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US news
fromWashington Post
6 months ago

His daughter was murdered. Then she reappeared as an AI chatbot.

AI technology can create chatbots using sensitive personal information without consent, raising ethical concerns.
The incident reflects serious gaps in AI industry safety practices.
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Trump Wants to Merge Government Data. Here Are 314 Things It Might Know About You.

The federal government's extensive personal data on citizens may soon be consolidated under a new executive order for better access and management.
US news
fromWashington Post
6 months ago

His daughter was murdered. Then she reappeared as an AI chatbot.

AI technology can create chatbots using sensitive personal information without consent, raising ethical concerns.
The incident reflects serious gaps in AI industry safety practices.
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Trump Wants to Merge Government Data. Here Are 314 Things It Might Know About You.

The federal government's extensive personal data on citizens may soon be consolidated under a new executive order for better access and management.
more#privacy-concerns
#data-privacy
Privacy technologies
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Alarming report finds Apple is giving Americans' data to US government

Big Tech companies are increasingly sharing personal data with the US government, raising privacy concerns.
Significant increases in data-sharing rates have been reported among major companies like Apple, Google, and Meta.
Privacy professionals
fromNewsNation
7 months ago

FTC: Social media companies using 'vast surveillance' on users

The FTC report highlights extensive surveillance of users by tech companies, emphasizing inadequate protections for consumer privacy.
fromtime.com
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

How to Be Kind in a World That's Always Monitoring You

The proliferation of smart devices leads to pervasive data collection, raising concerns about privacy and safety.
Users must trust companies to handle their data responsibly, often without alternative options.
fromCT Mirror
3 months ago
Privacy professionals

How CT residents can block web tracking: New privacy provision

Connecticut facilitates consumers' choice to opt out of targeted advertising through a new tool, enhancing data privacy rights.
fromTheregister
9 months ago
Cars

US senators claim car makers sold driver data for pennies

US senators call for FTC probe and potential prosecution of automakers for selling personal data without explicit permission.
Privacy technologies
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Alarming report finds Apple is giving Americans' data to US government

Big Tech companies are increasingly sharing personal data with the US government, raising privacy concerns.
Significant increases in data-sharing rates have been reported among major companies like Apple, Google, and Meta.
Privacy professionals
fromNewsNation
7 months ago

FTC: Social media companies using 'vast surveillance' on users

The FTC report highlights extensive surveillance of users by tech companies, emphasizing inadequate protections for consumer privacy.
fromtime.com
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

How to Be Kind in a World That's Always Monitoring You

The proliferation of smart devices leads to pervasive data collection, raising concerns about privacy and safety.
Users must trust companies to handle their data responsibly, often without alternative options.
fromCT Mirror
3 months ago
Privacy professionals

How CT residents can block web tracking: New privacy provision

Connecticut facilitates consumers' choice to opt out of targeted advertising through a new tool, enhancing data privacy rights.
fromTheregister
9 months ago
Cars

US senators claim car makers sold driver data for pennies

US senators call for FTC probe and potential prosecution of automakers for selling personal data without explicit permission.
more#data-privacy
#technology
Wearables
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The bot asked me four times a day how I was feeling': is tracking everything actually good for us?

Self-tracking has evolved from niche interest to common practice, with many using technology to record various aspects of their daily lives.
fromMashable India
6 months ago
Digital life

'Most Traumatic Bumble Story': Bengaluru Woman Claims Being Stalked By Creepy Ex Via Food Delivery App

Stalking using personal data from apps raises serious privacy concerns, as demonstrated in the case shared by Rupal Madhup.
Wearables
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The bot asked me four times a day how I was feeling': is tracking everything actually good for us?

Self-tracking has evolved from niche interest to common practice, with many using technology to record various aspects of their daily lives.
fromMashable India
6 months ago
Digital life

'Most Traumatic Bumble Story': Bengaluru Woman Claims Being Stalked By Creepy Ex Via Food Delivery App

Stalking using personal data from apps raises serious privacy concerns, as demonstrated in the case shared by Rupal Madhup.
more#technology
#elon-musk
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Judge leaves intact a ban on DOGE access to Treasury records pending a hearing Friday

A federal judge upheld a ban preventing Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency from accessing sensitive Treasury records pertaining to millions of Americans.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

How to Back Up All Your Data and Important Documents

Elon Musk's access to federal agencies raises concerns about personal data vulnerability.
Backing up important data is crucial for personal security and peace of mind.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Judge leaves intact a ban on DOGE access to Treasury records pending a hearing Friday

A federal judge upheld a ban preventing Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency from accessing sensitive Treasury records pertaining to millions of Americans.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

How to Back Up All Your Data and Important Documents

Elon Musk's access to federal agencies raises concerns about personal data vulnerability.
Backing up important data is crucial for personal security and peace of mind.
more#elon-musk
#advertising
fromLe Monde.fr
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

These apps are tracking users' location without their knowledge

Many popular apps in France compromise user privacy by sharing location data for advertising.
Experts advocate for better transparency and protection regarding personal data usage.
fromYahoo
8 months ago
Digital life

Yahoo is part of the Yahoo family of brands

Yahoo uses cookies to enhance user experience and personalizes advertising.
Users can manage their cookie preferences and privacy settings at any time.
fromLe Monde.fr
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

These apps are tracking users' location without their knowledge

Many popular apps in France compromise user privacy by sharing location data for advertising.
Experts advocate for better transparency and protection regarding personal data usage.
fromYahoo
8 months ago
Digital life

Yahoo is part of the Yahoo family of brands

Yahoo uses cookies to enhance user experience and personalizes advertising.
Users can manage their cookie preferences and privacy settings at any time.
more#advertising
Miscellaneous
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

Volkswagen leak exposed location data for 800,000 electric cars

Volkswagen experienced a significant data leak exposing the location and personal information of approximately 800,000 electric vehicle owners.
EU data protection
fromTechzine Global
4 months ago

EU declares when an LLM may use personal data

The EDPB provides guidelines for the use of personal data in LLMs, emphasizing case-by-case analysis by privacy regulators regarding anonymity and data processing.
#data-protection
EU data protection
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

EU privacy body weighs in on some tricky GenAI lawfulness questions | TechCrunch

The EDPB opinion advises AI developers on navigating GDPR for lawful data use in AI model development.
fromDatabreaches
5 months ago
EU data protection

Administrative fine of 330,000 issued to Polish medical company after a hacking incident

Data breaches can stem from poor risk management and failure to adhere to data security policies.
fromExchangewire
5 months ago
Privacy professionals

Privacy Statement (UK)

The privacy statement emphasizes user consent and data protection measures for UK residents.
EU data protection
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

EU privacy body weighs in on some tricky GenAI lawfulness questions | TechCrunch

The EDPB opinion advises AI developers on navigating GDPR for lawful data use in AI model development.
fromDatabreaches
5 months ago
EU data protection

Administrative fine of 330,000 issued to Polish medical company after a hacking incident

Data breaches can stem from poor risk management and failure to adhere to data security policies.
fromExchangewire
5 months ago
Privacy professionals

Privacy Statement (UK)

The privacy statement emphasizes user consent and data protection measures for UK residents.
more#data-protection
#cybersecurity
Privacy professionals
fromITPro
8 months ago

National Public Data breach: Lawsuit claims nearly three billion people had personal data exposed

A proposed class action lawsuit claims 2.9 billion people's data was leaked from National Public Data in a cyberattack.
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
7 months ago

Was your Social Security number leaked to the dark web? Here's how to find out

Massive data breach from National Public Data poses high risk of identity theft for millions due to leaked personal information.
Privacy professionals
fromITPro
6 months ago

800,000 users exposed in Landmark Admin data breach

A major cyberattack on Landmark Admin exposed sensitive data of 800,000 individuals, raising concerns about identity theft and cybersecurity practices.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago

What to Know About the Latest Social Security Number Breach

Cybersecurity breaches are frequent, and personal data vulnerabilities need serious attention.
Individuals must take proactive measures to secure their information amid constant threats.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.mercurynews.com
7 months ago

Hackers have stolen your personal information in a data breach. Now what?

The prevalence of data breaches is rising, leading to significant personal data exposure and potential identity theft risks.
Data breach information is a significant contributor to identity theft crimes, highlighting the difficulty in tracing specific breaches.
The surge in data breaches signifies a growing challenge for businesses and consumers in protecting sensitive information.
fromTechCrunch
5 months ago
Information security

Hot Topic data breach exposed personal data of 57 million customers | TechCrunch

Hot Topic's data breach has compromised personal information of 57 million customers, including sensitive data like partial credit card information.
The hacker behind the breach is demanding a ransom and has offered to sell the stolen data at reduced prices.
Privacy professionals
fromITPro
8 months ago

National Public Data breach: Lawsuit claims nearly three billion people had personal data exposed

A proposed class action lawsuit claims 2.9 billion people's data was leaked from National Public Data in a cyberattack.
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
7 months ago

Was your Social Security number leaked to the dark web? Here's how to find out

Massive data breach from National Public Data poses high risk of identity theft for millions due to leaked personal information.
Privacy professionals
fromITPro
6 months ago

800,000 users exposed in Landmark Admin data breach

A major cyberattack on Landmark Admin exposed sensitive data of 800,000 individuals, raising concerns about identity theft and cybersecurity practices.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago

What to Know About the Latest Social Security Number Breach

Cybersecurity breaches are frequent, and personal data vulnerabilities need serious attention.
Individuals must take proactive measures to secure their information amid constant threats.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.mercurynews.com
7 months ago

Hackers have stolen your personal information in a data breach. Now what?

The prevalence of data breaches is rising, leading to significant personal data exposure and potential identity theft risks.
Data breach information is a significant contributor to identity theft crimes, highlighting the difficulty in tracing specific breaches.
The surge in data breaches signifies a growing challenge for businesses and consumers in protecting sensitive information.
fromTechCrunch
5 months ago
Information security

Hot Topic data breach exposed personal data of 57 million customers | TechCrunch

Hot Topic's data breach has compromised personal information of 57 million customers, including sensitive data like partial credit card information.
The hacker behind the breach is demanding a ransom and has offered to sell the stolen data at reduced prices.
more#cybersecurity
#data-breach
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
8 months ago

Was your Social Security number leaked to the dark web? Here's how to know and what to do

A massive data breach at National Public Data exposes personal information of millions, posing a significant identity theft risk.
Have I Been Pwned is a crucial tool to check for personal data exposure.
Privacy professionals
fromITPro
11 months ago

BBC pension scheme data breach exposes more than 25,000 current and former employees

Data breach at BBC exposed personal data of 25,000+ staff, including names, national insurance numbers, dates of birth, and addresses.
fromwww.bbc.com
11 months ago
EU data protection

Council published residents' details on website

The Lewisham Council in south-east London mistakenly published personal details of residents commenting on a planning application online for nearly a year.
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
8 months ago

Was your Social Security number leaked to the dark web? Here's how to know and what to do

A massive data breach at National Public Data exposes personal information of millions, posing a significant identity theft risk.
Have I Been Pwned is a crucial tool to check for personal data exposure.
Privacy professionals
fromITPro
11 months ago

BBC pension scheme data breach exposes more than 25,000 current and former employees

Data breach at BBC exposed personal data of 25,000+ staff, including names, national insurance numbers, dates of birth, and addresses.
fromwww.bbc.com
11 months ago
EU data protection

Council published residents' details on website

The Lewisham Council in south-east London mistakenly published personal details of residents commenting on a planning application online for nearly a year.
more#data-breach
fromIapp
11 months ago
Data science

Breach impacts European Parliament recruitment data

PEOPLE, the European Parliament's recruitment tool, suffered a data breach affecting temporary staff members.
Privacy professionals
fromeuronews
1 year ago

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.
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