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 ]
How to opt out of the privacy nightmare that comes with new Hondas
Companies collect excessive personal data through cars, selling it to third parties with unclear privacy policies, risking misuse and privacy breaches. [ more ]
Digital's media-buying bonanza wrestles with an industry at crossroads
Dialectics defining digital industry: Hollywood vs. creator economy, AI vs. old workflows, balancing personalization & privacy amid regulatory changes. [ more ]
Law enforcement identified the leader of the LockBit ransomware gang, highlighted concerns over foreign surveillance database, and unveiled a VPN attack called TunnelVision. [ more ]
Spyware found on US hotel check-in computers | TechCrunch
Consumer-grade spyware pcTattletale exposed Wyndham hotel guest details due to a security flaw, highlighting risks of unauthorized data access. [ more ]
Sick Of AI? Here's How To Remove It From Your Google Searches - SlashGear
Companies are integrating generative AI into core products, such as Google Search, despite concerns about reliability, interference with search results, and privacy implications. [ more ]
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Is Synthetic Data a Reliable Option for Training Machine Learning Models?
Synthetic data, generated by AI models, is a promising solution for machine learning amidst challenges like data availability and privacy concerns. [ more ]
Implementing generative AI in HR requires collaboration with IT, legal, and subject matter experts to address concerns such as job replacement, privacy, bias, and productivity.
Generative AI in HR functions can enhance productivity by streamlining processes like onboarding and recruitment, providing personalized experiences for employees. [ more ]
New Windows AI feature records everything you've done on your PC
The new AI-powered Recall feature in Copilot+ PCs by Microsoft allows users to search and retrieve past activities on their Windows 11 PC, raising privacy concerns. [ more ]
Why Microsoft's New AI Feature Has Prompted Major Privacy Concerns
Microsoft has introduced Copilot+ PCs with AI technology, including a controversial Recall feature for storing encrypted screen snapshots locally. [ more ]
What happens when we train our AI on social media?
A unique relationship between social media and AI is developing, but there are concerns regarding the impact of training models on social media content. [ more ]
Apple needs to explain that bug that resurfaced deleted photos
Apple released iOS and iPadOS 17.5.1 to address a rare issue of reappearing deleted photos due to database corruption, leading to privacy concerns. [ more ]
Apple finally adds iPhone alerts for third-party Bluetooth trackers
The new DULT standard by Apple and Google aims to address safety risks of Bluetooth trackers, alerting users when unknown tracking devices are near. [ more ]
Hollywood agency CAA aims to help stars manage their own AI likenesses | TechCrunch
CAA is paving the way in AI protection for celebrities by creating a virtual media storage system to safeguard digital assets and combat deepfake technology. [ more ]
States turn against public masking amid pro-Palestinian protests
Protesters may face repercussions beyond arrest; faculty termination and student suspensions are outcomes. Public mask bans and dormant laws revived to target protesters raise concerns. [ more ]
Samsung is mandating independent repair shops to disclose customer information and remove aftermarket parts during repairs, raising privacy concerns. [ more ]
Lewisham residents' contact details published online for almost a year in data breach
Personal details of 156 residents, uploaded for 11 months, in a South London council's planning application website, were notified only after a public member flagged the issue. [ more ]
Threat actor scraped Dell support tickets, including customer phone numbers | TechCrunch
Personal data of Dell customers was compromised, including names, phone numbers, email addresses, service reports, pictures with GPS coordinates, and other sensitive information. [ more ]
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 ]
My Mother's Letters Should Belong to Me - Not a Company That Works With Prisons
JPay's messaging system captures and stores intimate details of incarcerated individuals' lives, raising questions about future access to these records post-release. [ more ]
The advertising industry "has stalled" as it faces a cookieless future | MarTech
The digital advertising industry is facing delays in third-party cookie deprecation and innovation due to the uncertainty surrounding Google's Privacy Sandbox. [ more ]
US Official Warns a Cell Network Flaw Is Being Exploited for Spying
Laser defense systems are being actively deployed by the US military in combat situations, while concerns over surveillance and privacy continue in tech advancements. [ more ]
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 ]
Tile owner Life360 picks satellites over partnering with Apple or Google
Tile is partnering with Hubble Network to offer satellite connectivity for its Bluetooth trackers, expanding its capabilities against competitors like Apple and Google. [ more ]
How marketers are rolling out cookieless strategies in 2024
Brands and agencies need to prepare for third-party cookie deprecation now, optimizing first-party data and focusing on personalization and deeper data strategies. [ more ]
The proposed construction of a new building in Wembley is facing opposition from nearby residents who are concerned about loss of sunlight and privacy issues. [ more ]
Monitors can serve as sophisticated surveillance devices disguised as benevolent aides, blurring the lines between parental care and intrusive monitoring. [ more ]
OpenAI's Memory feature, originally available to a small portion, is now broadly accessible for ChatGPT Plus users with exceptions for Europe and Korea. [ more ]
Kashmir Hill: They shouldn't be collecting photos from social media without people's consent, but they keep doing it and nobody's stopping them'
Clearview AI collected billions of photos without notifying websites or individuals, allowing for unprecedented identification capabilities with potential privacy violations. [ more ]
Meta's Ray-Ban Smart Shades Get a Fresh Blast of AI
Meta's new smart glasses feature enhanced AI capabilities, including Meta AI with Vision and video calling, blending style with functionality. [ more ]
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 ]
UK data watchdog not happy with Google's Privacy Sandbox
Google's Privacy Sandbox faces challenges in providing sufficient privacy, according to a draft report from the UK's Information Commissioner's Office. [ more ]
Secret Rift Over Data Center Fueled Push to Expand Reach of Surveillance Program
A hidden dispute over data center cooperation with surveillance program spurred by a mysterious provision in bill extending Section 702 wiretapping law. [ more ]
Face surveillance technologies amplify disparities in the criminal justice system, posing threats to privacy, racial justice, and civil liberties. [ more ]