.com/Safeguarding-the-Future-Security-and-Privacy-by-Design-for-AI-Metaverse-Blockchain-and-Beyond/Tang/p/book/9781032487700
1st Edition
Privacy in Practice
Establish and Operationalize a Holistic Data Privacy Program
By Alan Tang
Privacy is more than just compliance—it’s a fundamental right. This book provides a practical framework for integrating privacy into business strategies, bridging legal requirements with operational execution. A must-read for privacy professionals, executives, and organizations looking to strengthen their privacy governance and compliance programs.
https://www.routledge.com/Privacy-in-Practice-Establish-and-Operationalize-a-Holistic-Data-Privacy/Tang/p/book/9781032125473
1st Edition
Navigating the Cyber Maze
Insights and Humor on the Digital Frontier
By Matthias Muhlert
Cybersecurity is a serious topic, but it doesn’t have to be dry. Navigating the Cyber Maze blends expert insights with humor, breaking down complex security concepts in an engaging and accessible way. Covering topics from smart device security to quantum computing, this book makes cybersecurity practical, insightful, and fun.
https://www.routledge.com/Navigating-the-Cyber-Maze-Insights-and-Humor-on-the-Digital-Frontier/Muhlert/p/book/9781032912554
1st Edition
Controlling Privacy and the Use of Data Assets - Volume 1
Who Owns the New Oil?
By Ulf Mattsson
Data is the new oil—but who controls it? This book explores practical data protection strategies, including pseudonymization, homomorphic encryption, and zero-trust architectures. Designed for security professionals, regulators, and business leaders, this book provides insights into balancing privacy, security, and business needs.
https://www.routledge.com/Controlling-Privacy-and-the-Use-of-Data-Assets---Volume-1-Who-Owns-the/Mattsson/p/book/9781032039138
1st Edition
Controlling Privacy and the Use of Data Assets - Volume 2
What is the New World Currency – Data or Trust?
By Ulf Mattsson
Building on Volume 1, this book examines data integrity, accountability, and governance. It provides practical risk mitigation strategies for privacy leaders, auditors, and global policymakers, helping organizations align privacy regulations with business strategies.
https://www.routledge.com/Controlling-Privacy-and-the-Use-of-Data-Assets---Volume-2-What-is-the-New/Mattsson/p/book/9781032185187
Review :
In our rapidly evolving digital society, safeguarding personal data has never been more crucial. With big data permeating every sector, it is essential for businesses to recognize this challenge as a strategic priority. In this landscape, Tang's book emerges as a standout resource among countless offerings. I want to emphasize my deep appreciation for this insightful work, which clearly outlines practices tailored to our current needs. I strongly encourage all our colleagues to read it's a must-have guide for navigating the complexities of data protection today.
A well-structured data privacy program serves as both a legal obligation and a strategic asset for organizations. It is instrumental in safeguarding customer trust, enhancing security measures, ensuring compliance with regulations, and bolstering the organization's overall reputation. In a climate where data is increasingly valuable, organizations that prioritize data privacy are more likely to succeed. Conversely, those that neglect this critical aspect may encounter significant legal, financial, and reputational risks. Emphasizing data privacy is not merely advisable; it is essential for achieving sustainable business success.
This book is designed to assist organizations in establishing a cohesive and integrated enterprise-wide privacy program. It provides guidance for business units in delivering privacy protection, maintaining privacy integrity, and implementing appropriate protective measures throughout product development.
The objectives of this book are as follows: -
Align Privacy with Business Strategies: Facilitate the alignment of the privacy program with the overarching goals and strategies of the organization, demonstrating how privacy initiatives can effectively support business objectives.
Extend the Reach of the Privacy Program: Encourage the expansion of the privacy program beyond the confines of the privacy team or specific organizational functions, thus promoting a holistic approach to privacy management.
Clarify Legal Terminology: Convert complex legal language and convoluted text into clear and essential requirements that organizations can readily adopt and implement.
Engage with Business Departments: Foster collaboration with various business units to comprehend privacy within the organization’s specific context, establishing an environment that promotes shared responsibility for privacy.
Identify and Address Program Gaps: Systematically identify and prioritize initiatives that address deficiencies within the privacy program, leading to the establishment of a practical and actionable roadmap for implementation.
Leverage Privacy as a Strategic Asset: Advocate for the perception of privacy as a competitive differentiator that enhances the efficiency of customer data management and innovation, rather than as an impediment.
Integrate Privacy into Daily Operations: Promote awareness and ensure that privacy considerations are embedded into the routine operations of the organization and its personnel. This text serves as a comprehensive resource for enhancing your organization’s privacy practices, emphasizing the critical role of privacy in fostering trust and driving business success.
In today’s digital society, we understand how important it is to protect personal data. As big data influences every sector, it can feel overwhelming for businesses to address this challenge. That's why Tang's book is such a valuable resource. It offers clear guidance on practices that resonate with our current needs. I genuinely encourage all our colleagues to read it; it could be a crucial step in helping us navigate the complexities of data protection together. This work provides exceptional and practical information that is simply unmatched.
Assoc. Prof. Sezer Bozkus Kahyaoglu
Izmir Bakircay University, Türkiye