The tech world may play a major role in tackling the COVID-19 crisis, with tracing apps potentially limiting the spread of the virus within communities. But will privacy fears hinder these efforts? Canvas8 spoke to eight Americans about sharing health and location data during the pandemic.

An app for self-reporting COVID-19 symptoms has found a receptive audience in the US after gaining popularity in Britain. While Americans are often protective of their privacy, when the goal of collecting data is for the common good rather than a brand's profits, they're more open to sharing.

Whether it’s hacks or leaks, data privacy is the issue of the day. Many say they are concerned about their information online, but what will they share and what do they expect in return? Canvas8 spoke to seven Americans to find out what they’re willing to share about themselves and with whom.

In Canada, there’s overwhelming support for the use of vaccine passports, but strong discomfort with companies using individuals’ vaccination data. As Canadians shift toward collectivist thinking in exchange for safety, companies will have to navigate the choppy waters of medical data privacy.