Who am I, and where's my money? Issues in online security

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to address the issue of online security. Design/methodology/approach – Discusses the problem of breaches in online information sharing and security. Findings – There are many issues to be considered in addressing the matter of online information security that is so important for the future stability of the online world. Originality/value – Provides a discussion on policy formulation at international and national level, to trust building as a key to online security, to specific technical processes that might help thwart breaches of this security.