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Privacy professionals
from24/7 Wall St.
4 weeks ago

This Is the Most Damaging Cyber Attack in History

Data commodification makes businesses and individuals vulnerable to cyber attacks.
State-sponsored hacking incidents like Stuxnet highlight the severity of cyber threats.
WannaCry's extensive impact exemplifies the financial risks associated with ransomware attacks.
NotPetya demonstrated the catastrophic effects of sophisticated cyber assaults on organizations.
Business intelligence
fromInfoWorld
10 hours ago

Apiiro launches AI-powered risk analysis map for software

Apiiro's Software Graph Visualization offers real-time insights into software architecture, vulnerabilities, and risk through interactive AI-powered maps.
Information security
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Major U.S. banks pause data sharing with this federal bureau after a cyberattack exposed sensitive information

Major U.S. banks pause information-sharing with the OCC following a significant cyberattack.
Privacy professionals
from24/7 Wall St.
4 weeks ago

This Is the Most Damaging Cyber Attack in History

Data commodification makes businesses and individuals vulnerable to cyber attacks.
State-sponsored hacking incidents like Stuxnet highlight the severity of cyber threats.
WannaCry's extensive impact exemplifies the financial risks associated with ransomware attacks.
NotPetya demonstrated the catastrophic effects of sophisticated cyber assaults on organizations.
Business intelligence
fromInfoWorld
10 hours ago

Apiiro launches AI-powered risk analysis map for software

Apiiro's Software Graph Visualization offers real-time insights into software architecture, vulnerabilities, and risk through interactive AI-powered maps.
Information security
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Major U.S. banks pause data sharing with this federal bureau after a cyberattack exposed sensitive information

Major U.S. banks pause information-sharing with the OCC following a significant cyberattack.
more#cybersecurity
fromPrivacy International
23 hours ago
Privacy professionals

Transparencia Electoral's new index on data protection during elections in Latin America

Transparencia Electoral created an index assessing data protection in elections across 16 Latin American countries.
#privacy
Privacy professionals
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Judge Bars Social Security Officials From Giving DOGE Unredacted Data

Elon Musk's access to sensitive Social Security records is temporarily barred due to privacy concerns, focusing on individual data protection.
Privacy professionals
fromDigiday
5 days ago

Privacy fatigue is setting in after Google's cookie U-turn. But the search for alternatives hasn't stopped

The anticipated privacy reforms in advertising have largely failed, allowing major platforms to retain power instead of diminishing their influence.
Privacy technologies
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

How to Develop a Privacy-First Entity Recognition System | HackerNoon

The integration of Named Entity Recognition with knowledge graphs enhances the identification of personally identifiable information in text sanitization.
fromHackernoon
1 year ago
Privacy technologies

What Is Text Sanitization? Definitions, Privacy Laws, and NLP Approaches | HackerNoon

Privacy is a fundamental human right and is enforced through various international laws.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Judge Bars Social Security Officials From Giving DOGE Unredacted Data

Elon Musk's access to sensitive Social Security records is temporarily barred due to privacy concerns, focusing on individual data protection.
Privacy professionals
fromDigiday
5 days ago

Privacy fatigue is setting in after Google's cookie U-turn. But the search for alternatives hasn't stopped

The anticipated privacy reforms in advertising have largely failed, allowing major platforms to retain power instead of diminishing their influence.
Privacy technologies
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

How to Develop a Privacy-First Entity Recognition System | HackerNoon

The integration of Named Entity Recognition with knowledge graphs enhances the identification of personally identifiable information in text sanitization.
fromHackernoon
1 year ago
Privacy technologies

What Is Text Sanitization? Definitions, Privacy Laws, and NLP Approaches | HackerNoon

Privacy is a fundamental human right and is enforced through various international laws.
more#privacy
Privacy professionals
fromBusiness Matters
2 days ago

GDPR UK and Online Gambling: How Gambling Solicitors Protect Your Personal Data

The online gambling industry in the UK faces significant data protection issues despite existing regulations.
Many operators collect excessive data under the guise of compliance, leading to privacy concerns.
Privacy technologies
fromThe Verge
6 days ago

WhatsApp now lets you block people from exporting your entire chat history

WhatsApp's new Advanced Chat Privacy feature enhances user control over chat exports and media downloads.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

What to do if your phone is lost or stolen: practical steps to restore peace of mind

Losing a smartphone involves more than financial loss; it threatens personal security and data integrity.
Immediate steps can minimize risks related to data theft and help locate your device.
#meta
fromDeveloper Tech News
1 week ago
EU data protection

EU DMA: Apple and Meta hit with first major fines

The EU's Digital Markets Act enforces compliance, imposing fines on Apple and Meta for violating regulations.
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
EU data protection

Meta settles UK 'right to object to ad-tracking' lawsuit by agreeing not to track plaintiff | TechCrunch

Tanya O'Carroll secured a settlement with Meta, preventing them from using her data for targeted advertising.
The case sets a precedent for others to object to direct marketing by tech companies.
EU data protection
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Meta settles UK 'right to object to ad-tracking' lawsuit by agreeing not to track plaintiff | TechCrunch

Tanya O'Carroll secured a settlement with Meta, preventing them from using her data for targeted advertising.
The case sets a precedent for others to object to direct marketing by tech companies.
more#meta
fromTechzine Global
2 weeks ago
European startups

Scale Computing and Veeam join forces for enterprise data protection

Scale Computing and Veeam have partnered to enhance data protection capabilities on the Scale Computing Platform.
#android
fromGSMArena.com
2 weeks ago
Gadgets

Your Android phone now auto-restarts if it's been locked for three days

Google is enhancing Android security with a new auto-reboot feature in the latest Google Play Services update.
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago
Gadgets

Android phones will soon reboot if they're locked for a few days

Android introduces auto-reboot for inactive devices to increase data security.
fromGSMArena.com
2 weeks ago
Gadgets

Your Android phone now auto-restarts if it's been locked for three days

Google is enhancing Android security with a new auto-reboot feature in the latest Google Play Services update.
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago
Gadgets

Android phones will soon reboot if they're locked for a few days

Android introduces auto-reboot for inactive devices to increase data security.
more#android
fromBusiness Matters
2 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Ensuring Compliance with Industry Standards Through Code Review Services

Code reviews are essential for maintaining compliance and ensuring high-quality software in regulated industries.
#elon-musk
Privacy professionals
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Judge Blocks Education Officials From Providing Sensitive Data to Musk's Team

Federal judge blocks access to personal data for Elon Musk's team amid privacy concerns.
The Privacy Act of 1974 mandates protection of sensitive personal information.
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

An OpenAI social network: It's all about user attention and human-generated data

OpenAI is reportedly launching a social network to gain user attention and data for AI model training.
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago
EU data protection

DOGE, once cut off from Treasury systems, is back inside

A federal judge has allowed limited access to Treasury systems for a DOGE staff member after concerns about data protection were addressed.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Judge Blocks Education Officials From Providing Sensitive Data to Musk's Team

Federal judge blocks access to personal data for Elon Musk's team amid privacy concerns.
The Privacy Act of 1974 mandates protection of sensitive personal information.
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago
EU data protection

DOGE, once cut off from Treasury systems, is back inside

A federal judge has allowed limited access to Treasury systems for a DOGE staff member after concerns about data protection were addressed.
more#elon-musk
#law-enforcement
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
3 weeks ago
EU data protection

EFF, Civil Society Groups, Academics Call on UK Home Secretary to Address Flawed Data Bill

The DUA Bill poses significant risks to data protection and fairness in automated law enforcement decisions.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
3 weeks ago
EU data protection

EFF, Civil Society Groups, Academics Call on UK Home Secretary to Address Flawed Data Bill

The DUA Bill poses significant risks to data protection and fairness in automated law enforcement decisions.
more#law-enforcement
Gadgets
fromDeveloper Tech News
3 weeks ago

Google enhances Android Studio with enterprise Gemini AI tools

Google's new enterprise Gemini AI tools enhance data protection and security for Android Studio users, ensuring compliance with strict privacy standards.
#cyber-security
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Government faces claims of serious security and data protection problems in One Login digital ID | Computer Weekly

The One Login system faces serious data protection and security issues, risking breaches and identity theft.
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

NCSC proposes three-step plan to move to quantum-safe encryption | Computer Weekly

The UK NCSC offers guidance for organizations to transition to post-quantum cryptography by 2035 to protect against future security threats.
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Government faces claims of serious security and data protection problems in One Login digital ID | Computer Weekly

The One Login system faces serious data protection and security issues, risking breaches and identity theft.
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

NCSC proposes three-step plan to move to quantum-safe encryption | Computer Weekly

The UK NCSC offers guidance for organizations to transition to post-quantum cryptography by 2035 to protect against future security threats.
more#cyber-security
Privacy professionals
fromComputerworld
2 weeks ago

Discover Financial Services exec: GenAI isn't yet ready for prime time

Generative AI tools are evolving in financial services, but regulatory challenges and data protection remain significant concerns.
#ai-security
fromApp Developer Magazine
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Kong AI Gateway latest version released | App Developer Magazine

Kong AI Gateway 3.10 enhances AI security and governance for GenAI with new automated features.
The update aims to reduce Large Language Model hallucinations and protect personal data.
fromApp Developer Magazine
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Kong AI Gateway latest version released | App Developer Magazine

Kong AI Gateway 3.10 enhances AI security and governance for GenAI with new automated features.
The update aims to reduce Large Language Model hallucinations and protect personal data.
more#ai-security
fromPrivacy International
9 months ago
EU data protection

Producing real change: key highlights of our 2024 results

Privacy International made significant advancements in consumer protection and data privacy challenges against corporate excesses in early 2024.
Privacy professionals
fromITPro
3 weeks ago

ICO admits it's too slow dealing with complaints - so it's eying up automation to cut staff workloads

UK's ICO has apologized for slow response times to data protection complaints due to rising workloads, with only 12% addressed within 90 days.
#legislation
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
4 weeks ago

Democratic Senators Call for Privacy Act Reform in Response to DOGE Takeover

The proposed bill seeks to reform the government's use of the 'routine use' exemption to protect citizens' private data.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

State AGs Must Act: EFF Expands Call to Investigate Crisis Pregnancy Centers

Crisis pregnancy centers are under scrutiny for privacy violations and misleading practices, prompting calls for investigations and legislative action across several states.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
4 weeks ago

Democratic Senators Call for Privacy Act Reform in Response to DOGE Takeover

The proposed bill seeks to reform the government's use of the 'routine use' exemption to protect citizens' private data.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

State AGs Must Act: EFF Expands Call to Investigate Crisis Pregnancy Centers

Crisis pregnancy centers are under scrutiny for privacy violations and misleading practices, prompting calls for investigations and legislative action across several states.
more#legislation
UK politics
fromExchangewire
4 weeks ago

Labour's Impact on UK Ad Tech: What has changed so far? - ExchangeWire.com

Labour's victory has initiated significant reforms in data protection and funding for creative industries in the UK ad tech ecosystem.
fromHackernoon
4 years ago
Privacy technologies

People Actually Read Privacy Policies - Then This Happened Next | HackerNoon

Privacy policies have become increasingly complex, making it difficult for users to understand their data usage rights.
fromDatabreaches
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Canada's Privacy Commissioner launches breach risk self-assessment tool for organizations

Privacy Commissioner launches online tool for assessing data breach risk to individuals.
Organizations can evaluate harm likelihood post-data breach using a web-based application.
#genetic-testing
EU data protection
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

23andMe: Privacy risks of gene data being sold or leaked DW 03/27/2025

The bankruptcy of 23andMe raises concerns about potential genetic discrimination and data privacy risks for its customers.
EU data protection
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

23andMe: Privacy risks of gene data being sold or leaked DW 03/27/2025

The bankruptcy of 23andMe raises concerns about potential genetic discrimination and data privacy risks for its customers.
more#genetic-testing
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

When Scientists Don't Correct Errors, Misinformation and Deadly Consequences Can Follow

Scientific journals face challenges in correcting statistical errors in studies, often leading to detrimental consequences for patients.
fromPrivacy International
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

PI response to Home Office consultation on codes of practice under the Investigatory Powers (Amendment) Act 2024

The IPAA raises significant privacy concerns by introducing Low Privacy bulk personal datasets, lacking essential safeguards against abuse.
#cloudflare
fromArs Technica
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Cloudflare turns AI against itself with endless maze of irrelevant facts

Cloudflare introduces 'AI Labyrinth' to combat unauthorized AI web scraping by serving fake content that wastes scraper resources.
fromTheregister
1 month ago
Marketing tech

Cloudflare builds an AI to make life hell for other AIs

Cloudflare launches AI Labyrinth tool to confuse AI crawlers, protecting content by feeding them low-value, AI-generated pages.
Artificial intelligence
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Cloudflare turns AI against itself with endless maze of irrelevant facts

Cloudflare introduces 'AI Labyrinth' to combat unauthorized AI web scraping by serving fake content that wastes scraper resources.
Marketing tech
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Cloudflare builds an AI to make life hell for other AIs

Cloudflare launches AI Labyrinth tool to confuse AI crawlers, protecting content by feeding them low-value, AI-generated pages.
more#cloudflare
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