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#law-enforcement

Location Data Firm Offers to Help Cops Track Targets via Doctor Visits

Location data from mobile phones is being used by police to track individuals, including through their healthcare information.
Increased surveillance post-Roe raises serious privacy concerns about how personal health data is utilized.

Citi Bikes Leave Digital Exhaust' That Could Help Track a Killer

Electric Citi Bikes produce data allowing for user tracking that could aid law enforcement in criminal investigations.

The Atlas of Surveillance Expands Its Data on Police Surveillance Technology: 2024 Year in Review

The EFF's Atlas of Surveillance is crucial for understanding police surveillance practices in the US.
New categories of surveillance technology are being tracked as the industry evolves.

Telegram reports spike in sharing user data with law enforcement | TechCrunch

Telegram has increased data compliance with law enforcement, fulfilling significantly more user requests in 2024 after internal pressures surrounding CEO's arrest.

Location Data Firm Offers to Help Cops Track Targets via Doctor Visits

Location data from mobile phones is being used by police to track individuals, including through their healthcare information.
Increased surveillance post-Roe raises serious privacy concerns about how personal health data is utilized.

Citi Bikes Leave Digital Exhaust' That Could Help Track a Killer

Electric Citi Bikes produce data allowing for user tracking that could aid law enforcement in criminal investigations.

The Atlas of Surveillance Expands Its Data on Police Surveillance Technology: 2024 Year in Review

The EFF's Atlas of Surveillance is crucial for understanding police surveillance practices in the US.
New categories of surveillance technology are being tracked as the industry evolves.

Telegram reports spike in sharing user data with law enforcement | TechCrunch

Telegram has increased data compliance with law enforcement, fulfilling significantly more user requests in 2024 after internal pressures surrounding CEO's arrest.
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#tiktok

The US supreme court's TikTok case will put free expression on the line | Trevor Timm

The Supreme Court's decision to review TikTok's case could set a precedent affecting free expression and national security.

Billionaire Frank McCourt's TikTok bid has $20B in 'informal commitments': report

McCourt's Project Liberty seeks to acquire TikTok with significant investor backing, focusing on user safety and control over personal data.

Frank McCourt, the billionaire who wants to buy TikTok, says the path to a sale is murky because 'we don't know what ByteDance is selling'

Frank McCourt's $20 billion bid for TikTok faces uncertainties due to ByteDance's unwillingness to negotiate and the looming US ban.

TikTok Faces U.S. Ban After Losing Bid to Overturn New Law

TikTok may be banned in the U.S. after a ruling by federal judges upheld a law requiring its sale from its Chinese parent company.

US Supreme Court agrees to hear TikTok's challenge to looming ban

The Supreme Court will consider TikTok's challenge to a law that may violate free speech rights on January 10.

TikTok's Future in the US Is Unclear. We Check Back in With the Billionaire Who Wants to Save It

TikTok faces potential U.S. ban; billionaires scramble to acquire it amid growing concerns over data privacy and control.

The US supreme court's TikTok case will put free expression on the line | Trevor Timm

The Supreme Court's decision to review TikTok's case could set a precedent affecting free expression and national security.

Billionaire Frank McCourt's TikTok bid has $20B in 'informal commitments': report

McCourt's Project Liberty seeks to acquire TikTok with significant investor backing, focusing on user safety and control over personal data.

Frank McCourt, the billionaire who wants to buy TikTok, says the path to a sale is murky because 'we don't know what ByteDance is selling'

Frank McCourt's $20 billion bid for TikTok faces uncertainties due to ByteDance's unwillingness to negotiate and the looming US ban.

TikTok Faces U.S. Ban After Losing Bid to Overturn New Law

TikTok may be banned in the U.S. after a ruling by federal judges upheld a law requiring its sale from its Chinese parent company.

US Supreme Court agrees to hear TikTok's challenge to looming ban

The Supreme Court will consider TikTok's challenge to a law that may violate free speech rights on January 10.

TikTok's Future in the US Is Unclear. We Check Back in With the Billionaire Who Wants to Save It

TikTok faces potential U.S. ban; billionaires scramble to acquire it amid growing concerns over data privacy and control.
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#cybersecurity

US Officials Recommend Encryption Apps Amid Chinese Telecom Hacking

Global law enforcement agencies successfully dismantled major Russian money-laundering networks using new techniques, emphasizing ongoing challenges in combating financial crimes.

Encryption backdoor debate 'done and dusted'

The US government has reversed its stance on encryption, urging the use of strong encryption for secure communications following significant cyber breaches.

FBI warns Americans to keep their text messages secure: What to know

Consumers are advised to avoid unencrypted text messaging due to vulnerabilities and potential espionage threats from hackers.

New U.S. DoJ Rule Halts Bulk Data Transfers to Adversarial Nations to Protect Privacy

The U.S. DOJ's new rule aims to protect citizens' personal data from being transferred to hostile foreign nations.

A New Phone Scanner That Detects Spyware Has Already Found 7 Pegasus Infections

Commercial spyware is increasingly used against a broader range of victims, highlighting the need for effective detection tools.

AI fears are leaving Apple users exposed to data-stealing bug and experts urge to update - before it's too late

Delaying iPhone updates exposes users to significant cybersecurity risks, allowing unauthorized app access to sensitive data.

US Officials Recommend Encryption Apps Amid Chinese Telecom Hacking

Global law enforcement agencies successfully dismantled major Russian money-laundering networks using new techniques, emphasizing ongoing challenges in combating financial crimes.

Encryption backdoor debate 'done and dusted'

The US government has reversed its stance on encryption, urging the use of strong encryption for secure communications following significant cyber breaches.

FBI warns Americans to keep their text messages secure: What to know

Consumers are advised to avoid unencrypted text messaging due to vulnerabilities and potential espionage threats from hackers.

New U.S. DoJ Rule Halts Bulk Data Transfers to Adversarial Nations to Protect Privacy

The U.S. DOJ's new rule aims to protect citizens' personal data from being transferred to hostile foreign nations.

A New Phone Scanner That Detects Spyware Has Already Found 7 Pegasus Infections

Commercial spyware is increasingly used against a broader range of victims, highlighting the need for effective detection tools.

AI fears are leaving Apple users exposed to data-stealing bug and experts urge to update - before it's too late

Delaying iPhone updates exposes users to significant cybersecurity risks, allowing unauthorized app access to sensitive data.
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What leaders need to know about generational privacy preferences

Organizations must adapt to diverse generational preferences in technology and personalization to enhance digital experiences.
Younger generations are increasingly aware of data privacy, impacting their preferences for personalization.
#consumer-rights

FTC accuses data brokers of improperly selling location info

The FTC settled with data brokerages for selling sensitive location data without consent, highlighting consumer privacy violations.

State Legislatures Are The Frontline for Tech Policy: 2024 in Review

State lawmakers are increasingly influential in shaping technology and innovation policy in the U.S.

Apple's Siri settlement feeds the 'eavesdropping iPhone' narrative

Apple settled a class action suit for $95 million over Siri allegedly listening to conversations, raising concerns about user privacy and data practices.

Automakers excoriated by Senators for fighting right-to-repair

Senators urge automakers to support the right-to-repair movement, emphasizing consumer data protection and fair access to repairs from independent outlets.

FTC accuses data brokers of improperly selling location info

The FTC settled with data brokerages for selling sensitive location data without consent, highlighting consumer privacy violations.

State Legislatures Are The Frontline for Tech Policy: 2024 in Review

State lawmakers are increasingly influential in shaping technology and innovation policy in the U.S.

Apple's Siri settlement feeds the 'eavesdropping iPhone' narrative

Apple settled a class action suit for $95 million over Siri allegedly listening to conversations, raising concerns about user privacy and data practices.

Automakers excoriated by Senators for fighting right-to-repair

Senators urge automakers to support the right-to-repair movement, emphasizing consumer data protection and fair access to repairs from independent outlets.
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#consumer-behavior

The Future of Media: A New Framework for Valuing Content

Brands are shifting focus to first-party data due to stricter tracking regulations.

CMOs focus less on gathering data for a cookieless future

Marketers are shifting focus from data-gathering strategies to better utilization of existing data as cookies face uncertainty.

Spotify Wrapped: the six categories of cringe that will be in everyone's playlist

Big tech companies exploit personal data by persuading users that it's beneficial for convenience.

The Future of Media: A New Framework for Valuing Content

Brands are shifting focus to first-party data due to stricter tracking regulations.

CMOs focus less on gathering data for a cookieless future

Marketers are shifting focus from data-gathering strategies to better utilization of existing data as cookies face uncertainty.

Spotify Wrapped: the six categories of cringe that will be in everyone's playlist

Big tech companies exploit personal data by persuading users that it's beneficial for convenience.
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#technology-trends

Which apps were most hungry for your data in 2024?

Apps continue to exploit personal data for profit, raising concerns over privacy and security as we approach 2025.

The trends we're watching in 2025

Sovereign cloud will significantly influence tech trends in 2025.
AI application management and data privacy in private clouds are priorities for companies.

Which apps were most hungry for your data in 2024?

Apps continue to exploit personal data for profit, raising concerns over privacy and security as we approach 2025.

The trends we're watching in 2025

Sovereign cloud will significantly influence tech trends in 2025.
AI application management and data privacy in private clouds are priorities for companies.
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Cloudflare's VPN app among half-dozen pulled from Indian app stores | TechCrunch

Several VPN apps have been removed from India's app stores due to government intervention, highlighting compliance issues with new regulations.
#ai

Apheris rethinks the AI data bottleneck in life science with federated computing | TechCrunch

AI in health data faces significant barriers related to privacy, regulation, and IP.
Federated computing offers a solution to securely utilize health data for AI.
Apheris aims to collaborate with the pharma and life sciences sectors.

Prepare for the future now. Achieve greater, secure productivity, using AI with the latest Dell PCs powered by Intel Core Ultra and Copilot

Leverage AI capabilities in Windows with strong data privacy measures.
Intel Core Ultra processors enhance productivity through AI integration.

Apheris rethinks the AI data bottleneck in life science with federated computing | TechCrunch

AI in health data faces significant barriers related to privacy, regulation, and IP.
Federated computing offers a solution to securely utilize health data for AI.
Apheris aims to collaborate with the pharma and life sciences sectors.

Prepare for the future now. Achieve greater, secure productivity, using AI with the latest Dell PCs powered by Intel Core Ultra and Copilot

Leverage AI capabilities in Windows with strong data privacy measures.
Intel Core Ultra processors enhance productivity through AI integration.
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What Do You Know About eLearning Ethics?

Upholding ethics in eLearning is crucial for safeguarding data privacy, intellectual property rights, and ensuring accessibility and academic integrity.

Letters: Oakland desperately needs, but lacks, visionary leaders

Oakland government dysfunction stems from self-protective leaders lacking vision for reform.
The TikTok ban reflects an overreach based on speculation rather than evidence.
#location-tracking

Dems Move to Protect Abortion Seekers' Data Before GOP Takes Control of Congress

Elizabeth Warren aims to ban data brokers from selling consumers' health and location data to protect privacy, especially in light of recent reproductive rights concerns.

Secret Service Admits It Didn't Check if People Really Consented to Being Tracked

The Secret Service did not verify consent for mobile phone location tracking, contradicting claims of user permission.

Dems Move to Protect Abortion Seekers' Data Before GOP Takes Control of Congress

Elizabeth Warren aims to ban data brokers from selling consumers' health and location data to protect privacy, especially in light of recent reproductive rights concerns.

Secret Service Admits It Didn't Check if People Really Consented to Being Tracked

The Secret Service did not verify consent for mobile phone location tracking, contradicting claims of user permission.
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#artificial-intelligence

Navigating the practicalities of AI regulation and legislation | Computer Weekly

Misusing AI can lead to substantial legal consequences, prompting organizations to enforce governance, risk, and compliance measures.

AI tools may soon manipulate people's online decision-making, say researchers

AI tools may manipulate online decisions, ushering in an 'intention economy' where personal motivations become a currency for profit.

Navigating the practicalities of AI regulation and legislation | Computer Weekly

Misusing AI can lead to substantial legal consequences, prompting organizations to enforce governance, risk, and compliance measures.

AI tools may soon manipulate people's online decision-making, say researchers

AI tools may manipulate online decisions, ushering in an 'intention economy' where personal motivations become a currency for profit.
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#generative-ai

How to stop the AI you're using from training with your data

Users need to be aware of the implications of using generative AI tools, including ethics and data usage.
You can disable AI model training, but chat histories may still affect AI training unless disabled.

Influencers And Bridging The Trust Gap Between Brands And Consumers

Building trust with customers is crucial for brand success in 2025.

Mayorkas unveils new chatbot for Homeland Security staff

DHSChat aims to enhance information access for DHS employees using generative AI while prioritizing data privacy and security measures.

2024 in review: From AI boom to election frenzy, Digiday editors look back

2024 was a rollercoaster year for marketers, marked by fluctuating ad prices and the generative AI debate.

How to stop the AI you're using from training with your data

Users need to be aware of the implications of using generative AI tools, including ethics and data usage.
You can disable AI model training, but chat histories may still affect AI training unless disabled.

Influencers And Bridging The Trust Gap Between Brands And Consumers

Building trust with customers is crucial for brand success in 2025.

Mayorkas unveils new chatbot for Homeland Security staff

DHSChat aims to enhance information access for DHS employees using generative AI while prioritizing data privacy and security measures.

2024 in review: From AI boom to election frenzy, Digiday editors look back

2024 was a rollercoaster year for marketers, marked by fluctuating ad prices and the generative AI debate.
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Philippine Commision on Audit notes dearth of data privacy officers despite law

The COA criticized the NPC for low compliance with data privacy registration requirements, noting only 7.7% of agencies have registered as mandated.
#social-media

Is Meta bullying new mothers?

The designer recognizes the potential harm of social media on new mothers, highlighting ethical concerns surrounding data use and design.
Social media can exploit new mothers, raising important questions about the ethical implications of design and technology.

3 Dangerous Apps That Could Be Selling Your Data To Third Parties

Apps primarily sell user data to monetize through advertising, especially under free service models.

Rose Wang says Bluesky is so much more than an X clone

Users are transitioning from X to Bluesky due to dissatisfaction with major platforms and an emphasis on decentralized social networking.

Is Meta bullying new mothers?

The designer recognizes the potential harm of social media on new mothers, highlighting ethical concerns surrounding data use and design.
Social media can exploit new mothers, raising important questions about the ethical implications of design and technology.

3 Dangerous Apps That Could Be Selling Your Data To Third Parties

Apps primarily sell user data to monetize through advertising, especially under free service models.

Rose Wang says Bluesky is so much more than an X clone

Users are transitioning from X to Bluesky due to dissatisfaction with major platforms and an emphasis on decentralized social networking.
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#open-source

Ethyca Raises $10M to Scale its Enterprise Data Privacy Engineering Platform

Ethyca offers innovative privacy engineering solutions that integrate compliance into data operations, enabling organizations to scale and innovate without compromising governance.

With 25M users, Bluesky launches a $1M fund to take on social media and AI | TechCrunch

Bluesky enhances its platform ecosystem by launching a $1 million fund for developers to innovate on its AT Protocol.

The TechBeat: How I Made $700 a Month With My Open-source Scheduling Tool (12/26/2024) | HackerNoon

Open-source social media scheduling tools provide enhanced customization and control over existing solutions.

Ethyca Raises $10M to Scale its Enterprise Data Privacy Engineering Platform

Ethyca offers innovative privacy engineering solutions that integrate compliance into data operations, enabling organizations to scale and innovate without compromising governance.

With 25M users, Bluesky launches a $1M fund to take on social media and AI | TechCrunch

Bluesky enhances its platform ecosystem by launching a $1 million fund for developers to innovate on its AT Protocol.

The TechBeat: How I Made $700 a Month With My Open-source Scheduling Tool (12/26/2024) | HackerNoon

Open-source social media scheduling tools provide enhanced customization and control over existing solutions.
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Top 10 police technology stories of 2024 | Computer Weekly

The UK government is increasingly integrating automation in policing, promising efficiency gains but facing ethical and legal challenges.
#ai-ethics

Make illegally trained LLMs public domain as punishment

AI development raises ethical concerns, especially regarding the use of illegally obtained data and potential consequences for companies ignoring the law.

OpenAI whistleblower found dead in San Francisco apartment

Suchir Balaji's death highlights concerns over OpenAI's legality and ethics in data usage, coinciding with numerous lawsuits against the company.

Make illegally trained LLMs public domain as punishment

AI development raises ethical concerns, especially regarding the use of illegally obtained data and potential consequences for companies ignoring the law.

OpenAI whistleblower found dead in San Francisco apartment

Suchir Balaji's death highlights concerns over OpenAI's legality and ethics in data usage, coinciding with numerous lawsuits against the company.
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#openai

OpenAI gets fine and has to raise public awareness of ChatGPT

Italy fines OpenAI 15 million euros for processing user data without legal basis, emphasizing the need for data protection in AI.

YouTube star Marques Brownlee has pointed questions for OpenAI after its Sora video model created a plant just like his

OpenAI's Sora video generator aims to empower creators, but raises concerns about data transparency and consent.

OpenAI gets fine and has to raise public awareness of ChatGPT

Italy fines OpenAI 15 million euros for processing user data without legal basis, emphasizing the need for data protection in AI.

YouTube star Marques Brownlee has pointed questions for OpenAI after its Sora video model created a plant just like his

OpenAI's Sora video generator aims to empower creators, but raises concerns about data transparency and consent.
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EU Commission proposes ways Apple can ensure iOS and iPadOS interoperability

Apple is being nudged by the European Commission to increase interoperability with third-party products under the DMA.
#gdpr

LinkedIn faces EU scrutiny over mandatory changes on targeted ads

LinkedIn is updating its data processing practices to comply with EU regulations, ceasing targeted ads without user consent by January 2025.

Five years later... Netflix hit with Dutch data access fine | TechCrunch

Netflix has been fined €4.75 million for failing to comply with GDPR data access rights after a lengthy five-year investigation.

Extremely high Dutch GDPR fine for Netflix

Netflix fined €4.75 million for GDPR violations including unclear processing of personal data and insufficient user information.

BeReal accused of annoying users into sharing their data

BeReal is currently facing scrutiny over its data consent practices, which may conflict with GDPR regulations.

LinkedIn faces EU scrutiny over mandatory changes on targeted ads

LinkedIn is updating its data processing practices to comply with EU regulations, ceasing targeted ads without user consent by January 2025.

Five years later... Netflix hit with Dutch data access fine | TechCrunch

Netflix has been fined €4.75 million for failing to comply with GDPR data access rights after a lengthy five-year investigation.

Extremely high Dutch GDPR fine for Netflix

Netflix fined €4.75 million for GDPR violations including unclear processing of personal data and insufficient user information.

BeReal accused of annoying users into sharing their data

BeReal is currently facing scrutiny over its data consent practices, which may conflict with GDPR regulations.
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Australian Facebook users in line for $50 million cash boost: 'Largest ever payment'

Australian Facebook users will receive payouts from a $50 million settlement related to the Cambridge Analytica scandal.

The new laws that will take effect in Texas in 2025

Texas legislation starting January 1, 2025, will eliminate mandatory vehicle inspections and enhance data privacy rights.
#location-data

FTC prohibits data brokers from selling Americans' location data

The FTC banned Mobilewalla and Gravy Analytics from collecting and selling sensitive location data of Americans.
Limiting data collection is crucial for protecting individuals from potential harm and privacy violations.

Military location data that anyone can buy legally

Location data for military personnel is alarmingly easy to purchase from brokers meant for marketing.
Lack of vetting processes for data sourcing poses security risks.

FTC prohibits data brokers from selling Americans' location data

The FTC banned Mobilewalla and Gravy Analytics from collecting and selling sensitive location data of Americans.
Limiting data collection is crucial for protecting individuals from potential harm and privacy violations.

Military location data that anyone can buy legally

Location data for military personnel is alarmingly easy to purchase from brokers meant for marketing.
Lack of vetting processes for data sourcing poses security risks.
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Explainable AI Is Just Rebranding the Chaos, Not Solving It | HackerNoon

Explainable AI (XAI) may provide insights but ultimately does not resolve inherent issues like bias and misuse in machine decision-making.

What we learned after taking part in a 100-day innovation sprint

The Vodafone IoT Challenge addresses key business challenges by pairing corporates with startups to foster innovation within a structured timeframe.

UK: Manchester employee handed suspended prison sentence for illegally accessing personal information

A suspended prison sentence was issued to an insurance worker for unlawfully accessing personal data.

PlayStation's 2024 Wrap-Up has been (mostly) out of commission for 24 hours

Sony's PlayStation 2024 Wrap-Up is currently down, impacting user access to year-end gaming statistics.

Received an unexpected parcel? Beware of Christmas 'Brushing' scams, says Parcelhero - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Beware of unsolicited packages; it could be indicative of a 'Brushing' scam aimed at boosting ratings for e-commerce sellers.

Microsoft starts testing Copilot Vision in Edge

Microsoft's Copilot Vision is an experimental AI feature enhancing web browsing with chat capabilities, available only to select Copilot Pro subscribers.

Couchbase sings praises of Capella for agentic AI services

Couchbase's Capella introduces new AI services to streamline intelligent application development, focusing on agentic AI and secure integration.

Can data embassies make cross-border AI safer?

Data embassies offer a solution for organizations managing AI data across borders while protecting it from host countries' authorities.
#surveillance

How Chinese insiders exploit its surveillance state

Chinese tech and government employees are selling user data within a booming illegal marketplace, exploiting personal information for financial gain.

Keeping Your Personal Data Safe in the Age of Trump

Be vigilant and proactive in protecting personal information against surveillance and data brokers.
Awareness of data collection practices by tech companies is critical for personal security.

How Chinese insiders exploit its surveillance state

Chinese tech and government employees are selling user data within a booming illegal marketplace, exploiting personal information for financial gain.

Keeping Your Personal Data Safe in the Age of Trump

Be vigilant and proactive in protecting personal information against surveillance and data brokers.
Awareness of data collection practices by tech companies is critical for personal security.
moresurveillance

2025 social media predictions from comms pros - PR Daily

2025 will see significant changes in social media, focusing on data privacy, burnout challenges for professionals, and the impact of AI and personalization.

Spotify Wrapped: the six categories of cringe that will be in everyone's playlist, including the WFH One, the Morto One and the Secret Fenian One

Tech companies have expertly convinced users that data harvesting is beneficial, making us willingly surrender our personal information for convenience.

Spain's new 'Big Brother' travel rules are driving tourists to explore other holiday destinations

Spain's new data collection rules for rental agencies and hotels provoke privacy concerns and dissent from the tourism sector.
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