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New American Funding Data Breach Notification

New American Funding has notified the Washington Attorney General's office of a data breach affecting 699 state residents. The incident, which occurred at a service provider, may have exposed personal information including names, addresses, and Social Security numbers. Affected individuals are being notified and offered credit monitoring services.

Brown Advisory Security Incident and Data Breach Notification

Brown Advisory reported a security incident on January 21, 2026, involving unauthorized access to certain systems by a threat actor. Personal data, including names, contact information, and sensitive identification details, may have been accessed. The company is offering 24 months of free identity protection services from Experian.

Insightin Health Data Breach Notification

Insightin Health is notifying Washington residents and regulators of a data breach affecting 11,740 individuals due to a cyberattack exploiting a zero-day vulnerability. The breach, which occurred in September 2025, potentially exposed names, dates of birth, medical, and health insurance information. Insightin is offering 12 months of free credit monitoring services.

Lithium-ion Battery Fire Risk Analysis

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has published a technical note analyzing the risks associated with lithium-ion battery fires. The report provides data-driven estimates on the frequency of electric vehicle and structural fires involving these batteries, highlighting potential underestimations in current reporting.

NIST Publication on Inefficient Cryocooler Compression

NIST published a study on March 10, 2026, detailing inefficiencies in low-frequency cryocoolers used in scientific research. The publication highlights that the compression process is a major source of energy loss, suggesting potential for significant electricity savings with improved compressor technology.

GDPR Resolution: School Used Health Data Without Consent

The Spanish Data Protection Agency (AEPD) initiated a sanctioning procedure against HOLY MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL, S.L. for allegedly using student health data without proper consent. The procedure was initiated following a complaint filed on April 24, 2024, regarding the use of 'Google Workspace for Education' and its potential access to non-educational content.

GDPR Resolution: No Fine for DILCAR Gestión S.L.

The Spanish Data Protection Agency (AEPD) has closed an investigation into DILCAR Gestión S.L. regarding the misuse of municipal resources for private business, which involved personal client data. No fine was imposed on the company.

NIST Report: Experimental Setup for Automated Vehicle Passenger Comfort Evaluation

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has published a technical report detailing an experimental framework for evaluating passenger comfort in automated vehicles during braking. The report, NISTIR 8612, outlines a standardized test plan for assessing deceleration profiles and ride quality.

Evedesign: Accessible Biosequence Design Framework

NIST has published guidance on 'Evedesign,' a new open-source framework for biosequence design. The framework aims to make machine learning methods for protein engineering more accessible and interoperable for researchers, with an interactive web interface available.

Dartford Council Ordered to Reply to EIR Request

The ICO has ordered Dartford Borough Council to respond to an Environmental Information Request (EIR) that was not answered within the statutory 20-working-day period. The council must now provide the complainant with a response within 30 calendar days.