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#data-privacy
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
2 hours ago

A data removal service helped me reclaim my privacy - see if you need one, too

Personal data is collected and sold by brokers, making removal services essential for protecting sensitive information.
Privacy technologies
fromArs Technica
6 days ago

How our digital devices are putting our right to privacy at risk

Digital convenience comes at the cost of personal data privacy, raising concerns about its potential use against individuals by law enforcement.
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
2 hours ago

A data removal service helped me reclaim my privacy - see if you need one, too

Personal data is collected and sold by brokers, making removal services essential for protecting sensitive information.
Privacy technologies
fromArs Technica
6 days ago

How our digital devices are putting our right to privacy at risk

Digital convenience comes at the cost of personal data privacy, raising concerns about its potential use against individuals by law enforcement.
more#data-privacy
Information security
fromArs Technica
9 hours ago

UK gov's Mythos AI tests help separate cybersecurity threat from hype

Mythos outperformed previous models in TLO tests, showing capability in attacking vulnerable systems but still facing limitations in complex scenarios.
#fisa
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
19 hours ago

Why Congress is fighting over a central tool of American surveillance

Section 702 of FISA is crucial for U.S. intelligence but raises concerns about privacy violations of American citizens.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
19 hours ago

Why Congress is fighting over a central tool of American surveillance

Section 702 of FISA is crucial for U.S. intelligence but raises concerns about privacy violations of American citizens.
more#fisa
Digital life
fromwww.dw.com
15 hours ago

Dangerous Apps In the Web of Data Brokers

Smartphone apps collect detailed location data, often shared with data brokers, posing security risks to users, including soldiers and government officials.
EU data protection
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago

UK reliance on US big tech companies is 'national security risk', claims report | Computer Weekly

The UK is at risk due to over-reliance on US tech companies for critical infrastructure, impacting national security.
fromNature
1 day ago

Researchers: here's how to audit your fragmented digital identity

A search for 'Guo Wei' in ORCID returned 616 profiles, none affiliated with the Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, highlighting the difficulty in verifying academic identities.
Higher education
#cybercrime
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
17 hours ago

Triad Nexus Evades Sanctions to Fuel Cybercrime

Triad Nexus is a cybercrime network responsible for over $200 million in losses through scams and money laundering, using various techniques to evade sanctions.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
17 hours ago

Triad Nexus Evades Sanctions to Fuel Cybercrime

Triad Nexus is a cybercrime network responsible for over $200 million in losses through scams and money laundering, using various techniques to evade sanctions.
more#cybercrime
Privacy technologies
fromMakeUseOf
13 hours ago

I turned off Chrome's Ad Privacy feature after realizing what it was actually doing

Google's Ad Privacy feature does not eliminate third-party cookies but introduces a new tracking system that emphasizes data collection.
Social media marketing
fromAxios
10 hours ago

The first AI-era war is a "slopaganda" battle to control memes

AI-generated content is rapidly spreading propaganda, making it easier for influencers to adopt conspiracy theories.
SOMA, SF
fromKqed
12 hours ago

DOJ: Man Who Attacked Sam Altman's House Threatened to Kill Other Tech CEOs | KQED

A Texas man faces charges for attempted murder of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman after violent attacks at his home and company headquarters.
Deliverability
fromZDNET
2 hours ago

This simple email trick saves me from annoying marketing spam (and it's free to do)

Using a dedicated shopping email can effectively reduce spam and clutter in your primary inbox.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 day ago

Hot Off the Press: EFF's Updated Guide to Tech at the US-Mexico Border

"The Battalion Search and Rescue always carries the Electronic Frontier Foundation's zine in our desert rig. We're finding new surveillance all the time, and without a resource like that, we wouldn't know what the hell we're looking at."
Roam Research
#quantum-computing
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
17 hours ago
Science

China said it could break military encryption. DARPA built an AI to find out if that's true

Chinese researchers claim quantum computers could potentially unlock encrypted information, raising concerns for national security.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
17 hours ago

China said it could break military encryption. DARPA built an AI to find out if that's true

Chinese researchers claim quantum computers could potentially unlock encrypted information, raising concerns for national security.
more#quantum-computing
Europe politics
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Digital sovereignty isn't just a buzzword - it's the future

European governments and companies are prioritizing digital sovereignty due to concerns over US control and dependency.
#ai-governance
more#ai-governance
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Phone firms should use technology to stop children taking nudes, police chief says

Tech firms must enhance children's online safety by preventing the creation of nude images on their devices, according to law enforcement officials.
Business intelligence
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

Agencies are missing a step to share information on better AI acquisition, GAO finds

Agencies must enhance sharing of lessons learned in AI acquisition to improve the procurement process.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago

Scarcity, Surveillance, and the Return of Hard Power Week In Review

Bitcoin remains above $71,000, indicating institutional demand and potential for broader adoption amid macroeconomic developments and a 4-year cycle breakout test.
Law
fromIndependent
4 days ago

Computer engineer claims he was penalised for flagging Israeli links of firm given 'bananas' server access at top Irish cybersecurity company

A cyber-security firm reprimanded an engineer for discriminatory comments regarding an Israeli company's access to its servers amid concerns about Palestinian genocide.
Apple
fromTheregister
5 days ago

Security reserchers tricked Apple Intelligence into cursing

Apple Intelligence can be hijacked through prompt injection, exposing millions of users to risk, but a fix was implemented in iOS 26.4 and macOS 26.4.
#google
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
9 hours ago

Privacy advocates want Google to stop handing consumer data over to ICE

Google is being investigated for allegedly failing to notify users before disclosing their data to law enforcement.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
9 hours ago

Privacy advocates want Google to stop handing consumer data over to ICE

Google is being investigated for allegedly failing to notify users before disclosing their data to law enforcement.
more#google
#openai
Information security
fromAxios
8 hours ago

OpenAI expands access to cyber AI as hacking risks grow

OpenAI is shifting to a model that emphasizes identity verification for access to sensitive cybersecurity tools while expanding availability.
Information security
fromWIRED
8 hours ago

In the Wake of Anthropic's Mythos, OpenAI Has a New Cybersecurity Model-and Strategy

OpenAI announced GPT-5.4-Cyber, emphasizing cybersecurity safeguards and the need for advanced protections in AI models.
Information security
fromAxios
8 hours ago

OpenAI expands access to cyber AI as hacking risks grow

OpenAI is shifting to a model that emphasizes identity verification for access to sensitive cybersecurity tools while expanding availability.
Information security
fromWIRED
8 hours ago

In the Wake of Anthropic's Mythos, OpenAI Has a New Cybersecurity Model-and Strategy

OpenAI announced GPT-5.4-Cyber, emphasizing cybersecurity safeguards and the need for advanced protections in AI models.
more#openai
#cybersecurity
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago
EU data protection

Europe's cyber agency blames hacking gangs for massive data breach and leak | TechCrunch

Privacy technologies
fromYahoo Tech
4 days ago

Hackers Are Using Your Home Router to Spy on Microsoft 365 Users

Russian spies exploited consumer routers to steal Microsoft 365 credentials from thousands of users, turning home devices into espionage tools.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
1 day ago

Weekly Recap: Fiber Optic Spying, Windows Rootkit, AI Vulnerability Hunting and More

A critical zero-day vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat Reader is actively exploited, alongside state-sponsored cyber threats targeting U.S. infrastructure.
EU data protection
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Europe's cyber agency blames hacking gangs for massive data breach and leak | TechCrunch

A cybercriminal group known as TeamPCP hacked the EU's executive body, stealing 92 gigabytes of data, including personal information.
Information security
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Why the Iran cyberattack everyone warned about hasn't really happened yet

Iran-linked hackers have conducted minor cyberattacks in the U.S. but have focused on other regions with more significant incursions.
more#cybersecurity
#ai
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
1 day ago

Meta Secretly Building a Photorealistic AI Clone of Mark Zuckerberg so No Employee Can Ever Escape His Watchful Eye

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is using AI to create a 3D avatar of himself for employee interaction and feedback.
Information security
fromFortune
1 day ago

Anthropic caused panic that Mythos will expose cybersecurity weak spots, but one industry veteran says real problem is fixing, not finding, them | Fortune

Anthropic's Claude Mythos Preview AI model identifies cybersecurity vulnerabilities, but experts question its impact on fixing existing issues.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
1 day ago

Meta Secretly Building a Photorealistic AI Clone of Mark Zuckerberg so No Employee Can Ever Escape His Watchful Eye

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is using AI to create a 3D avatar of himself for employee interaction and feedback.
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Is Mythos a blessing or a curse for cybersecurity? It depends on whom you ask

Claude Mythos AI model may enhance cybersecurity defenses but also poses risks for hackers due to its ability to identify vulnerabilities and create exploits.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
1 day ago

Runtime security becomes critical as AI accelerates threats

Artificial intelligence accelerates innovation and cyber threats, necessitating a focus on runtime security for effective enterprise protection.
Information security
fromFortune
1 day ago

Anthropic caused panic that Mythos will expose cybersecurity weak spots, but one industry veteran says real problem is fixing, not finding, them | Fortune

Anthropic's Claude Mythos Preview AI model identifies cybersecurity vulnerabilities, but experts question its impact on fixing existing issues.
more#ai
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

The Guardian view on AI politics: US datacentre protests are a warning to big tech | Editorial

Voters across the political spectrum are uniting against big tech's influence, particularly regarding AI datacentres and their environmental impact.
Roam Research
fromThe Hacker News
3 days ago

Citizen Lab: Law Enforcement Used Webloc to Track 500 Million Devices via Ad Data

Webloc is a global geolocation surveillance system used by various law enforcement agencies, providing access to data from millions of mobile devices.
#facial-recognition
Privacy professionals
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Meta warned by dozens of organizations that facial recognition on its smart glasses would empower predators

Civil rights organizations urge Meta to abandon facial recognition in smart glasses due to risks of empowering stalkers and predators.
Privacy professionals
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Meta warned by dozens of organizations that facial recognition on its smart glasses would empower predators

Civil rights organizations urge Meta to abandon facial recognition in smart glasses due to risks of empowering stalkers and predators.
more#facial-recognition
#privacy
Privacy professionals
fromKqed
6 hours ago

What Is the Point of California's Privacy Laws if Big Tech Ignores Them? | KQED

Google's non-compliance with the Global Privacy Control opt-out signal is evident in network traffic.
Privacy professionals
fromKqed
6 hours ago

What Is the Point of California's Privacy Laws if Big Tech Ignores Them? | KQED

Google's non-compliance with the Global Privacy Control opt-out signal is evident in network traffic.
more#privacy
#section-702
more#section-702
Privacy professionals
fromwww.bbc.com
8 hours ago

Palantir defends its record as MPs demand more scrutiny of data use

Palantir defends its NHS data contracts amid scrutiny, emphasizing its role in integrating fragmented healthcare systems and ensuring data security.
#meta
fromWIRED
1 day ago
Privacy technologies

Meta Is Warned That Facial Recognition Glasses Will Arm Sexual Predators

fromFuturism
1 day ago
Privacy professionals

Huge Group of Experts Warns Meta That Its Pervert Glasses Will Enable Terrible Crimes

Privacy technologies
fromWIRED
1 day ago

Meta Is Warned That Facial Recognition Glasses Will Arm Sexual Predators

Over 70 advocacy organizations demand Meta halt face recognition plans for smart glasses due to privacy and safety concerns.
Privacy professionals
fromFuturism
1 day ago

Huge Group of Experts Warns Meta That Its Pervert Glasses Will Enable Terrible Crimes

Meta's Ray-Ban AI glasses face backlash for privacy violations and plans for facial recognition technology, prompting outrage from civil rights groups.
more#meta
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
18 hours ago

Analysis of 216M Security Findings Shows a 4x Increase In Critical Risk (2026 Report)

Critical risk findings surged by nearly 400% amid a 52% increase in raw alert volume, driven by AI-assisted development.
US news
fromSecuritymagazine
5 days ago

Top Secret Clearance Holder Charged With Leaking Classified National Defense Information

Courtney Williams was arrested for allegedly sharing classified national defense information with unauthorized individuals, including a journalist, from 2022 to 2025.
Privacy professionals
from404 Media
14 hours ago

Google, Microsoft, Meta All Tracking You Even When You Opt Out, According to an Independent Audit

Microsoft, Meta, and Google may be violating California privacy laws by failing to honor user opt-out requests for ad cookies.
fromPopular Science
3 days ago

How to stop your smart TV from tracking you

Smart TVs are capable of tracking user data, including viewing habits and app usage, which can lead to personalized advertising and content recommendations. Users may prefer to limit this tracking to protect their privacy.
Privacy technologies
fromFinbold
15 hours ago

Kraken insider extortion reveals remote work security blind spot

"Shortly after access was terminated, we began receiving extortion demands. The criminals threatened to distribute materials from both the February 2025 incident and the recent incident to media outlets and on social media if we did not comply. We will not pay these criminals," Percoco stated.
Information security
Privacy professionals
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

BrowserGate: Claims of LinkedIn 'Spying' Clash With Security Research Findings

LinkedIn allegedly scans users' computers to collect data on browser extensions, raising concerns about corporate espionage.
#surveillance
Privacy professionals
fromSilicon Canals
2 weeks ago

The real US surveillance threat isn't AI - it's the data infrastructure we already built - Silicon Canals

The infrastructure for mass surveillance already exists, relying on pre-existing technology and data rather than new AI advancements.
Privacy professionals
fromSilicon Canals
2 weeks ago

The real US surveillance threat isn't AI - it's the data infrastructure we already built - Silicon Canals

The infrastructure for mass surveillance already exists, relying on pre-existing technology and data rather than new AI advancements.
more#surveillance
Information security
fromTechzine Global
18 hours ago

Attackers are targeting developers via Slack and Google Sites

A targeted phishing campaign exploits trust in the open-source community, tricking developers into providing credentials and installing malicious software.
Privacy professionals
fromRoute Fifty
1 day ago

Getting privacy policy right in a competitive digital economy

State and local leaders aim to balance privacy protection with economic competitiveness, as inconsistent privacy laws can hinder business operations and consumer trust.
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

Your tech support company runs scams. Stop-or disguise with more fraud?

Tech Live Connect processed fraudulent charges using real customer data, including names and addresses, to make the charges appear legitimate and maintain a low chargeback ratio.
Privacy professionals
#data-breach
Information security
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Hack at Anodot leaves over a dozen breached companies facing extortion | TechCrunch

Hackers stole data from multiple companies after breaching Anodot, exposing customers to extortion and potential data publication.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Booking.com confirms hackers accessed customers' data | TechCrunch

Hackers accessed Booking.com customers' personal data, including names, emails, and booking details, prompting notifications to affected users.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

Hackers steal and leak sensitive LAPD police documents | TechCrunch

Cybercriminals leaked sensitive LAPD documents online, including personnel files and internal investigations, allegedly by the extortion gang World Leaks.
Information security
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Hack at Anodot leaves over a dozen breached companies facing extortion | TechCrunch

Hackers stole data from multiple companies after breaching Anodot, exposing customers to extortion and potential data publication.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Booking.com confirms hackers accessed customers' data | TechCrunch

Hackers accessed Booking.com customers' personal data, including names, emails, and booking details, prompting notifications to affected users.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

Hackers steal and leak sensitive LAPD police documents | TechCrunch

Cybercriminals leaked sensitive LAPD documents online, including personnel files and internal investigations, allegedly by the extortion gang World Leaks.
more#data-breach
Information security
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

FBI announces takedown of phishing operation that targeted thousands of victims | TechCrunch

The FBI dismantled a global phishing operation, W3LL, targeting over 17,000 victims and facilitating over $20 million in fraud.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
6 days ago

Men Are Buying Hacking Tools to Use Against Their Wives and Friends

Telegram groups facilitate the sale of hacking and surveillance services, promoting abusive content targeting women and girls.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

Using a VPN May Subject You to NSA Spying

Using commercial VPNs may expose Americans to foreign surveillance laws, risking their constitutional protections against warrantless government spying.
Information security
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Hackers: Democracy's last line of cyber defense

The hacker mindset—analytical curiosity combined with systemic thinking—can defend democracy by creating decentralized communication tools that resist censorship and empower oppressed communities.
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