Worker at Towerlotse Apparently Naps on Duty
In a world where social media and digital platforms dominate our daily lives, a new approach to sharing information is gaining traction. This innovative system, which allows users to recommend actions across various platforms, has raised some questions about data privacy.
Firstly, it's important to understand that when you click to recommend an action on platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Google+, LinkedIn, or Xing, the data is not transferred directly to these platforms. Instead, it goes to third-party entities known as 'Verifiers.' These Verifiers play a crucial role in cryptographically verifying the authenticity of the credentials and ensuring the data's accuracy without accessing the underlying sensitive information. This setup forms a trust triangle among the Holder, Verifier, and Issuer, enabling secure and privacy-preserving interactions.
Secondly, it's worth noting that the data transferred to these Verifiers may also be stored abroad. However, more details about the data transfer can be found by clicking on the i.
On a somewhat unrelated note, the concept of napping in cockpits is not foreign to the aviation industry. Already a norm in German cockpits, the Italian Transport Authority (ITA) is considering reinstating the captain's cockpit nap, following studies that suggest short rest periods can improve pilot alertness and safety.
As always, it's essential to stay informed and make conscious decisions about how our data is shared and used. This new approach to sharing information presents an interesting balance between convenience and privacy, and it's up to us to understand and navigate this digital landscape responsibly.
