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#ICYMI💡: @futureofprivacy recently released its ‘Risk Framework for Body-Related Data in Immersive Technologies’ to guide organizations working in immersive technology to ensure they handle body-related data safely & responsibly. Check it out! https://t.co/FC1VOsa2PG
Future of Privacy Forum
4 months ago
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Risk Framework for Body-Related Data in Immersive Technologies - Future of Privacy Forum

The Future of Privacy Forum (FPF) has released a risk framework for body-related data in immersive technologies to help organizations handle and manage privacy and safety risks.
The framework helps organizations understand their data practices, comply with legal frameworks, evaluate privacy and safety risks, and implement best practices. [ more ]
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The Drum
5 days ago
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Will OpenAI and other LLM developers be able to weather the winds of privacy regulation?

AI developers face legal challenges over privacy violations, like OpenAI's ChatGPT complaint under GDPR for inaccuracies about a public figure's birthdate. [ more ]
Engadget
6 days ago
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OpenAI hit with another privacy complaint over ChatGPT's love of making stuff up

OpenAI's ChatGPT bot providing incorrect personal information raises privacy concerns under GDPR in the EU. [ more ]
Theregister
6 days ago
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Privacy activists slap OpenAI with GDPR complaint

noyb filed GDPR complaint against OpenAI, claiming ChatGPT can't correct inaccurate data, violating GDPR rules. [ more ]
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ABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago
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FCC fines wireless carriers millions for sharing user locations without consent

US government fines top wireless carriers for illegally sharing customer data without consent. [ more ]
Nextgov.com
6 days ago
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FCC fines major wireless carriers $200M for illegally selling customer location data

FCC fined major carriers $200 million for selling customer location data without consent. [ more ]
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Raw Story - Celebrating 20 Years of Independent Journalism
1 week ago
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Websites deceive users by deliberately hiding the extent of data collection and sharing

Websites use deceptive practices to hide personal data sharing, impacting consumer choice and privacy rights. [ more ]
Truthout
6 hours ago
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Facing Constant Doxxing Threats, Reproductive Health Workers Fear for Their Data

Data brokers sell sensitive personal information, posing threats to military personnel and abortion providers. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
9 hours ago
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Third-party providers a customer data weak spot', Australian privacy commissioner says

Third party suppliers pose a significant risk to customer privacy protection, necessitating organizations to ensure privacy obligations are fulfilled in contracts and due diligence. [ more ]
Outabox, an Australian firm that scanned faces for bars and clubs, suffered a #databreach that shows the problems with giving companies your bio-metric data.

https://t.co/Z84dV7J3Yr
WIRED
3 days ago
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A Face Recognition Firm That Scans Faces for Bars Got Hacked-and That's Just the Start

Privacy concerns escalate with the breach of data tied to a facial recognition system in Australia, emphasizing risks of widespread AI-powered surveillance. [ more ]
WIRED
3 days ago
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A Face Recognition Firm That Scans Faces for Bars Got Hacked-and That's Just the Start

Privacy concerns escalate with the breach of data tied to a facial recognition system in Australia, emphasizing risks of widespread AI-powered surveillance. [ more ]
www.ocregister.com
6 days ago
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Kaiser Permanente may have sent private patient data to Google, Microsoft and X

Kaiser Permanente's breach resulted in sharing patients' information with tech giants; data included names and search history. [ more ]
New York Post
7 hours ago
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More than 380,000 additional NYC students had personal info hacked, bringing total to over 1M

Over 380,000 NYC public school students had personal data hacked, totaling over 1 million affected. DOE offers free credit monitoring services post-security breach. [ more ]
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www.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
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New laws to protect consumers from cyber attacks take effect

Manufacturers legally required to enhance security of smart devices by banning weak default passwords and ensuring transparency in security updates. [ more ]
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The Atlantic
6 days ago
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The TikTok Ban Is a Red Herring

Lawmakers show hypocrisy in addressing data surveillance concerns, focusing on TikTok while renewing surveillance laws like Section 702. [ more ]
The Drum
2 days ago
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What apps do with your health data when you're not looking

Be cautious about trusting pregnancy apps with health data. [ more ]
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Truthout
2 days ago
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Documents Expose How DC Police Surveil Protest Activity, Social Media Profiles

Police departments use social media surveillance tools without transparency, risking First Amendment rights. [ more ]
Theregister
1 day ago
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Dating apps kiss'n'tell all sorts of sensitive user info

Dating apps collect excessive personal data, lack in protecting privacy, especially concerning for vulnerable groups like the LGBTQ+ community. [ more ]
Theregister
6 days ago
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Watchdog reveals lingering Google Privacy Sandbox worries

Privacy concerns led to Google's delay in dropping third-party cookies until 2025. [ more ]
TechCrunch
3 days ago
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EU plan to force messaging apps to scan for CSAM risks millions of false positives, experts warn | TechCrunch

Controversial EU proposal for scanning private messages for CSAM could lead to millions of false positives daily. [ more ]
Fast Company
6 days ago
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How China's citizens are coping with digital surveillance

State surveillance is prevalent in China, with digital payment systems and super apps facilitating everyday activities tied to personal data. [ more ]
SlashGear
1 week ago
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12 Ways Your Smartphone Might Be Tracking You - SlashGear

Smartphones track users via GPS, Wi-Fi, and cellular networks with alarming precision for various purposes. [ more ]
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Theregister
6 days ago
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AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, T-Mobile US fined for privacy woe

Telecom companies fined $200 million for selling location data without consent. [ more ]
Ars Technica
6 days ago
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FCC fines big three carriers $196M for selling users' real-time location data

FCC fined major carriers for illegally sharing customer location data without consent or protection measures. [ more ]
Ars Technica
6 days ago
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FCC fines big three carriers $196M for selling users' real-time location data

FCC fined major carriers for illegally sharing customer location data without consent or protection measures. [ more ]
TechCrunch
5 days ago
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US fines telcos $200M for sharing customer location data without consent | TechCrunch

Major U.S. wireless carriers fined $200 million for illegally sharing customers' location data. [ more ]
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Federal Trade Commission
4 days ago
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FTC Finalizes Order with InMarket Prohibiting It from Selling or Sharing Precise Location Data

The Federal Trade Commission finalized a settlement with digital marketing and data aggregator InMarket Media over allegations the company unlawfully collected and used consumers' location data for advertising and marketing.
Bloomberglaw
4 days ago
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Federal Privacy Bill's Vagueness Threatens Ad-Supported Business

The American Privacy Rights Act proposes stricter regulations on targeted advertising, diverging from existing state privacy laws and potentially impacting revenue streams for publishers. [ more ]
Axios
2 days ago
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Law enforcement use of facial recognition, social media looms over campus protests

It often takes time for the public to fully understand the extent of surveillance technologies used by law enforcement and universities. [ more ]
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ITPro
6 days ago
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Don't let your network become a security blind spot

Cyber security is a crucial priority for businesses to protect their digital assets and avoid significant costs and consequences associated with cyber attacks. [ more ]
TechRepublic
2 days ago
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U.K. and U.S. Warn of Pro-Russia Hacktivist Attacks on Operational Technology Systems

Pro-Russia hacktivists are targeting providers of operational technology like smart water meters and dam monitoring systems in North America and Europe. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
5 days ago
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N.S.A. Disclosure of U.S. Identities in Surveillance Reports Nearly Tripled in 2023

The number of unmaskings by the NSA from warrantless surveillance nearly tripled in 2022. [ more ]
TechCrunch
2 days ago
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UnitedHealth data breach should be a wakeup call for the UK and NHS | TechCrunch

Ransomware attack on UnitedHealth Group highlights the risk of entrusting sensitive data to companies with irresponsible data protection practices. [ more ]
BBC News
1 week ago
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Smart gadgets: Tougher rules for sellers of internet-enabled devices in the UK

New UK law enforces stricter security rules for 'smart' gadgets to protect consumers from cyber-criminals. [ more ]
Ars Technica
2 days ago
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Microsoft ties executive pay to security following multiple failures and breaches

Microsoft faced major security breaches resulting in data exposure and criticism. The company is taking steps to improve its security practices and prioritize security as the top concern. [ more ]
Ars Technica
2 days ago
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Microsoft ties executive pay to security following multiple failures and breaches

Microsoft faced major security breaches resulting in data exposure and criticism. The company is taking steps to improve its security practices and prioritize security as the top concern. [ more ]
Theregister
2 days ago
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Chinese government website security has big problems

Chinese researchers found vulnerabilities in Chinese government websites, including DNS configuration lapses and a notable dependence on a few DNS service providers. [ more ]
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Iapp
4 days ago
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Unlocking global data privacy interoperability with CBPRs

New Global Cross-Border Privacy Rules aim to create a unified framework for international data protection. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 days ago
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Supreme Court Allows, for Now, Texas Law Restricting Access to Porn

The Supreme Court did not block a Texas law requiring age verification for minors' online access to pornography. [ more ]
Electronic Frontier Foundation
3 days ago
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Biden Signed the TikTok Ban. What's Next for TikTok Users?

Legislation passed to potentially ban TikTok in the U.S., impacting millions of users' information and communication methods. [ more ]
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Fast Company
3 days ago
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TSA's use of facial recognition technology prompts urgent calls for congressional oversight

Senators are advocating for restrictions on TSA's facial recognition technology to safeguard privacy and civil liberties. [ more ]
Theregister
1 day ago
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Dating apps kiss'n'tell all sorts of sensitive user info

Dating apps collect excessive user information, struggle with privacy protection, and may share data with advertising networks. [ more ]
Theregister
1 week ago
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UK's Investigatory Powers Bill approved to become law

The UK's Investigatory Powers (Amendment) Bill 2024 has enhanced digital surveillance powers for national security and combating online abuse. [ more ]
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Iapp
1 week ago
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A regulatory roadmap to AI and privacy

AI technologies are enhancements of existing technologies; privacy issues in AI are extensions of traditional privacy concerns, requiring a holistic approach to regulation. [ more ]
Tech.co
4 days ago
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6 Ways Remote Workers Can Stop Their Boss Spying on Them

Remote work has privacy risks due to cybersecurity threats and employer monitoring, requiring tools for staying secure online. [ more ]
Iapp
3 days ago
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Notes from the IAPP Europe, 3 May 2024

The EU Data Act is a crucial and impactful regulation that is often underestimated compared to the EU's Artificial Intelligence Act. [ more ]
ITPro
3 days ago
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UK councils are paying out a fortune in data breach claims

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UK Councils are forking out tens of thousands of pounds in data breach claims, freedom of information requests have revealed.
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The Drum
2 days ago
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Healthy cookies: Why it's still so hard to get healthcare professionals to opt in

Amid data deprecation, healthcare marketing faces challenges balancing data acquisition and privacy concerns, requiring personalized strategies to enhance cookie acceptance rates for HCPs. [ more ]
Fast Company
1 week ago
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Banning TikTok just puts a Band-Aid over social media's problems

President Biden signed a $95 billion foreign aid bill into law, triggering a deadline for ByteDance to sell TikTok to avoid U.S. ban. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 week ago
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Kaiser Permanente notifies 13.4 million members of data breach. City of Hope also reported breach

Kaiser Permanente apologized for inadvertently transmitting members' search information to Google and other platforms, affecting 13.4 million individuals. [ more ]
Fast Company
1 week ago
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What Colorado's new law means for brain wave privacy in the Neuralink era

Governor signed Colorado Privacy Act protecting brainwave data privacy, mirroring laws for fingerprints and facial recognition. Neurotechnology's rapid growth prompts urgent privacy measures in other states. [ more ]
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The Mercury News
6 days ago
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Kaiser Permanente may have sent private patient data to Google, Microsoft and X

Oakland-based health plan Kaiser Permanente said its websites and apps may have inappropriately sent members' private information to tech giants including Alphabet Inc., Microsoft Corp. and the social media company X.
The Drum
5 days ago
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3 ways healthcare marketers can navigate the shifting data privacy landscape

Building high-quality data remains vital for healthcare audience engagement amidst evolving privacy regulations.
Consumer privacy regulations vary globally, requiring brands to navigate nuances to ensure compliance in healthcare marketing. [ more ]
Amazic
6 days ago
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8 security challenges associated with distributed tracing and strategies for addressing them - Amazic

Distributed tracing plays a crucial role in software development but faces security challenges like increased attack surface and data exposure. [ more ]
Want to learn how #XR & immersive tech is powered by the interplay of sensors, data, algorithms & more? Curious how these relationships introduce unique #privacy & #dataprotection risks? Read our infographic to learn more! https://t.co/f0zaO8nbw1
Future of Privacy Forum
6 months ago
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New Infographic Highlights XR Technology Data Flows and Privacy Risks - Future of Privacy Forum

Businesses developing XR technologies need to consider privacy and data protection risks.
FPF released an infographic visualizing XR data flows and highlighting potential risks. [ more ]
#DYK: Organizations could use pupil dilation and gaze #data to potentially infer information—whether accurate or not—about the user, such as their sexual orientation, age, gender, race, & more. ????️

Learn more in our infographic. https://t.co/f0zaO8nbw1
Future of Privacy Forum
6 months ago
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New Infographic Highlights XR Technology Data Flows and Privacy Risks - Future of Privacy Forum

Businesses developing XR technologies need to consider privacy and data protection risks.
FPF released an infographic visualizing XR data flows and highlighting potential risks. [ more ]
Did you know? Popular consumer apps like #Venmo and #PayPal are considered part of the #OpenBanking ecosystem? Our infographic provides critical insights into Open Banking and its role in people’s financial interactions. ???? https://t.co/EfzHXqmVsl
Future of Privacy Forum
6 months ago
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FPF Releases Infographic to Explore Implications of Open Banking Data Flows and Security for Individuals - Future of Privacy Forum

Open banking involves customer-permissioned data transfers between organizations, enabling new products and services.
The US open banking ecosystem can be confusing for customers and organizations due to unclear roles, responsibilities, and consent rules. [ more ]
#IYCMI: FPF's age assurance infographic analyzes the risks and potential harms associated with attempting to discern someone’s age online, as well as potential mitigation tools. Download our full analysis! ???? https://t.co/vFBObzSXQz
Future of Privacy Forum
6 months ago
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New FPF Infographic Analyzes Age Assurance Technology & Privacy Tradeoffs

FPF released an infographic analyzing the risks and tradeoffs of age assurance technologies
Age declaration offers the lowest privacy risks but also the lowest accuracy
Age estimation methods can be effective, but less accurate within narrow age ranges
Age verification with government ID and biometrics provides the highest level of certainty [ more ]
Entrepreneur
1 week ago
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FTC Is Paying Ring Customers Millions in Amazon Settlement | Entrepreneur

If personal footage from a Ring camera was accessed without consent, customers might receive a significant payout. [ more ]
TeachPrivacy
1 week ago
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Murky Consent: An Approach to the Fictions of Consent in Privacy Law - FINAL VERSION

Privacy consent in law is often fictitious, and focusing on acknowledging and managing these fictions is more beneficial than trying to turn them into truths. [ more ]
TeachPrivacy
1 week ago
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A Regulatory Roadmap to AI and Privacy

Over at IAPP News, I wrote a short essay called A Regulatory Roadmap to AI and Privacy.It summarizes my longer article, Artificial Intelligence and Privacy.
ITPro
1 week ago
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Everything you need to know about the Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Act

Organizations urged to prepare for UK's Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Act (PSTI) by the end of April. [ more ]
Fast Company
1 week ago
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Ring customers can expect a payment from the FTC, thanks to a video privacy settlement

The Federal Trade Commission is sending more than $5.6 million in refunds to consumers as part of a settlement with Amazon-owned Ring, which was charged with failing to protect private video footage from outside access.
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www.ocregister.com
1 week ago
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Who's selling your digital data? California offers tools to protect online privacy

California requires data brokers to report location data sales, revealing extensive personal data collection. [ more ]
euronews
1 week ago
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Facebook not allowed to use public data for targeted ads; opinion says

EU data protection rules restrict unlimited use of personal data; publicly shared information may not be utilized for targeted ads without time limit. [ more ]
Kqed
1 week ago
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Worried About Data Brokers in California? Here's How to Protect Yourself Online | KQED

The article highlights how data brokers track personal information and the need for consumer data protection regulations. [ more ]
Bitcoin Magazine - Bitcoin News, Articles and Expert Insights
1 week ago
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The Patriot Act 2.0

Edward Snowden criticizes FISA 702 renewal as a major privacy rights infringement. [ more ]
Electronic Frontier Foundation
1 week ago
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U.S. Senate and Biden Administration Shamefully Renew and Expand FISA Section 702, Ushering in a Two Year Expansion of Unconstitutional Mass Surveillance

RISAA bill expands government surveillance authority, including Section 702 of FISA, with minimal reforms. [ more ]
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Iapp
1 week ago
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A regulatory roadmap to AI and privacy

AI is raising complex privacy issues, highlighting the need for a rethink in privacy laws and a holistic approach to address the problems. [ more ]
The Mercury News
1 week ago
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Who's selling your digital data? California offers tools to protect online privacy

Data brokers collect and sell personal data, including location and health information, raising privacy concerns. [ more ]
www.ocregister.com
1 week ago
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$5.6 million in refunds going to Ring customers in video privacy settlement

The FTC is providing $5.6 million in refunds to Ring customers due to privacy breaches. [ more ]
Iapp
1 week ago
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A regulatory roadmap to AI and privacy

AI is highlighting the need for a comprehensive reevaluation of privacy laws, rather than creating separate legislation for AI privacy issues. [ more ]
Fast Company
1 week ago
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Ring customers, you might get a PayPal refund from the FTC after a privacy lawsuit was settled

FTC issues refunds over $5.6 million to Ring customers due to privacy and security breaches. [ more ]
euronews
1 week ago
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Online privacy advocates call to revive stalled legal reforms

Call for halt to surveillance ads and Facebook-style pay-or-consent models, protect encrypted communication. [ more ]
TechCrunch
1 week ago
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Meta could face further squeeze on surveillance ads model in EU | TechCrunch

Meta's tracking ads business in the EU may face legal challenges due to limits on data use for targeted advertising. [ more ]
CalMatters
1 week ago
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Who's selling your digital data? California gives you tools to protect your online privacy

Data brokers like Near Intelligence and Outlogic sell location and personal data, potentially compromising user privacy. [ more ]
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Iapp
1 week ago
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Delivering on privacy, enabling trusted innovation a 'passion' for Workday's Cosgrove

Privacy professionals must balance AI governance with traditional privacy issues to ensure data protection and compliance.
Maintaining privacy and security programs is crucial while engaging with AI technology for responsible innovation. [ more ]
channelpro
1 week ago
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Do you know your data's worth?

Data is rapidly growing, with its value increasing significantly; protecting data is crucial for businesses to prevent cyberattacks and financial loss. [ more ]
Eventbrite
1 week ago
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FPF Training: Building Blocks of Compliance with Youth Privacy Legislation

The FPF Training Program focuses on youth privacy legislation, offering strategies for compliance in a rapidly changing landscape. [ more ]
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Lookout Santa Cruz
1 week ago
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Who's selling your digital data? California gives you tools to protect your online privacy

A California law passed to delete data collected by over 450 companies on the data broker registry, including those selling personal and sensitive information. [ more ]
Theregister
1 week ago
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Feds' collab tools must be interoperable, encrypted - Wyden

Collaboration software in federal agencies must work together securely and be end-to-end encrypted if Senator Ron Wyden's legislation is enacted. [ more ]
CalMatters
1 week ago
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Who's selling your digital data? California gives you tools to protect your online privacy

Data brokers like Near Intelligence and Outlogic sell location and personal data, potentially compromising user privacy. [ more ]
Hindustan Times
1 week ago
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Nothing data leak: Company confirms 'vulnerability' affecting community member data

Data breach at UK-based smartphone company Nothing led to leaked email addresses of community members. [ more ]
Ars Technica
1 week ago
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Hackers are carrying out ransomware experiments in developing countries

Hackers target developing countries for ransomware testing before attacking richer nations. [ more ]
ITPro
1 week ago
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Euro police chiefs rekindle end-to-end encryption battle amid continued rollouts

End-to-end encryption can hinder law enforcement investigations, jeopardizing public safety. [ more ]
Future of Privacy Forum
1 week ago
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Maryland Online Data Privacy Act Goes to Governor Wes Moore

On April 6, the Maryland Senate concurred with House amendments to SB 541, the Maryland Online Data Privacy Act (MODPA), sending the bill to Governor Moore for signature.
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
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ASIO boss says privacy not absolute' as he urges social media companies to do more on extremism

Social media companies urged to assist law enforcement in tracking criminals and combating extremism. [ more ]
TechCrunch
1 week ago
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Mozilla finds that most dating apps are not great guardians of user data | TechCrunch

Dating apps are increasingly invading user privacy by collecting large amounts of personal data, as highlighted in Mozilla's study. [ more ]
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 week ago
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Grindr sued for allegedly sharing users' HIV status

Grindr is facing a lawsuit for allegedly sharing sensitive user data, breaching privacy laws. [ more ]
Theregister
1 week ago
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FBI and friends get 2 more years of expanded snooping powers

US reauthorized Section 702 of FISA for warrantless surveillance, expanding who can be compelled to spy, raising concerns about privacy and government overreach. [ more ]
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