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#dna-collection
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

US immigration authorities collecting DNA information of children in criminal database

US immigration authorities are uploading migrants' DNA to a criminal database, raising privacy concerns.
DNA collection includes children, some as young as four, with no criminal charges.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

US immigration authorities collecting DNA information of children in criminal database

US immigration authorities are uploading migrants' DNA to a criminal database, raising privacy concerns.
DNA collection includes children, some as young as four, with no criminal charges.
more#dna-collection
Privacy technologies
fromBuzzFeed
2 days ago

Gen Z's Obsession With Location Tracking Is Really, Really Concerning

Teens are increasingly sharing their locations with friends via apps like Life360 and Snapchat, reflecting their social needs and independence.
fromClickUp
3 days ago

10 Best Wispr Flow Alternatives in 2025

High memory and CPU usage: Wispr Flow consumes up to 800MB of RAM and 8% CPU, impacting your system's performance, even when not in active use.
Remote teams
#surveillance
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago

Your face could soon help AI improve facial recognition technology

Clearview AI's massive facial recognition database is poised for potential government use, raising privacy concerns yet aimed at improving technology.
Privacy professionals
fromsyracuse
1 month ago

Technology being used to identify, report student protesters for possible deportation

Facial recognition technology is being used to identify protestors, raising concerns about privacy, activism, and the outsourcing of surveillance.
Privacy technologies
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Car Subscription Features Raise Your Risk of Government Surveillance, Police Records Show

Law enforcement agencies are increasingly capitalizing on data from connected vehicles, raising privacy concerns for consumers.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Street furniture to be used for facial recognition

Metropolitan Police is piloting facial recognition cameras in Croydon, raising concerns about surveillance and data privacy.
Privacy technologies
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Cops pause use of flawed AI cameras secretly monitoring streets for suspects

New Orleans' use of facial recognition live feeds for arrests raises concerns over privacy, accuracy, and accountability in policing.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago

Your face could soon help AI improve facial recognition technology

Clearview AI's massive facial recognition database is poised for potential government use, raising privacy concerns yet aimed at improving technology.
Privacy professionals
fromsyracuse
1 month ago

Technology being used to identify, report student protesters for possible deportation

Facial recognition technology is being used to identify protestors, raising concerns about privacy, activism, and the outsourcing of surveillance.
Privacy technologies
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Car Subscription Features Raise Your Risk of Government Surveillance, Police Records Show

Law enforcement agencies are increasingly capitalizing on data from connected vehicles, raising privacy concerns for consumers.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Street furniture to be used for facial recognition

Metropolitan Police is piloting facial recognition cameras in Croydon, raising concerns about surveillance and data privacy.
Privacy technologies
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Cops pause use of flawed AI cameras secretly monitoring streets for suspects

New Orleans' use of facial recognition live feeds for arrests raises concerns over privacy, accuracy, and accountability in policing.
more#surveillance
#child-safety
Privacy technologies
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Texas governor signs online safety law in blow to Apple and Google

Texas has enacted a bill mandating age verification for app downloads by minors, despite opposition from tech giants Apple and Google.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Texas governor signs online safety law in blow to Apple and Google

Texas has enacted a bill mandating age verification for app downloads by minors, despite opposition from tech giants Apple and Google.
more#child-safety
#online-safety
more#online-safety
#meta
Privacy technologies
fromFuturism
3 weeks ago

Years After Promising to Stop Facial Recognition Work, Meta Has a Devious New Plan

Meta is reintroducing facial recognition technology in smart glasses despite previous concerns about privacy and ethics.
The 'super sensing' feature could significantly impact privacy and safety due to continuous recording.
Privacy technologies
fromFuturism
3 weeks ago

Years After Promising to Stop Facial Recognition Work, Meta Has a Devious New Plan

Meta is reintroducing facial recognition technology in smart glasses despite previous concerns about privacy and ethics.
The 'super sensing' feature could significantly impact privacy and safety due to continuous recording.
more#meta
#advertising
Privacy professionals
fromMarketing Dive
2 months ago

54% of Americans are creeped out by personalized advertising: YouGov report | Marketing Dive

A majority of Americans are uncomfortable with personalized online advertisements, with growing concerns about privacy and data usage.
Marketing tech
fromDigital Trends
1 month ago

I'm definitely not ready for LG's 'emotionally aware' TV ads

LG and Zenapse are introducing emotionally aware ads using an AI model that interprets viewer emotions.
The integration of user data with emotional tracking raises privacy concerns.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
1 month ago

More brands are blending deterministic and probabilistic data for hybrid targeting approaches

Advertisers are reviving probabilistic data strategies to enhance audience targeting amidst privacy changes and cookie restrictions.
Marketing tech
fromStratechery by Ben Thompson
1 week ago

The Agentic Web and Original Sin

Advertising is seen as the fundamental flaw in the web's design, shaping user experiences through manipulation of data.
The web's reliance on advertising arose due to early challenges in integrating payment systems.
Marketing tech
fromTom's Guide
1 month ago

LG TVs are about to show ads based on your emotions - here's how

LG's agreement with Zenapse enhances ad targeting through emotional intelligence, collecting deep psychographic data on viewers.
Privacy professionals
fromMarketing Dive
2 months ago

54% of Americans are creeped out by personalized advertising: YouGov report | Marketing Dive

A majority of Americans are uncomfortable with personalized online advertisements, with growing concerns about privacy and data usage.
Marketing tech
fromDigital Trends
1 month ago

I'm definitely not ready for LG's 'emotionally aware' TV ads

LG and Zenapse are introducing emotionally aware ads using an AI model that interprets viewer emotions.
The integration of user data with emotional tracking raises privacy concerns.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
1 month ago

More brands are blending deterministic and probabilistic data for hybrid targeting approaches

Advertisers are reviving probabilistic data strategies to enhance audience targeting amidst privacy changes and cookie restrictions.
Marketing tech
fromStratechery by Ben Thompson
1 week ago

The Agentic Web and Original Sin

Advertising is seen as the fundamental flaw in the web's design, shaping user experiences through manipulation of data.
The web's reliance on advertising arose due to early challenges in integrating payment systems.
Marketing tech
fromTom's Guide
1 month ago

LG TVs are about to show ads based on your emotions - here's how

LG's agreement with Zenapse enhances ad targeting through emotional intelligence, collecting deep psychographic data on viewers.
more#advertising
#microsoft
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Microsoft launched Copilot+ PCs a year ago to mockery. Is the world finally ready for them?

Copilot+ PCs received initial criticism over privacy issues and an underwhelming response, but acceptance of AI tools has grown in a year.
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Microsoft launched Copilot+ PCs a year ago to mockery. Is the world finally ready for them?

Copilot+ PCs received initial criticism over privacy issues and an underwhelming response, but acceptance of AI tools has grown in a year.
more#microsoft
#digital-marketing
fromDigiday
1 week ago
Marketing tech

Microsoft shuttering Xandr Invest suggests Big Tech is shrinking from the open web

fromClickUp
1 month ago
Social media marketing

Faceless Digital Marketing: Strategy, Tools and How to Get Started

fromDigiday
1 week ago
Marketing tech

Microsoft shuttering Xandr Invest suggests Big Tech is shrinking from the open web

fromClickUp
1 month ago
Social media marketing

Faceless Digital Marketing: Strategy, Tools and How to Get Started

more#digital-marketing
#23andme
Gadgets
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

From spit to bankruptcy: the rise and fall of 23andMe

23andMe files for bankruptcy amid privacy concerns following a significant data breach affecting millions of customers.
NYC parents
fromQNS
2 months ago

23andMe bankruptcy sparks privacy concerns; Sen. Sanders urges deletion of genetic data - QNS

State Sen. James Sanders urges 23andMe users to delete genetic data amid bankruptcy concerns over data security.
OMG science
fromFuturism
2 months ago

23andMe Is Selling All Your Data, in Largest Sale of Genomes in History

23andMe's DNA data from 15 million individuals is being auctioned, raising concerns about privacy versus potential scientific benefits.
Marketing tech
fromFast Company
2 months ago

23andMe bankruptcy update: Stock falls to penny territory as California urges customers to delete their data

23andMe has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in light of financial distress, leadership changes, and a decline in at-home DNA testing demand.
Marketing tech
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 week ago

Biotech company Regeneron buying 23andMe for $256 million

Regeneron acquires 23andMe for $256 million following its bankruptcy filing, aiming to enhance genetic insights while ensuring user privacy.
Gadgets
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

From spit to bankruptcy: the rise and fall of 23andMe

23andMe files for bankruptcy amid privacy concerns following a significant data breach affecting millions of customers.
NYC parents
fromQNS
2 months ago

23andMe bankruptcy sparks privacy concerns; Sen. Sanders urges deletion of genetic data - QNS

State Sen. James Sanders urges 23andMe users to delete genetic data amid bankruptcy concerns over data security.
OMG science
fromFuturism
2 months ago

23andMe Is Selling All Your Data, in Largest Sale of Genomes in History

23andMe's DNA data from 15 million individuals is being auctioned, raising concerns about privacy versus potential scientific benefits.
Marketing tech
fromFast Company
2 months ago

23andMe bankruptcy update: Stock falls to penny territory as California urges customers to delete their data

23andMe has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in light of financial distress, leadership changes, and a decline in at-home DNA testing demand.
Marketing tech
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 week ago

Biotech company Regeneron buying 23andMe for $256 million

Regeneron acquires 23andMe for $256 million following its bankruptcy filing, aiming to enhance genetic insights while ensuring user privacy.
more#23andme
Privacy technologies
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

What Sam Altman's World Network Gets Wrong About Privacy - And What We Can Do Better | HackerNoon

World Network faces significant scrutiny over its biometric data practices and privacy concerns as it prepares for a US launch.
#cybercrime
EU data protection
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Legal Aid Agency attack involved 'significant' data theft

A significant data breach exposed personal information of legal aid applicants in the UK, creating privacy and security concerns.
EU data protection
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Legal Aid Agency attack involved 'significant' data theft

A significant data breach exposed personal information of legal aid applicants in the UK, creating privacy and security concerns.
more#cybercrime
#mental-health
Privacy technologies
fromDatabreaches
2 months ago

Takeaways from our investigation on AI-powered school surveillance

AI surveillance in schools aims to enhance safety but raises significant privacy concerns.
Recent investigations uncovered unprotected student documents, exposing serious security flaws.
Artificial intelligence
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Should I Use an AI Therapist?

AI therapy chatbots can offer focused assistance but cannot replicate essential human interactions in therapy.
Concerns about privacy and bias in AI's outputs remain significant issues in mental healthcare.
Privacy technologies
fromDatabreaches
2 months ago

Takeaways from our investigation on AI-powered school surveillance

AI surveillance in schools aims to enhance safety but raises significant privacy concerns.
Recent investigations uncovered unprotected student documents, exposing serious security flaws.
Artificial intelligence
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Should I Use an AI Therapist?

AI therapy chatbots can offer focused assistance but cannot replicate essential human interactions in therapy.
Concerns about privacy and bias in AI's outputs remain significant issues in mental healthcare.
more#mental-health
#artificial-intelligence
Marketing tech
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

China's newest AI model Manus is dividing opinion over DeepSeek comparisons. Here's what to know.

Manus AI is claimed to be the world's first fully autonomous AI agent, performing tasks with minimal oversight.
Artificial intelligence
fromCbsnews
2 weeks ago

Inside the first U.S. medical school to fully incorporate AI into its doctor training program

The Icahn School of Medicine is the first to integrate AI tools like ChatGPT into medical training.
Privacy professionals
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago

AI in national security raises proportionality and privacy concerns | Computer Weekly

Public support exists for national security data processing, but privacy concerns loom large, especially regarding AI's role in surveillance.
Marketing tech
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

China's newest AI model Manus is dividing opinion over DeepSeek comparisons. Here's what to know.

Manus AI is claimed to be the world's first fully autonomous AI agent, performing tasks with minimal oversight.
Artificial intelligence
fromCbsnews
2 weeks ago

Inside the first U.S. medical school to fully incorporate AI into its doctor training program

The Icahn School of Medicine is the first to integrate AI tools like ChatGPT into medical training.
Privacy professionals
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago

AI in national security raises proportionality and privacy concerns | Computer Weekly

Public support exists for national security data processing, but privacy concerns loom large, especially regarding AI's role in surveillance.
more#artificial-intelligence
#data-protection
EU data protection
fromITPro
2 months ago

'It's your worst nightmare': A batch of 5 hard drives found at a flea market held 15GB of Dutch medical records - and experts warn it could've caused a disastrous data breach

A Dutch IT company mishandled sensitive medical data, leading to hard drives being sold at a flea market.
The breach reveals significant shortcomings in data protection practices.
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago

Worried about ChatGPT saving your chat data? Don't be - just click this one button

ChatGPT can assist with complex tasks but requires caution due to privacy concerns regarding personal information.
EU data protection
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

23andMe: Privacy risks of gene data being sold or leaked DW 03/27/2025

The bankruptcy of 23andMe raises concerns about potential genetic discrimination and data privacy risks for its customers.
EU data protection
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

Explainer: TikTok just admitted it held EU user data in China and it now has a huge credibility problem

TikTok's admission of holding EU user data in China undermines its credibility regarding data protection promises.
EU data protection
fromITPro
2 months ago

'It's your worst nightmare': A batch of 5 hard drives found at a flea market held 15GB of Dutch medical records - and experts warn it could've caused a disastrous data breach

A Dutch IT company mishandled sensitive medical data, leading to hard drives being sold at a flea market.
The breach reveals significant shortcomings in data protection practices.
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago

Worried about ChatGPT saving your chat data? Don't be - just click this one button

ChatGPT can assist with complex tasks but requires caution due to privacy concerns regarding personal information.
EU data protection
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

23andMe: Privacy risks of gene data being sold or leaked DW 03/27/2025

The bankruptcy of 23andMe raises concerns about potential genetic discrimination and data privacy risks for its customers.
EU data protection
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

Explainer: TikTok just admitted it held EU user data in China and it now has a huge credibility problem

TikTok's admission of holding EU user data in China undermines its credibility regarding data protection promises.
more#data-protection
#real-id
more#real-id
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Free online storage services compared: Which one's best for you?

Cloud storage services provide easy access to documents and media. Choosing the right free service among various capable providers is essential.
Privacy technologies
#cryptocurrency
NYC startup
fromTheregister
4 weeks ago

Sam Altman's World brings biometric eyeball scans to US

World uses biometric scanning to verify human identity amid claims of privacy concerns and regulatory scrutiny.
NYC startup
fromTheregister
4 weeks ago

Sam Altman's World brings biometric eyeball scans to US

World uses biometric scanning to verify human identity amid claims of privacy concerns and regulatory scrutiny.
more#cryptocurrency
fromZDNET
4 weeks ago

I tested a smart lock with facial recognition, and it spoiled every other one for me

The Lockly Visage introduces facial recognition, raising concerns about security and potential misuse, especially in cases of domestic violence.
Wearables
#civil-rights
Privacy professionals
fromFast Company
2 months ago

How the Trump administration plans to use algorithms to target protesters

The U.S. State Department may utilize AI to monitor social media for dissent, raising privacy concerns and potential for false positives.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

A constitutional loophole': How phone inspections test US civil rights

Border agents possess legal authority to search electronic devices, raising significant constitutional and privacy concerns.
Travelers, especially minorities, often face anxiety about being profiled during border checks.
Privacy professionals
fromFast Company
2 months ago

How the Trump administration plans to use algorithms to target protesters

The U.S. State Department may utilize AI to monitor social media for dissent, raising privacy concerns and potential for false positives.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

A constitutional loophole': How phone inspections test US civil rights

Border agents possess legal authority to search electronic devices, raising significant constitutional and privacy concerns.
Travelers, especially minorities, often face anxiety about being profiled during border checks.
more#civil-rights
Wearables
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Would you wear a smart ring that proves you're not a cheater?

The RAW Ring could transform relationship dynamics yet raises ethical concerns about privacy and trust.
This technology aims to enhance emotional transparency between partners.
Artificial intelligence
fromPrivacy International
1 month ago

Your future AI Assistant still needs to earn your trust

AI assistants must access personal data to function as task managers, increasing privacy and security concerns.
Future AI assistants are more than just voice activated; they will deeply integrate with personal data and services.
#military-operations
more#military-operations
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month 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.
#ai-technology
Privacy professionals
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Google Is Helping Government Build an AI-Powered Border Surveillance System

Google is expanding its role in border surveillance with U.S. Customs and Border Patrol through AI technology.
Privacy professionals
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Google Is Helping Government Build an AI-Powered Border Surveillance System

Google is expanding its role in border surveillance with U.S. Customs and Border Patrol through AI technology.
more#ai-technology
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

It made us feel safe': South London couple face eviction threat over camera installed after gun scare

This camera isn't really CCTV, it's basically a glorified Ring doorbell. It was cheaper than a Ring doorbell and was needed quickly.
London politics
#data-security
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
1 month ago

DOGE Is Planning a Hackathon at the IRS. It Wants Easier Access to Taxpayer Data

A 'mega API' could expose sensitive IRS data, risking privacy through improper data access and potential misuse.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
1 month ago

DOGE Is Planning a Hackathon at the IRS. It Wants Easier Access to Taxpayer Data

A 'mega API' could expose sensitive IRS data, risking privacy through improper data access and potential misuse.
more#data-security
Privacy professionals
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago

Trump Administration subpoenas UC faculty information in antisemitism investigation

The EEOC is investigating allegations of antisemitism on UC campuses, requiring personal employee information linked to signed supportive letters.
Professors express concern over privacy due to federal information subpoena.
SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Gene Hackman left children money in trusts, report says

Gene Hackman's children are not estranged and were in regular contact before his death, countering speculation of a legal dispute over his estate.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Miss Manners: They urge me to reconcile with my parents, but they don't know the true story

It's important to remain respectful and discreet when addressing family matters in public, even when friends press for a resolution.
Cooking
#legal-ruling
more#legal-ruling
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Former Trump Attorney's Social Security Number Revealed in JFK Files Dump: It's Absolutely Outrageous'

The recent release of JFK assassination documents disclosed personal information of over 200 individuals, raising serious privacy concerns.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Prince Harry US visa documents released in redacted form over harassment fears

Prince Harry's US visa status remains confidential, with court documents hinting at potential harassment concerns if disclosed.
fromTheregister
2 months ago

DoorDash sued for allegedly branding customer a fraudster

The lawsuit alleges that DoorDash retaliated against CEO Phyllis Jager by falsely designating her as a fraudster after she raised privacy concerns about their delivery proof photos.
NYC startup
Marketing tech
fromForbes
2 months ago

6 Research Findings That Prove 1st-Party Data Is Reshaping Personalized Shopping

Retailers need to leverage first-party data for personalization while addressing privacy concerns to effectively engage consumers.
OMG science
fromMail Online
2 months ago

China's spy satellite 'can see faces from more than 60 MILES away'

China's advanced surveillance technology can identify individuals from space, raising significant privacy concerns.
Wearables
fromFast Company
2 months ago

A new wearable from dating app RAW promises to track your partner's emotions in real time

The RAW ring represents a modern symbol of commitment by enabling couples to track each other's emotions digitally.
#hud
NYC real estate
fromCurbed
2 months ago

The Real-Estate Operators at DOGE Might Know Where You Live

Private interests gain access to sensitive HUD data under cost-cutting initiatives, raising concerns about misuse and privacy.
NYC real estate
fromCurbed
2 months ago

The Real-Estate Operators at DOGE Might Know Where You Live

Private interests gain access to sensitive HUD data under cost-cutting initiatives, raising concerns about misuse and privacy.
more#hud
NYC startup
fromWIRED
2 months ago

Amazon's Delivery Drones Are Grounded. The Birds and Dogs of This Texas Town Are Grateful

College Station, Texas, resisted Amazon's drone deliveries more than any other U.S. city, leading to their cessation and restoring community privacy.
Privacy technologies
fromZDNET
3 months ago

How to disable ACR on your TV (and why you shouldn't wait to do it)

Smart TVs use automatic content recognition (ACR) technology to track viewing habits and target ads, creating privacy concerns and potential for data misuse.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Missouri lawmaker proposes registry of pregnant women at risk' for abortions

Missouri lawmaker proposes registry for pregnant women at risk of abortion, aiming to connect them with adoptive parents.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Judge issues warning over sperm donor who fathered over 180 children'

A judge has cautioned about unregulated private sperm donation, following a case where a man sought parental rights to a child he claimed to have conceived.
UK news
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
3 months ago

I Took Grindr's AI Wingman for a Spin. Here's a Glimpse of Your Dating Future

In-app conversations yield a more genuine user profile, influencing improved recommendations.
AI tools on Grindr can summarize chats and highlight compatible profiles for users.
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