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fromAdExchanger
1 day ago
Privacy professionals

Think You're Not A Data Broker? California's Delete Act Might Say Otherwise | AdExchanger

EU data protection
fromThedrum
3 days ago

The future of data, privacy and ethics

Misleading practices in e-commerce, such as false stock availability, are regulated by the European Commission to protect consumers.
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
3 days ago

I tried to wipe my digital footprint without paying for a data removal service - 5 free ways

Most sensitive information online is legally collected and aggregated by brokers, but removal is possible with effort and available tools.
Privacy professionals
fromAdExchanger
1 day ago

Think You're Not A Data Broker? California's Delete Act Might Say Otherwise | AdExchanger

California's data broker registration requirements mandate businesses to register and comply with consumer data deletion requests or face significant penalties.
EU data protection
fromThedrum
3 days ago

The future of data, privacy and ethics

Misleading practices in e-commerce, such as false stock availability, are regulated by the European Commission to protect consumers.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Rental platform unnecessarily collected the data of millions of Australians, privacy commissioner finds

Excessive data collection by rental platforms increases tenant vulnerability, prompting calls for reduced personal information requirements.
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
3 days ago

I tried to wipe my digital footprint without paying for a data removal service - 5 free ways

Most sensitive information online is legally collected and aggregated by brokers, but removal is possible with effort and available tools.
Apple
fromArs Technica
10 hours ago

Apple stops weirdly storing data that let cops spy on Signal chats

Signal's patch deletes preserved notifications and prevents future preservation for deleted apps, but user concerns about privacy remain.
#ai
Information security
fromHarvard Gazette
1 day ago

Got personal financial, medical data you'd like to keep private? Good luck.Got personal financial, medical data you'd like to keep private? Good luck. - Harvard Gazette

New AI models may increase the risk of cybercriminals breaching secure systems, exposing personal data.
Information security
fromHarvard Gazette
1 day ago

Got personal financial, medical data you'd like to keep private? Good luck.Got personal financial, medical data you'd like to keep private? Good luck. - Harvard Gazette

New AI models may increase the risk of cybercriminals breaching secure systems, exposing personal data.
Public health
fromKOMO
1 day ago

California moves toward banning 'predatory' social media for kids under 16

California is advancing a bill to ban social media accounts for children under 16 to combat addiction and mental health issues.
Business intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
8 hours ago

The Hidden Data Liability Every Leader Needs to Address Now

Data is no longer endlessly renewable; companies face a 'data liability gap' affecting AI systems and data recovery responsibilities.
#age-verification
Privacy technologies
fromTheregister
11 hours ago

Proton CEO: Age checks turn internet into ID checkpoint

Age verification risks transforming the internet into a system requiring identification for all users, compromising anonymity and security.
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago
Privacy technologies

438 Experts Said Age Verification Is Dangerous. Legislators Are Moving Forward With It Anyway. - Above the Law

Privacy technologies
fromTheregister
11 hours ago

Proton CEO: Age checks turn internet into ID checkpoint

Age verification risks transforming the internet into a system requiring identification for all users, compromising anonymity and security.
Privacy technologies
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

438 Experts Said Age Verification Is Dangerous. Legislators Are Moving Forward With It Anyway. - Above the Law

Age verification mandates for the internet are technically flawed, threaten privacy, and may cause more harm than good, according to 438 researchers from 32 countries.
#meta
fromTechCrunch
16 hours ago
Digital life

Meta will now allow parents to see the topics their child discussed with Meta AI | TechCrunch

Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

'This Makes Me Super Uncomfortable': Meta's Plan to Track Employees' Every Click and Keystroke Sparks Backlash

Meta is installing tracking software on U.S. employees' computers to create AI training data from their work activities.
Mental health
fromEngadget
14 hours ago

Meta will show parents the topics of their teens' AI conversations

Meta introduces features for parents to monitor teen interactions with AI on its platforms.
Digital life
fromTechCrunch
16 hours ago

Meta will now allow parents to see the topics their child discussed with Meta AI | TechCrunch

Meta's new supervision tools allow parents to view topics their teens discuss with AI on Facebook, Messenger, and Instagram.
Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

'This Makes Me Super Uncomfortable': Meta's Plan to Track Employees' Every Click and Keystroke Sparks Backlash

Meta is installing tracking software on U.S. employees' computers to create AI training data from their work activities.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
12 hours ago

4 tips for remote workers to safeguard data and privacy

Remote work in public spaces offers convenience but poses privacy and security risks that require precautions.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 hours ago

Thousands call on UK ministers to cut ties with US tech giant Palantir

Public concern over Palantir's contracts with UK entities has led to petitions urging the government to terminate these agreements.
fromPadailypost
2 hours ago

Palo Alto learns its license plate cameras could be searched by other police agencies across the country

In late 2023, unbeknownst to many users including PAPD, Flock added a new 'Nationwide Lookup' search feature. Using this feature, an out-of-state local law enforcement or federal agency could perform a broad search of data from Flock's entire nationwide network of over 6,000 cameras, including the 20 cameras then-deployed in Palo Alto.
California
Cars
fromFuturism
8 hours ago

Elon Musk Admits He Lied to Tesla Customers' Faces for Years About Self-Driving

Tesla's Hardware 3 is inadequate for fully autonomous driving, requiring a retrofit that has led to class action lawsuits from disappointed owners.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
13 hours ago

100+ Crypto Firms Urge Senate To Advance Clarity Act

Over 100 crypto firms urge U.S. Senate to advance market structure legislation to prevent innovation and capital from leaving the country.
Marketing tech
fromThedrum
23 hours ago

The GumGum Platform Achieves Global SOC 2 Compliance, Setting Standards for Data Security

GumGum achieved SOC 2 compliance, enhancing data security and system reliability for partners and customers globally.
Intellectual property law
fromAdExchanger
3 days ago

Why A 1967 Privacy Law Is Powering A New Wave Of Ad Tech Lawsuits | AdExchanger

CIPA, a 1967 law, has become a significant challenge for ad tech due to its private right of action and potential for high damages.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

Colorado governor signs law recognizing that trans kids have privacy rights

A new Colorado law seals name-change records for minors, enhancing privacy for transgender youth.
Privacy professionals
fromFast Company
18 hours ago

How the government is ramping up mass surveillance with AI-driven tech

Surveillance capitalism collects extensive personal data through various devices and technologies, often without user consent or effective opt-out options.
#uk-biobank
Information security
fromTechCrunch
15 hours ago

Surveillance vendors caught abusing access to telcos to track people's phone locations, researchers say | TechCrunch

Two spying campaigns exploit telecom infrastructure weaknesses to track individuals' locations, revealing ongoing vulnerabilities in global phone networks.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
8 hours ago

CA State Senate to vote on slew of insurance reform bills, addressing transparency, non-renewals

California is voting on insurance reform bills aimed at increasing transparency and accountability in the insurance market.
Privacy technologies
fromTheregister
1 day ago

OpenAI now lets you screenshot your privacy in the foot

OpenAI's Chronicle captures user screens to enhance Codex's contextual understanding, raising privacy concerns similar to Microsoft's Recall.
Apple
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Apple's Tim Cook leaves behind complicated legacy on privacy

Tim Cook's legacy as a privacy advocate is complicated by his concessions to government demands, particularly in China.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
12 hours ago

CLARITY Act Gains New Urgency as More Than 100 Crypto Organizations Urge Senate Action

Over 100 organizations urge Congress to expedite the CLARITY Act for U.S. crypto market structure and competitiveness.
Digital life
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

The Anguish of Data Loss

Data preservation is crucial, yet digital devices are fragile and often treated carelessly, leading to significant loss when data is not backed up.
EU data protection
fromTechCrunch
5 hours ago

These are the countries moving to ban social media for children | TechCrunch

Countries are implementing social media bans for children to address risks like cyberbullying and mental health issues.
Privacy professionals
fromFast Company
8 hours ago

Lowe's faces pressure to cut ties with Flock Safety as AI surveillance data raises serious privacy concerns

Lowe's faces pressure to end its partnership with Flock Safety due to concerns over mass surveillance and its implications for civil liberties.
Apple
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Apple's Cal AI crackdown signals it's still policing the App Store | TechCrunch

Apple enforces strict App Store rules, recently removing Cal AI for violating in-app purchase guidelines and using manipulative tactics.
Privacy professionals
fromFast Company
15 hours ago

Meta tracking employee keystrokes to train AI is probably legal. Experts say that doesn't make it ethical

Meta Platforms is implementing software to track employee computer usage to train AI models, raising privacy concerns amid potential layoffs.
#google
EU data protection
fromTNW | Eu
11 hours ago

EU prepares to force Google to open Android to ChatGPT and Claude under Digital Markets Act

The European Commission is mandating Google to open Android to rival AI assistants, impacting the future of AI platform competition.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
1 week 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.
EU data protection
fromTNW | Eu
11 hours ago

EU prepares to force Google to open Android to ChatGPT and Claude under Digital Markets Act

The European Commission is mandating Google to open Android to rival AI assistants, impacting the future of AI platform competition.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
1 week 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
Privacy professionals
fromKqed
1 week 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
fromAdExchanger
1 week ago

Cookies, Whether You Want Them Or Not; Feeding The 'Industry Plants' | AdExchanger

Microsoft's cookie policies raise concerns about user privacy despite opting out of third-party data sharing.
Privacy professionals
fromSecuritymagazine
2 days ago

The Privacy-Security Partnership: How We Bend Risk in a Resource Crunch

Fewer privacy practitioners feel confident in meeting laws, while resource shortages and compliance challenges increase stress in the field.
Privacy technologies
fromTheregister
3 days ago

Claude Desktop changes software permissions without consent

Claude Desktop installs files affecting other apps without consent, violating privacy laws and raising concerns about its classification as spyware.
Privacy technologies
fromComputerWeekly.com
6 days ago

Privacy, power, and encryption: why end-to-end security matters | Computer Weekly

Privacy is a fundamental human condition, and end-to-end encryption is essential for protecting communications in a surveillance-heavy world.
Privacy professionals
fromKqed
1 week 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
fromAdExchanger
1 week ago

Cookies, Whether You Want Them Or Not; Feeding The 'Industry Plants' | AdExchanger

Microsoft's cookie policies raise concerns about user privacy despite opting out of third-party data sharing.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechRepublic
6 days ago

AI Upgrades, Security Breaches, and Industry Shifts Define This Week in Tech - TechRepublic

AI innovation and security threats are reshaping technology and corporate strategies across various platforms and applications.
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

The case for banning cookie banners

Cookie banners have become bloated and useless, creating a new kind of interaction that means trouble all over the web. The only solution is to get rid of them, and do it now.
Digital life
Privacy technologies
fromBGR
4 days ago

Should You Accept Or Reject Cookies From A Website? - BGR

Reject non-essential cookies to avoid data tracking and targeted ads while accepting essential cookies for website functionality.
Privacy professionals
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Linux may get exemption from Colorado age-check bill

OS-level age checks for open source systems raise concerns, but proposed exemptions in Colorado may set a precedent amid potential federal legislation.
Privacy professionals
fromEngadget
2 days ago

AI company deletes the 3 million OKCupid photos it used for facial recognition training

Clarifai deleted 3 million profile photos from OkCupid after a settlement with the FTC for violating privacy policies.
Privacy professionals
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Woman says chatbot pushed her son to suicide and these 'guardrails' are crucial

Legislation is proposed to regulate companion chatbots to protect minors from potential harm, requiring risk assessments and crisis resource referrals.
Privacy professionals
fromExtremeTech
1 week ago

Google, Microsoft, and Meta Ignore Your Ad Tracking Opt-Outs, Audit Reveals

Google, Microsoft, and Meta track users' browsing habits despite opt-out requests, violating privacy regulations.
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
1 month ago

The Privacy 'Zealots' Were Right: Ad Tech's Infrastructure Was Always A Risk

Digital advertising's granular targeting infrastructure created uncontrollable security vulnerabilities that governments now exploit for surveillance purposes.
Marketing
fromCMSWire.com
2 months ago

The Cookie Banner Checklist That Actually Matters

A centralized resource delivers actionable research, editorial insight and practical data to guide CMOs and customer experience leaders through complex customer and organizational landscapes.
#privacy-policy
Privacy professionals
fromRoute Fifty
1 week 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.
Privacy professionals
fromRoute Fifty
1 week 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.
Privacy professionals
from404 Media
1 week 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.
California
fromwww.theiplawblog.com
2 months ago

The Briefing: Part One: CCPA's New Rules on Automated Decision making Technology (ADMT)

California's amended CCPA regulations now regulate Automated Decision-Making Technology, extending oversight from data collection to businesses' use of algorithms and AI in decisions.
Privacy professionals
fromPCMAG
2 weeks ago

Use Perplexity? Lawsuit Accuses It of Sharing Personal Data With Google and Meta Without Permission

Perplexity faces a lawsuit for allegedly sharing user data with Google and Meta without consent, violating privacy rights.
Privacy professionals
fromHer Campus
3 weeks ago

Who's Watching The Watchers? AI, Age Verification, And Online Privacy

Parents are increasingly concerned about children's exposure to harmful online content despite regulations like CIPA and platforms like YouTube Kids.
Privacy professionals
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Age verification isn't sage verification inside OSes

California's Digital Age Assurance Act attempts age verification for minors but is vague, incoherent, and creates liability risks without clearly defining compliance requirements or addressing practical implementation across diverse computing devices.
Privacy professionals
fromPrivacy International
2 months ago

A Call for Class Action: how people are reclaiming control over their health data

Class actions in the US are increasingly used to hold companies accountable for exploiting highly valuable health data, creating financial incentives to change corporate behavior.
fromoregonlive
2 months ago

Your personal data is being sold right now. Here's what you can do

Oregon allows consumers to opt out when companies collect and sell personal details gained in online transactions or simply when people log on to a website or use an app. Under the Oregon Consumer Privacy Act, residents can see what data companies keep about them, request corrections or deletion and opt out of data sales, targeted advertising and certain types of profiling. Businesses must also disclose their data practices and obtain consent before collecting sensitive information such as precise location, biometric or some health data.
Privacy professionals
Privacy professionals
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

We have more privacy controls yet less privacy than ever

Young people increasingly view online privacy as inevitable loss rather than a right, accepting data sharing as currency for digital services while older privacy advocates warn this threatens fundamental freedoms.
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