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#meta
Marketing tech
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Facebook considered offering an ad-free subscription after the Cambridge Analytica scandal

Meta's board considered ad-free subscriptions post-Cambridge Analytica to improve user privacy perceptions.
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Verge
29 minutes ago

WhatsApp is working on private AI chats in the cloud

Meta's 'Private Processing' feature for WhatsApp enables confidential AI interactions, ensuring user privacy and protecting against potential data breaches.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

WhatsApp defends 'optional' AI tool that cannot be turned off

WhatsApp's new AI feature is labeled as optional, yet users cannot disable it, leading to frustration.
fromFuturism
1 week ago
Marketing tech

Meta Made a Wild Screwup in the Documents It Showed in Court

Meta faces legal backlash for mishandling sensitive information about rivals during an antitrust trial.
Marketing tech
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Facebook considered offering an ad-free subscription after the Cambridge Analytica scandal

Meta's board considered ad-free subscriptions post-Cambridge Analytica to improve user privacy perceptions.
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Verge
29 minutes ago

WhatsApp is working on private AI chats in the cloud

Meta's 'Private Processing' feature for WhatsApp enables confidential AI interactions, ensuring user privacy and protecting against potential data breaches.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

WhatsApp defends 'optional' AI tool that cannot be turned off

WhatsApp's new AI feature is labeled as optional, yet users cannot disable it, leading to frustration.
fromFuturism
1 week ago
Marketing tech

Meta Made a Wild Screwup in the Documents It Showed in Court

Meta faces legal backlash for mishandling sensitive information about rivals during an antitrust trial.
more#meta
#data-security
fromFuturism
1 day ago
Privacy technologies

Microsoft's AI Secretly Copying All Your Private Messages

Microsoft relaunches Recall with upgrades for privacy but retains inherent risks due to its invasive nature.
fromThe Hacker News
22 hours ago
Privacy technologies

WhatsApp Launches Private Processing to Enable AI Features While Protecting Message Privacy

WhatsApp introduces Private Processing, enabling AI features while maintaining user privacy through secure message handling.
fromBusiness Insider
56 minutes ago
Privacy professionals

Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai says the government is risking the privacy of Google users in their 'most vulnerable moments'

Sundar Pichai warns that privacy risks may arise if Google is compelled to sell its data amidst an ongoing antitrust case.
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Ranking House Oversight member says DOGE has created 'chaos' at the Social Security Administration

DOGE's actions pose significant risks to Americans' privacy, data security, and access to Social Security benefits.
fromThe Mirror US
4 days ago
Privacy technologies

Apple warns all iPhone users to delete common app immediately over privacy issue

Apple's video encourages users to reconsider using Google Chrome due to privacy issues, positioning Safari as the better alternative.
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

DOGE is building a 'master database' of sensitive information, top Oversight Democrat says

The Department of Government Efficiency is creating a controversial cross-agency database that raises privacy concerns.
Privacy technologies
fromFuturism
1 day ago

Microsoft's AI Secretly Copying All Your Private Messages

Microsoft relaunches Recall with upgrades for privacy but retains inherent risks due to its invasive nature.
Privacy technologies
fromThe Hacker News
22 hours ago

WhatsApp Launches Private Processing to Enable AI Features While Protecting Message Privacy

WhatsApp introduces Private Processing, enabling AI features while maintaining user privacy through secure message handling.
Privacy professionals
fromBusiness Insider
56 minutes ago

Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai says the government is risking the privacy of Google users in their 'most vulnerable moments'

Sundar Pichai warns that privacy risks may arise if Google is compelled to sell its data amidst an ongoing antitrust case.
Privacy professionals
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

Ranking House Oversight member says DOGE has created 'chaos' at the Social Security Administration

DOGE's actions pose significant risks to Americans' privacy, data security, and access to Social Security benefits.
Privacy technologies
fromThe Mirror US
4 days ago

Apple warns all iPhone users to delete common app immediately over privacy issue

Apple's video encourages users to reconsider using Google Chrome due to privacy issues, positioning Safari as the better alternative.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

DOGE is building a 'master database' of sensitive information, top Oversight Democrat says

The Department of Government Efficiency is creating a controversial cross-agency database that raises privacy concerns.
more#data-security
#age-verification
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
23 hours ago
EU data protection

Age Verification in the European Union: The Commission's Age Verification App

The European Commission is developing a digital identity-driven age verification app to ensure safe access to age-restricted content.
fromGameSpot
1 week ago
EU data protection

Discord's New Age Verification Requires ID Or Face Scans For Some Users

Discord is testing an age-verification policy to restrict access to harmful material based on user age.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
23 hours ago
EU data protection

Age Verification in the European Union: The Commission's Age Verification App

The European Commission is developing a digital identity-driven age verification app to ensure safe access to age-restricted content.
fromGameSpot
1 week ago
EU data protection

Discord's New Age Verification Requires ID Or Face Scans For Some Users

Discord is testing an age-verification policy to restrict access to harmful material based on user age.
more#age-verification
fromTheregister
5 hours ago
Web frameworks

Alt-browser Flow breezes through 90% of web tests

Flow browser now passes 90% of web-platform-tests, marking a significant milestone for compliance with EU regulations.
#cybersecurity
Privacy technologies
fromTheregister
19 hours ago

TAKE IT DOWN Act passes Congress, alarms rights groups

The TAKE IT DOWN Act aims to protect individuals from non-consensual sharing of explicit images, but raises concerns about free speech and potential abuse.
fromDatabreaches
1 week ago
Information security

Cyberattack targets thousands of students, staff members at Baltimore City Public Schools

A cyberattack on Baltimore City Public Schools exposed sensitive information of thousands, highlighting a critical need for enhanced cybersecurity.
fromZDNET
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

NymVPN: Introducing a security-first decentralized VPN with a Mixnet flair

NymVPN aims to redefine user privacy by utilizing decentralized technologies for enhanced security and anonymity.
fromZDNET
6 days ago
Privacy technologies

The 4 VPNs I swear by for Linux - and why I trust them

Linux is powerful but lacks built-in traffic anonymization; a VPN is essential for enhanced online security.
Privacy technologies
fromTheregister
19 hours ago

TAKE IT DOWN Act passes Congress, alarms rights groups

The TAKE IT DOWN Act aims to protect individuals from non-consensual sharing of explicit images, but raises concerns about free speech and potential abuse.
Information security
fromDatabreaches
1 week ago

Cyberattack targets thousands of students, staff members at Baltimore City Public Schools

A cyberattack on Baltimore City Public Schools exposed sensitive information of thousands, highlighting a critical need for enhanced cybersecurity.
fromZDNET
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

NymVPN: Introducing a security-first decentralized VPN with a Mixnet flair

NymVPN aims to redefine user privacy by utilizing decentralized technologies for enhanced security and anonymity.
fromZDNET
6 days ago
Privacy technologies

The 4 VPNs I swear by for Linux - and why I trust them

Linux is powerful but lacks built-in traffic anonymization; a VPN is essential for enhanced online security.
more#cybersecurity
#safety
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago
Parenting

My Husband Doesn't Want to Allow Our Daughter to Lock Her Door. But I Think She Might Have a Good Reason.

Establishing boundaries and privacy for children is crucial, even if it means implementing a lock with precautions.
fromIrish Independent
22 hours ago
UK politics

Food-delivery drones could require regulation, says Taoiseach

Drones are now delivering food in Dublin, raising concerns about regulations, safety, and privacy for residents.
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago
Parenting

My Husband Doesn't Want to Allow Our Daughter to Lock Her Door. But I Think She Might Have a Good Reason.

Establishing boundaries and privacy for children is crucial, even if it means implementing a lock with precautions.
fromIrish Independent
22 hours ago
UK politics

Food-delivery drones could require regulation, says Taoiseach

Drones are now delivering food in Dublin, raising concerns about regulations, safety, and privacy for residents.
more#safety
#whatsapp
fromGSMArena.com
1 week ago
Mobile UX

WhatsApp's messages and channel updates translation is available for beta users

WhatsApp's new translation feature allows on-device translation of messages in multiple languages without an internet connection.
fromWIRED
22 hours ago
Artificial intelligence

WhatsApp Is Gambling That It Can Add AI Features Without Compromising Privacy

Meta's Private Processing aims to enhance WhatsApp's AI while minimizing risks, unlike Apple's all-encompassing design for its Intelligence platform.
fromSocial Media Today
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

WhatsApp Adds Advanced Chat Privacy Setting to Protect User Data

WhatsApp introduces 'Advanced Chat Privacy' to enhance user control over chat content sharing.
fromEngadget
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

WhatsApp introduces a feature that blocks chat participants from sharing content

WhatsApp's Advanced Chat Privacy feature prevents conversation sharing outside the app.
fromGSMArena.com
1 week ago
Mobile UX

WhatsApp's messages and channel updates translation is available for beta users

WhatsApp's new translation feature allows on-device translation of messages in multiple languages without an internet connection.
fromWIRED
22 hours ago
Artificial intelligence

WhatsApp Is Gambling That It Can Add AI Features Without Compromising Privacy

Meta's Private Processing aims to enhance WhatsApp's AI while minimizing risks, unlike Apple's all-encompassing design for its Intelligence platform.
fromSocial Media Today
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

WhatsApp Adds Advanced Chat Privacy Setting to Protect User Data

WhatsApp introduces 'Advanced Chat Privacy' to enhance user control over chat content sharing.
fromEngadget
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

WhatsApp introduces a feature that blocks chat participants from sharing content

WhatsApp's Advanced Chat Privacy feature prevents conversation sharing outside the app.
more#whatsapp
#data-breach
Privacy professionals
fromSecuritymagazine
1 day ago

Security leaders share thoughts on Blue Shield of California data breach

Blue Shield of California's data breach potentially affected 4.7 million members' protected health information due to improper data sharing with Google Analytics.
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Blue Shield of California shared the private health data of millions with Google for years | TechCrunch

Blue Shield of California shared millions of patients' private health information with Google, impacting 4.7 million individuals due to a data breach.
fromSecuritymagazine
5 days ago
Privacy professionals

More than 20,000 sensitive medical records exposed

A non-password-protected database containing over 21,000 medical records belonging to Atrium Health was discovered, potentially exposing sensitive patient information.
fromBoston.com
4 days ago
Privacy professionals

Cape sheriff's office employee on leave after data breach

An employee at the Barnstable County Sheriff's Office has been placed on leave for leaking sensitive employee information.
fromDatabreaches
4 days ago
EU data protection

Oregon court dismisses lawsuit over 2023 MOVEit data breach affecting 3.5 million Oregonians

A judge dismissed a lawsuit related to the MOVEit data breach affecting 3.5 million Oregonians, ruling financial losses were not proven.
Privacy professionals
fromSecuritymagazine
1 day ago

Security leaders share thoughts on Blue Shield of California data breach

Blue Shield of California's data breach potentially affected 4.7 million members' protected health information due to improper data sharing with Google Analytics.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Blue Shield of California shared the private health data of millions with Google for years | TechCrunch

Blue Shield of California shared millions of patients' private health information with Google, impacting 4.7 million individuals due to a data breach.
Privacy professionals
fromSecuritymagazine
5 days ago

More than 20,000 sensitive medical records exposed

A non-password-protected database containing over 21,000 medical records belonging to Atrium Health was discovered, potentially exposing sensitive patient information.
fromBoston.com
4 days ago
Privacy professionals

Cape sheriff's office employee on leave after data breach

An employee at the Barnstable County Sheriff's Office has been placed on leave for leaking sensitive employee information.
fromDatabreaches
4 days ago
EU data protection

Oregon court dismisses lawsuit over 2023 MOVEit data breach affecting 3.5 million Oregonians

A judge dismissed a lawsuit related to the MOVEit data breach affecting 3.5 million Oregonians, ruling financial losses were not proven.
more#data-breach
#google
fromForbes
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

Google Suddenly Confirms New Tracking Nightmare For All Chrome Users

Google reverses plans to eliminate third-party cookies, continuing their use in Chrome, raising privacy concerns among users.
fromArs Technica
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

Google won't ditch third-party cookies in Chrome after all

Google's Privacy Sandbox initiative is ongoing but faces challenges amid privacy improvements and legal scrutiny.
The rollout of enhanced privacy features in Chrome's Incognito Mode is set to change how user data is handled.
fromLifehacker
1 day ago
Privacy technologies

Nine Changes You Need to Make to Your Google Security and Privacy Settings

Google provides extensive privacy and security tools for users to manage their data effectively.
fromComputerworld
5 days ago
Privacy technologies

Analysts weigh in on enterprise impact if Google forced to sell Chrome

The Google antitrust trial raises complex issues about privacy and competition in tech.
fromSearch Engine Roundtable
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

Google Won't Release Alternative To Third-Party Cookies In Chrome

Google abandons new alternative for third-party cookies in Chrome, maintaining current privacy settings.
fromAndroid Central
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

Google responds to allegations by DOJ in antitrust suit

Google argues that the antitrust ruling will complicate user access to its services and could jeopardize user privacy.
Privacy technologies
fromForbes
1 week ago

Google Suddenly Confirms New Tracking Nightmare For All Chrome Users

Google reverses plans to eliminate third-party cookies, continuing their use in Chrome, raising privacy concerns among users.
Privacy technologies
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Google won't ditch third-party cookies in Chrome after all

Google's Privacy Sandbox initiative is ongoing but faces challenges amid privacy improvements and legal scrutiny.
The rollout of enhanced privacy features in Chrome's Incognito Mode is set to change how user data is handled.
more#google
philosophy
fromApaonline
1 day ago

Nightclubs, Surveillance, and Nietzsche: The Dance Between Power and Freedom

Social surveillance persists in nightlife, highlighting the tension between perceived freedom and internalized scrutiny.
fromNew York Post
1 day ago
Parenting

Rupert Grint announces the birth of 'secret child' with actress Georgia Groome

Rupert Grint and Georgia Groome have welcomed their second child, keeping the news private until after the birth.
#text-sanitization
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

5 Ways to Measure Privacy Risks in Text Data | HackerNoon

Overmasking in text sanitization may lead to unnecessary information loss, while many detected spans can remain in clear text with low re-identification risk.
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

5 Ways to Measure Privacy Risks in Text Data | HackerNoon

Overmasking in text sanitization may lead to unnecessary information loss, while many detected spans can remain in clear text with low re-identification risk.
more#text-sanitization
#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.
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.
fromZDNET
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

7 simple things I always do on Android to protect my privacy - and why you should too

Android's popularity makes it a target for security breaches, but users can enhance their privacy with simple steps.
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.
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.
fromZDNET
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

7 simple things I always do on Android to protect my privacy - and why you should too

Android's popularity makes it a target for security breaches, but users can enhance their privacy with simple steps.
more#data-protection
#law-enforcement
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
1 week ago

Biometrics vs. passcodes: What lawyers say if you're worried about warrantless phone searches

US authorities are increasingly searching smartphones without warrants, raising serious privacy concerns.
American citizens are questioning their rights regarding smartphone searches by law enforcement.
Digital life
fromWIRED
1 week ago

How Americans Are Surveilled During Protests

Protesters must understand surveillance technology to protect their privacy and safety.
Staying informed about law enforcement's surveillance methods is essential for those demonstrating against government policies.
fromNew York Post
1 day ago
Black Lives Matter

Ashanti recalls terrifying ordeal of being harassed by convicted stalker for years: 'It changed my life'

Ashanti's experience with stalking profoundly impacted her life, highlighting issues of fame, safety, and privacy.
The severity of stalking can escalate quickly, affecting not just the victim but their family.
Legal action is often necessary in stalking situations, but outcomes can be unpredictable.
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
1 week ago

Biometrics vs. passcodes: What lawyers say if you're worried about warrantless phone searches

US authorities are increasingly searching smartphones without warrants, raising serious privacy concerns.
American citizens are questioning their rights regarding smartphone searches by law enforcement.
Digital life
fromWIRED
1 week ago

How Americans Are Surveilled During Protests

Protesters must understand surveillance technology to protect their privacy and safety.
Staying informed about law enforcement's surveillance methods is essential for those demonstrating against government policies.
fromNew York Post
1 day ago
Black Lives Matter

Ashanti recalls terrifying ordeal of being harassed by convicted stalker for years: 'It changed my life'

Ashanti's experience with stalking profoundly impacted her life, highlighting issues of fame, safety, and privacy.
The severity of stalking can escalate quickly, affecting not just the victim but their family.
Legal action is often necessary in stalking situations, but outcomes can be unpredictable.
more#law-enforcement
#social-media
Parenting
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Maire Treasa Ni Cheallaigh: Too many parents are falling into the dangerous trap of sharing their children online as 'content'

Children's lives are increasingly public from birth due to social media's reach and impact on privacy.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
2 weeks ago
Social media marketing

Survey shows Facebook's impact on social connections in the UK

Facebook connects users but also risks mental health through negative emotions and privacy issues.
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago
Privacy technologies

Influencer and family forced to move after address leaked online as one visitor made threats at their home

Public admiration can invade private life, causing anxiety and fear for families in the spotlight.
fromEngadget
1 day ago
Privacy technologies

How to delete your Twitter (or X) account

Deleting an X account requires deactivation for 30 days before permanent deletion.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago
Social media marketing

I won't put my relationships online again, says Lilly Sabri

Lilly Sabri emphasizes the permanence of online sharing and the need to prioritize privacy after personal upheaval.
Parenting
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Maire Treasa Ni Cheallaigh: Too many parents are falling into the dangerous trap of sharing their children online as 'content'

Children's lives are increasingly public from birth due to social media's reach and impact on privacy.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
2 weeks ago
Social media marketing

Survey shows Facebook's impact on social connections in the UK

Facebook connects users but also risks mental health through negative emotions and privacy issues.
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago
Privacy technologies

Influencer and family forced to move after address leaked online as one visitor made threats at their home

Public admiration can invade private life, causing anxiety and fear for families in the spotlight.
fromEngadget
1 day ago
Privacy technologies

How to delete your Twitter (or X) account

Deleting an X account requires deactivation for 30 days before permanent deletion.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago
Social media marketing

I won't put my relationships online again, says Lilly Sabri

Lilly Sabri emphasizes the permanence of online sharing and the need to prioritize privacy after personal upheaval.
more#social-media
#safari
fromiHeart
5 days ago
Privacy technologies

Apple Warns iPhone Users To Delete This App Immediately | iHeart

Apple warns users to delete a popular app due to privacy risks after Google reversed its cookie policy.
from9to5Mac
2 days ago
Apple

Did Apple really warn users to delete Chrome off their iPhones? - 9to5Mac

Apple's Safari ads raise concerns about the privacy of competing browsers like Chrome.
Google reversed its proposed privacy changes for Chrome, prompting fresh scrutiny.
from512 Pixels
2 days ago
Apple

Sponsor: Magic Lasso Adblock: YouTube Ad Blocker for Safari - 512 Pixels

Magic Lasso Adblock effectively blocks all YouTube ads and provides a faster web browsing experience on Safari.
fromiHeart
5 days ago
Privacy technologies

Apple Warns iPhone Users To Delete This App Immediately | iHeart

Apple warns users to delete a popular app due to privacy risks after Google reversed its cookie policy.
from9to5Mac
2 days ago
Apple

Did Apple really warn users to delete Chrome off their iPhones? - 9to5Mac

Apple's Safari ads raise concerns about the privacy of competing browsers like Chrome.
Google reversed its proposed privacy changes for Chrome, prompting fresh scrutiny.
from512 Pixels
2 days ago
Apple

Sponsor: Magic Lasso Adblock: YouTube Ad Blocker for Safari - 512 Pixels

Magic Lasso Adblock effectively blocks all YouTube ads and provides a faster web browsing experience on Safari.
more#safari
#security
Privacy technologies
fromWIRED
4 days ago

Pete Hegseth's Signal Scandal Spirals Out of Control

Increasing concerns over privacy and security during border crossings due to aggressive immigration policies.
fromZDNET
2 days ago
Privacy technologies

8 ways to protect your privacy on Linux and keep your data safe

Linux provides robust privacy solutions with minimal cost, emphasizing security and user behavior.
Utilizing specialized distributions and tools like Tor Browser improves online anonymity and protection.
Privacy technologies
fromWIRED
4 days ago

Pete Hegseth's Signal Scandal Spirals Out of Control

Increasing concerns over privacy and security during border crossings due to aggressive immigration policies.
fromZDNET
2 days ago
Privacy technologies

8 ways to protect your privacy on Linux and keep your data safe

Linux provides robust privacy solutions with minimal cost, emphasizing security and user behavior.
Utilizing specialized distributions and tools like Tor Browser improves online anonymity and protection.
more#security
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

I've never kept a diary. But if I had, I'd want it destroyed when I die

The role of literary executors can involve making difficult decisions about the privacy of a writer's personal diaries.
fromNew York Post
4 days ago
Canada news

Exclusive | Canucks boycott Big Tech as latest trade war battleground: 'evil'

Canadians are increasingly boycotting major US tech companies in favor of local alternatives, reflecting national pride and security concerns.
#microsoft
fromEngadget
4 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Microsoft's Recall and improved Windows search start rolling out to Copilot+ AI PCs today

Microsoft finally launches its controversial Recall feature, addressing privacy concerns with improved security measures.
fromThe Verge
4 days ago
Gadgets

Microsoft launches Recall and AI-powered Windows search for Copilot Plus PCs

Microsoft's Recall feature aims to enhance PC search by capturing and categorizing user activities for improved usability, albeit with privacy risks.
fromEngadget
4 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Microsoft's Recall and improved Windows search start rolling out to Copilot+ AI PCs today

Microsoft finally launches its controversial Recall feature, addressing privacy concerns with improved security measures.
fromThe Verge
4 days ago
Gadgets

Microsoft launches Recall and AI-powered Windows search for Copilot Plus PCs

Microsoft's Recall feature aims to enhance PC search by capturing and categorizing user activities for improved usability, albeit with privacy risks.
more#microsoft
#technology
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Why Your Phone Might Know You're Depressed Before You Do

Digital phenotyping has the potential to revolutionize mental health care through behavioral tracking but raises significant privacy and ethical concerns.
Privacy technologies
fromNew Atlas
5 days ago

Facebook isn't eavesdropping, but the truth is more disturbing

Massive tech companies deny using smartphones for private conversation monitoring despite persistent conspiracy theories.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
Wearables

Larry Magid: Wearing a device that listens to everything you say and hear

The Bee device offers powerful tracking features but raises significant privacy concerns due to its continuous listening capabilities.
fromThe Verge
1 week ago
Gadgets

How to keep your digital data safe when you travel

Traveling with devices requires planning for potential searches by Customs and Border Protection at borders.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Why Your Phone Might Know You're Depressed Before You Do

Digital phenotyping has the potential to revolutionize mental health care through behavioral tracking but raises significant privacy and ethical concerns.
Privacy technologies
fromNew Atlas
5 days ago

Facebook isn't eavesdropping, but the truth is more disturbing

Massive tech companies deny using smartphones for private conversation monitoring despite persistent conspiracy theories.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
Wearables

Larry Magid: Wearing a device that listens to everything you say and hear

The Bee device offers powerful tracking features but raises significant privacy concerns due to its continuous listening capabilities.
fromThe Verge
1 week ago
Gadgets

How to keep your digital data safe when you travel

Traveling with devices requires planning for potential searches by Customs and Border Protection at borders.
more#technology
#surveillance
fromBoston.com
5 days ago
Boston Bruins

Williams College student facing charges, allegedly hid camera in school bathroom

A Williams College student faces serious legal charges for secretly recording others in a campus restroom.
fromBoston.com
5 days ago
Boston Bruins

Williams College student facing charges, allegedly hid camera in school bathroom

A Williams College student faces serious legal charges for secretly recording others in a campus restroom.
more#surveillance
#ai
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
1 week ago

Think GeoGuessr is fun? Try using ChatGPT to guess locations in your photos

OpenAI's AI models can analyze images to determine their locations, prompting privacy concerns.
Marketing tech
fromMarTech
1 week ago

AI-powered martech news and releases: April 17 | MarTech

LG smart TVs may soon monitor viewer reactions using AI, leading to personalized advertising based on inferred emotions.
fromHackernoon
1 year ago
Cryptocurrency

The HackerNoon Newsletter: xAI's Grok 3: All the GPUs, None of the Breakthroughs (4/17/2025) | HackerNoon

Elon Musk's Grok 3 is touted as the world's best AI, sparking comparisons with competitors like GPT-4o and Claude 3.7.
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago
European startups

Noxtua raises $92M for its sovereign AI tuned for the German legal system | TechCrunch

Noxtua raised $92.2 million to develop sovereign AI for the legal sector, leveraging a partnership with legal publisher C.H. Beck.
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
1 week ago

Think GeoGuessr is fun? Try using ChatGPT to guess locations in your photos

OpenAI's AI models can analyze images to determine their locations, prompting privacy concerns.
Marketing tech
fromMarTech
1 week ago

AI-powered martech news and releases: April 17 | MarTech

LG smart TVs may soon monitor viewer reactions using AI, leading to personalized advertising based on inferred emotions.
fromHackernoon
1 year ago
Cryptocurrency

The HackerNoon Newsletter: xAI's Grok 3: All the GPUs, None of the Breakthroughs (4/17/2025) | HackerNoon

Elon Musk's Grok 3 is touted as the world's best AI, sparking comparisons with competitors like GPT-4o and Claude 3.7.
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago
European startups

Noxtua raises $92M for its sovereign AI tuned for the German legal system | TechCrunch

Noxtua raised $92.2 million to develop sovereign AI for the legal sector, leveraging a partnership with legal publisher C.H. Beck.
more#ai
#google-messages
fromArs Technica
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

Google Messages can now blur unwanted nudes, remind people not to send them

Google Messages introduces image-blurring for unwanted nudes, enhancing user safety and privacy.
fromEngadget
1 week ago
Mobile UX

Google Messages starts rolling out sensitive content warnings for nude images

Google Messages now blurs nude images and alerts parents for child safety.
The feature focuses on privacy by detecting sensitive content on-device.
Mobile UX
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Google Messages starts rolling out sensitive content warnings for nude images

Google Messages now blurs nude images and alerts parents for child safety.
The feature focuses on privacy by detecting sensitive content on-device.
more#google-messages
fromPage Six
1 week ago
London food

Meghan Markle caught off guard by unexpected visitors near $14M Montecito mansion

Meghan Markle shared a joyful Easter moment on Instagram, showcasing her delight in unexpected wildlife visits.
EU data protection
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Judge orders new limits on DOGE data access at Social Security Administration

A federal judge blocks access of sensitive data by DOGE staff at SSA, emphasizing legal boundaries despite agency's aims to prevent fraud.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
EU data protection

Federal judge in Baltimore temporarily limits DOGE access to Social Security data

A federal judge has limited Elon Musk's DOGE's access to Social Security data due to privacy concerns.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
LA Kings

Why Brooks Koepka and Jena Sims gave a hard no to reality TV show 'like 30 times'

Jena Sims and Brooks Koepka prioritize privacy, turning down 30 reality TV opportunities.
fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago
Vue

31 Things For People Who Want Their Home To Have More Personality

Floral window cling enhances aesthetics and privacy while creating rainbows with sunlight.
Easy to install with a credit card; available in multiple sizes and styles.
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago
Privacy technologies

Two years of ProtonVPN is 64 percent off right now

ProtonVPN offers a robust service at a significant discount, enhancing online safety and privacy for users.
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A handy new Android memory superpower

The Snapseek app offers enhanced memory trails for a one-time $4 upgrade, with data stored locally and no subscriptions.
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