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A zero-tolerance retaliation policy creates a stated protection for individuals who speak up about compliance or ethics issues, which is consequential for those considering raising concerns.
The updated privacy policy removed explicit language describing how users can manage cookie preferences and enable chat functionality. Previously, the policy stated that users could click 'Manage Choices' to enable or disable specific cookies including 'Chat' cookies. The revised version no longer includes these detailed preference options in the displayed policy language. The terms now indicate that chat functionality requires accepting 'Chat Cookies,' but the granular control mechanisms previously described have been removed from the public policy disclosure.
View change record →The updated privacy statement removes extensive disclosures about Dun & Bradstreet's data processing practices, ethical commitments, certifications, and individual rights procedures. Previously, the policy described the company's core values, ethical principles, ISO certifications, cross-border privacy frameworks, data broker registrations in multiple states, and how individuals could exercise rights. The revised statement now provides minimal substantive guidance. Under the updated terms, users will find substantially less information about how their data is processed, what protections apply, and how to contact the company regarding their rights.
View change record →Individuals who raise compliance and ethics concerns with Dun & Bradstreet are protected by its stated zero-tolerance policy against retaliation.
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If we learn that we've collected the personal data of a child under the age of 13 or 16, as applicable, we'll take reasonable steps to delete the personal data. This may require us to delete the Skillshare account...
Our moderators will thoughtfully consider any explanations and supplemental information provided by the Member when deciding whether to take action or reinstate access.
If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal data without parental consent, we remove such data and terminate the child's account (except where we are required to retain all or a portion of such data for compliance purposes).
"We encourage new ideas, innovation, and speaking up with questions or concerns, and we have zero tolerance for retaliation against those who raise compliance and ethics concerns.Excerpt from Dun & Bradstreet's D&B Privacy Policy
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A zero-tolerance retaliation policy creates a stated protection for individuals who speak up about compliance or ethics issues, which is consequential for those considering raising concerns.
Individuals who raise compliance and ethics concerns with Dun & Bradstreet are protected by its stated zero-tolerance policy against retaliation.
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