We investigate the effect of an EU-wide consumer protection regulation on consumer trust as well as consumer behavior. The Unfair Commercial Practice Directive (UCPD) was implemented by EU member states between 2007 and 2010. We utilize data from the Special and Flash Eurobarometer for the years...

The volume of personal data collected by organizations is considerable and growing. But as more data is collected and transacted, the likelihood of a breach escalates. Cyberattacks are increasingly common and the volume and severity of data breaches and abuse continue to increase. With more and...