T-Mobile confirms it was hacked in recent wave of telecom breaches
T-Mobile confirms it was hacked in a wave of breaches by Chinese threat actors targeting telecom companies and accessing sensitive data.
China hacked U.S. telecommunications networks, FBI and CISA say
Chinese government-linked hackers are conducting a significant cyberespionage campaign against U.S. telecommunications, targeting government and political personnel.
US confirms China-backed hackers breached telecom providers to steal wiretap data | TechCrunch
Hackers linked to China breached U.S. telecom networks, enabling access to sensitive wiretap systems and compromising private communications.
FBI says hackers are sending fraudulent police data requests to tech giants to steal people's private information | TechCrunch
Cybercriminals are exploiting compromised government emails to make fraudulent emergency data requests, compromising user privacy and security.
China-backed groups infiltrated 'multiple' telcos, FBI warns
China-backed cyber espionage has compromised US telecommunications, targeting sensitive data and communications linked to government officials.
US says China-linked hackers behind significant' cyberespionage campaign
Chinese hackers targeted US government and political figures, compromising telecom networks.
T-Mobile confirms it was hacked in recent wave of telecom breaches
T-Mobile confirms it was hacked in a wave of breaches by Chinese threat actors targeting telecom companies and accessing sensitive data.
China hacked U.S. telecommunications networks, FBI and CISA say
Chinese government-linked hackers are conducting a significant cyberespionage campaign against U.S. telecommunications, targeting government and political personnel.
US confirms China-backed hackers breached telecom providers to steal wiretap data | TechCrunch
Hackers linked to China breached U.S. telecom networks, enabling access to sensitive wiretap systems and compromising private communications.
FBI says hackers are sending fraudulent police data requests to tech giants to steal people's private information | TechCrunch
Cybercriminals are exploiting compromised government emails to make fraudulent emergency data requests, compromising user privacy and security.
China-backed groups infiltrated 'multiple' telcos, FBI warns
China-backed cyber espionage has compromised US telecommunications, targeting sensitive data and communications linked to government officials.
US says China-linked hackers behind significant' cyberespionage campaign
Chinese hackers targeted US government and political figures, compromising telecom networks.
EFF Lawsuit Discloses Documents Detailing Government's Social Media Surveillance of Immigrants
The U.S. government continues to monitor immigrants' social media despite naming changes, raising First Amendment concerns.
Opt out: how to stop tech companies spying on your phone as Trump promises mass deportations
The article emphasizes growing concerns about immigrant privacy and data security amid expanding surveillance by state agencies under the Trump administration.
'FYI. A Warrant Isn't Needed': Secret Service Says You Agreed To Be Tracked With Location Data
The Secret Service faced internal conflict over warrant requirements for using location data from apps, highlighting tensions between surveillance practices and privacy rights.
The Technology the Trump Administration Could Use to Hack Your Phone
D.H.S. contracted a spyware firm to potentially enhance surveillance amid rising concerns over privacy and government overreach.
How your browser is spying on you: Hidden dangers lurking behind every click
Web browsers are essential tools for internet access but pose serious privacy risks.
The Real Problem With Banning Masks at Protests
Facial recognition technology aids law enforcement but raises concerns about wrongful identification and privacy rights.
EFF Lawsuit Discloses Documents Detailing Government's Social Media Surveillance of Immigrants
The U.S. government continues to monitor immigrants' social media despite naming changes, raising First Amendment concerns.
Opt out: how to stop tech companies spying on your phone as Trump promises mass deportations
The article emphasizes growing concerns about immigrant privacy and data security amid expanding surveillance by state agencies under the Trump administration.
'FYI. A Warrant Isn't Needed': Secret Service Says You Agreed To Be Tracked With Location Data
The Secret Service faced internal conflict over warrant requirements for using location data from apps, highlighting tensions between surveillance practices and privacy rights.
The Technology the Trump Administration Could Use to Hack Your Phone
D.H.S. contracted a spyware firm to potentially enhance surveillance amid rising concerns over privacy and government overreach.
How your browser is spying on you: Hidden dangers lurking behind every click
Web browsers are essential tools for internet access but pose serious privacy risks.
The Real Problem With Banning Masks at Protests
Facial recognition technology aids law enforcement but raises concerns about wrongful identification and privacy rights.
California's CPPA is moving forward with formal rulemaking on automated decision-making technology despite pushback from business groups regarding costs and statutory authority.
Tell Congress To Stop These Last-Minute Bills That Help Patent Trolls
The Senate Judiciary's upcoming votes on PERA and PREVAIL threaten to worsen the patent system and harm innovation.
Oppose The Patent-Troll-Friendly PREVAIL Act
The Senate pushes the PREVAIL bill, undermining protections against patent trolls despite dropping another risky patent-related legislation.
State Privacy News - 11/15
California's CPPA is moving forward with formal rulemaking on automated decision-making technology despite pushback from business groups regarding costs and statutory authority.
Tell Congress To Stop These Last-Minute Bills That Help Patent Trolls
The Senate Judiciary's upcoming votes on PERA and PREVAIL threaten to worsen the patent system and harm innovation.
Oppose The Patent-Troll-Friendly PREVAIL Act
The Senate pushes the PREVAIL bill, undermining protections against patent trolls despite dropping another risky patent-related legislation.
Meta slapped with a $15 million fine by South Korea. Here's why
South Korea fined Meta $15 million for illegally collecting sensitive user information without consent, highlighting increased scrutiny on the company's data practices.
Bunnings breached privacy of customers by using facial recognition, watchdog finds
Bunnings breached privacy rights of customers by using facial recognition tech for store safety without consent.
Privacy Statement (AU)
The privacy statement emphasizes transparency and user consent in data processing practices.
OpenX Promotes Julie Rooney to Chief Privacy Officer
OpenX promotes Julie Rooney to chief privacy officer to strengthen commitment to privacy-first practices in ad tech.
Rooney's leadership and expertise enhance OpenX's compliance with evolving privacy regulations.
OpenX invests in proactive privacy measures, including compliance tools and audits, to set industry standards.
How Non-Gamstop Casinos Enhance Player Privacy and Anonymity
The rise of non-Gamstop casinos is driven by player demand for privacy, flexibility, and unique gaming experiences.
UK police forces are considering a cloud RMS but face data protection risks with US providers, particularly regarding sensitive records and surveillance laws.
Meta slapped with a $15 million fine by South Korea. Here's why
South Korea fined Meta $15 million for illegally collecting sensitive user information without consent, highlighting increased scrutiny on the company's data practices.
Bunnings breached privacy of customers by using facial recognition, watchdog finds
Bunnings breached privacy rights of customers by using facial recognition tech for store safety without consent.
Privacy Statement (AU)
The privacy statement emphasizes transparency and user consent in data processing practices.
OpenX Promotes Julie Rooney to Chief Privacy Officer
OpenX promotes Julie Rooney to chief privacy officer to strengthen commitment to privacy-first practices in ad tech.
Rooney's leadership and expertise enhance OpenX's compliance with evolving privacy regulations.
OpenX invests in proactive privacy measures, including compliance tools and audits, to set industry standards.
How Non-Gamstop Casinos Enhance Player Privacy and Anonymity
The rise of non-Gamstop casinos is driven by player demand for privacy, flexibility, and unique gaming experiences.
UK police forces are considering a cloud RMS but face data protection risks with US providers, particularly regarding sensitive records and surveillance laws.
23andMe customer? Here's what to know about the privacy of your genetic data.
23andMe is drastically reducing its workforce and exploring privatization amid significant concerns about genetic data security and ownership restructuring.
The gadgets that could be SPYING on you and sending your data to China
Many smart devices, including some air fryers, have troubling data privacy practices, potentially compromising user privacy. Awareness is key.
Cartoon: Personal Data
Identifying personal data is challenging due to technological advances and lack of public awareness.
Federal departments have green light to advertise on TikTok despite security concerns | CBC News
The Canadian government continues to advertise on TikTok, despite security warnings about the platform, leading to confusion over its safety for users.
The WIRED Guide to Protecting Yourself From Government Surveillance
Trump's administration may exploit digital surveillance to deport undocumented immigrants and target political opponents.
The FTC Thinks Data Clean Rooms May Have A Few Dusty Corners | AdExchanger
Data clean rooms aren't a guarantee of privacy compliance and companies remain responsible for managing personal information securely.
23andMe customer? Here's what to know about the privacy of your genetic data.
23andMe is drastically reducing its workforce and exploring privatization amid significant concerns about genetic data security and ownership restructuring.
The gadgets that could be SPYING on you and sending your data to China
Many smart devices, including some air fryers, have troubling data privacy practices, potentially compromising user privacy. Awareness is key.
Cartoon: Personal Data
Identifying personal data is challenging due to technological advances and lack of public awareness.
Federal departments have green light to advertise on TikTok despite security concerns | CBC News
The Canadian government continues to advertise on TikTok, despite security warnings about the platform, leading to confusion over its safety for users.
The WIRED Guide to Protecting Yourself From Government Surveillance
Trump's administration may exploit digital surveillance to deport undocumented immigrants and target political opponents.
The FTC Thinks Data Clean Rooms May Have A Few Dusty Corners | AdExchanger
Data clean rooms aren't a guarantee of privacy compliance and companies remain responsible for managing personal information securely.
Hot Topic Breach Confirmed, Millions of Credit Cards, Email Addresses Exposed
The Hot Topic data breach reveals significant vulnerabilities, exposing personal information of millions and inadequately protected credit card details.
Nearly 216,000 job seekers had their personal data left unsecured on a tech recruiter's database, a security researcher says
A tech recruiting firm exposed personal information of approximately 216,000 job seekers due to unsecured database access, raising serious privacy concerns.
171K AnnieMac customers informed of data breach
A data breach at AnnieMac Home Mortgage potentially affects 171,000 customers, prompting increased security measures and offers of credit monitoring.
Hot Topic Breach Confirmed, Millions of Credit Cards, Email Addresses Exposed
The Hot Topic data breach reveals significant vulnerabilities, exposing personal information of millions and inadequately protected credit card details.
Nearly 216,000 job seekers had their personal data left unsecured on a tech recruiter's database, a security researcher says
A tech recruiting firm exposed personal information of approximately 216,000 job seekers due to unsecured database access, raising serious privacy concerns.
171K AnnieMac customers informed of data breach
A data breach at AnnieMac Home Mortgage potentially affects 171,000 customers, prompting increased security measures and offers of credit monitoring.
Amazon has confirmed a data breach impacting employee data. The confirmation comes after a hacker claimed to leak data from a bunch of major organizations, including Amazon, which they say is linked to last year's MOVEit mass-hacks https://t.co/Rzaa2Uj6j0
Amazon confirms employee data stolen after hacker claims MOVEit breach | TechCrunch
Amazon confirmed a data breach involving employee contact information from a third-party vendor but maintains that its own systems remain secure.
The Importance Of Data Privacy In Online Learning Platforms
Robust data protection is crucial for online learning platforms to maintain trust, ensure legal compliance, and protect sensitive student information.
Fed, intel and military groups warn data broker practices may threaten national security
The CFPB must consider national security risks linked to data brokers in developing new privacy regulations.
3 Simple Steps to Stop Apps From Collecting Your Data
Corporations profit from detailed personal data, potentially exposing it to breaches and criminal misuse. Reading privacy policies is critical yet daunting for consumers.
Meta discloses federal probe into its use of financial data for ads
CFPB is investigating Meta for improper use of financial data in advertising, reflecting increased scrutiny of Big Tech's financial practices.
Verizon, AT&T tell courts: FCC can't punish us for selling user location data
Carriers challenge FCC fines for location data sales, claiming overreach and violation of their rights.
Google releases differential privacy software for JVM
Google's PipelineDP4j simplifies the implementation of differential privacy for Java developers.
The Importance Of Data Privacy In Online Learning Platforms
Robust data protection is crucial for online learning platforms to maintain trust, ensure legal compliance, and protect sensitive student information.
Fed, intel and military groups warn data broker practices may threaten national security
The CFPB must consider national security risks linked to data brokers in developing new privacy regulations.
3 Simple Steps to Stop Apps From Collecting Your Data
Corporations profit from detailed personal data, potentially exposing it to breaches and criminal misuse. Reading privacy policies is critical yet daunting for consumers.
Meta discloses federal probe into its use of financial data for ads
CFPB is investigating Meta for improper use of financial data in advertising, reflecting increased scrutiny of Big Tech's financial practices.
Verizon, AT&T tell courts: FCC can't punish us for selling user location data
Carriers challenge FCC fines for location data sales, claiming overreach and violation of their rights.
Google releases differential privacy software for JVM
Google's PipelineDP4j simplifies the implementation of differential privacy for Java developers.
EFF to Court: Reject X's Effort to Revive a Speech-Chilling Lawsuit Against a Nonprofit
X's lawsuit against CCDH aims to suppress criticism and punish the organization for its reports on X's content moderation practices.
EFF to Second Circuit: Electronic Device Searches at the Border Require a Warrant
Warrant requirements for border searches of electronic devices are essential to protect privacy rights, as highlighted by EFF's ongoing legal efforts.
Facebook asks US supreme court to dismiss fraud suit over Cambridge Analytica scandal
The US Supreme Court is considering Facebook's appeal against a securities fraud lawsuit by shareholders over data misuse disclosures.
Judge's Investigation Into Patent Troll Results In Criminal Referrals
The rise of patent trolls raises ethical concerns in patent litigation as courts investigate misleading practices and ownership behind patent assertions.
“Kafka in the Age of AI and the Futility of Privacy as Control,” 104 BU L Rev 1021 (2024) – FINAL VERSION of my short essay with Prof. Woodrow @Hartzog https://t.co/3vt0mgxg2L
Kafka in the Age of AI and the Futility of Privacy as Control
Empowerment of the individual is not the solution for protecting privacy in the age of artificial intelligence.