January 28: Data Privacy Day
Technology Holiday: Data Privacy Day
Data Privacy Day was officially established in 2009 to raise awareness and promote data privacy education. Take a few minutes to update your privacy settings on social networking sites and learn about why it matters.
Geek events to celebrate on January 28:
1855 – The first locomotive runs from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean on the Panama Railway.
1887 – In a snowstorm at Fort Keogh, Montana, the world’s largest snowflakes are reported, 15 inches (38 cm) wide and 8 inches (20 cm) thick.
1958 – The LEGO company patents the design of its Lego bricks, which are still compatible with bricks produced today.