The U.K. Information Commissioner's Office published a warning on the dangers of new neurotechnologies and is creating guidance for developers as it anticipates technology used to monitor neurodata will "become widespread over the next decade." Executive Director of Regulatory Risk Stephen Almond said, "Neurotechnology collects intimate personal information that people are often not aware of, including emotions and complex behaviour. The consequences could be dire if these technologies are developed or deployed inappropriately."