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Britons warned about Russian hackers targeting internet routers for espionage

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NHS Scotland-linked domains push pr0n and illegal streams

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Jones Day Gets Hacked While FBI Busy Planning Kash Patel's Next Vacation - Above the Law

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10 Data Security Stories to Know About (March 2026)

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Iran-Linked Hackers Breach FBI Director Kash Patel's Email, Leak Messages Online

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4 hours ago

First they went after medtech, then Kash Patel. Iranian hackers' next target is likely 'low-hanging fruit' in water, energy, and tourism, experts say | Fortune

Iran-linked hackers are targeting high-profile figures and critical infrastructure in the U.S. and Israel to sow disruption.

Britons warned about Russian hackers targeting internet routers for espionage

Russian hackers exploit internet routers for espionage, targeting users' credentials and devices on home networks.

NHS Scotland-linked domains push pr0n and illegal streams

Scottish healthcare provider domains have been hijacked to promote adult content and illegal sports streams.

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Jones Day Gets Hacked While FBI Busy Planning Kash Patel's Next Vacation - Above the Law

Jones Day experienced a data breach by the Silent Ransom Group, affecting 10 clients and involving demands for $13 million to keep the breach quiet.

10 Data Security Stories to Know About (March 2026)

March saw significant data security incidents including cyberattacks, data purchases by the FBI, and breaches affecting millions of customers.

Iran-Linked Hackers Breach FBI Director Kash Patel's Email, Leak Messages Online

An Iran-linked hacking group breached FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email, releasing non-sensitive information as a retaliatory cyber attack.

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5 hours ago

CNN Stuck With Suit Challenging Use of Online Tracking Tools

Lead plaintiff Anthony D'Antonio established he suffered a concrete injury sufficient to establish standing to sue in federal court, according to Judge Victor Marrero.

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Judge renews procedures for 702 surveillance program that could soon lapse

The Trump administration's surveillance program under Section 702 was renewed, but concerns were raised about data filtering tools used by intelligence agencies.

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Stalking victim sues OpenAI, claims ChatGPT fueled her abuser's delusions and ignored her warnings | TechCrunch

A lawsuit claims OpenAI's technology enabled harassment, as a user allegedly stalked his ex-girlfriend after believing he found a cure for sleep apnea.

Florida AG to probe OpenAI, alleging possible connection to FSU shooting | TechCrunch

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is investigating OpenAI for potential harm to minors and national security threats related to its technology.

Florida launches investigation into OpenAI

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is investigating OpenAI for public safety and national security risks related to its technology.

Florida AG announces investigation into OpenAI over shooting that allegedly involved ChatGPT | TechCrunch

Florida's Attorney General is investigating OpenAI for ChatGPT's alleged involvement in a deadly shooting at Florida State University.

7 hours ago

Stalking victim sues OpenAI, claims ChatGPT fueled her abuser's delusions and ignored her warnings | TechCrunch

A lawsuit claims OpenAI's technology enabled harassment, as a user allegedly stalked his ex-girlfriend after believing he found a cure for sleep apnea.

Florida AG to probe OpenAI, alleging possible connection to FSU shooting | TechCrunch

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is investigating OpenAI for potential harm to minors and national security threats related to its technology.

Florida launches investigation into OpenAI

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is investigating OpenAI for public safety and national security risks related to its technology.

Florida AG announces investigation into OpenAI over shooting that allegedly involved ChatGPT | TechCrunch

Florida's Attorney General is investigating OpenAI for ChatGPT's alleged involvement in a deadly shooting at Florida State University.

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9 hours ago

We Need You: Our Privacy Cannot Afford a Clean Extension of Section 702

Section 702 of FISA requires substantial reforms before reauthorization to protect privacy rights and address compliance issues.

12 hours ago

Dad stuck in support nightmare after teen lied about age on Discord

Discord failed to provide adequate support for a hacked account belonging to a minor, despite knowing the user's age.

#fintech

fromEntrepreneur

Your Next Buyer Is Googling You Right Now

In 2026, buyers prioritize fintech legitimacy over features, making trust a crucial stage in the decision-making process.

A money-transfer app stored customer passports on an unencrypted, publicly accessible server for nearly five years - Silicon Canals

Fintech companies face regulatory pressure to collect identity documents but lack enforceable obligations to protect them, leading to data breaches.

fromEntrepreneur

Your Next Buyer Is Googling You Right Now

In 2026, buyers prioritize fintech legitimacy over features, making trust a crucial stage in the decision-making process.

A money-transfer app stored customer passports on an unencrypted, publicly accessible server for nearly five years - Silicon Canals

Fintech companies face regulatory pressure to collect identity documents but lack enforceable obligations to protect them, leading to data breaches.

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fromPsychology Today

Chatbots Can Talk, but Parents Can Connect

GenAI policy and regulatory safeguards for teens are critical but lag behind the rapid development of technology.

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After data breach, $10B valued startup Mercor is having a month | TechCrunch

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Capita's pension portal exposes civil servants' private data

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Hackers steal and leak sensitive LAPD police documents | TechCrunch

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Capita's troubled Civil Service Pension Scheme hit by data breach | Computer Weekly

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Mercor hit with 5 contractor lawsuits in a week over data breach

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Wynn Resorts Says 21,000 Employees Affected by ShinyHunters Hack

After data breach, $10B valued startup Mercor is having a month | TechCrunch

Mercor faces significant challenges after a data breach, with hackers claiming to have stolen 4TB of sensitive data.

Capita's pension portal exposes civil servants' private data

Capita limited online functionality of the Civil Service Pensions Scheme member portal after a data breach exposed personal information of public sector workers.

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.

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Capita's troubled Civil Service Pension Scheme hit by data breach | Computer Weekly

A data breach exposed personal information of nearly 140 members of the UK Civil Service Pension Scheme.

Mercor hit with 5 contractor lawsuits in a week over data breach

Contractors filed lawsuits against Mercor for data privacy violations following a significant data breach affecting personal information.

Wynn Resorts Says 21,000 Employees Affected by ShinyHunters Hack

Wynn Resorts confirmed a data breach affecting over 21,000 individuals, with hackers stealing employee data and likely receiving ransom payment.

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Instagram Promotes Explicit Content to Teens, Iowa AG Suit Says

Meta Platforms Inc. is being sued for falsely advertising Instagram as safe for teenagers despite harmful content being accessible.

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The Hidden ROI of Visibility: Better Decisions, Better Behavior, Better Security

Visibility through security measures can deter undesirable behavior and enhance safety in challenging situations.

Sticky-note security turned gym into hall of '80s horrors

Leaving default security credentials exposed can lead to unauthorized access and potential security risks.

The Hidden ROI of Visibility: Better Decisions, Better Behavior, Better Security

Visibility through security measures can deter undesirable behavior and enhance safety in challenging situations.

Sticky-note security turned gym into hall of '80s horrors

Leaving default security credentials exposed can lead to unauthorized access and potential security risks.

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Questions raised about how LinkedIn uses the petabytes of data it collects

LinkedIn users should limit identifiable data exposure and treat the platform as potentially hostile until BrowserGate allegations are verified.

Roblox predator who groomed girl and sent highly sexualised' messages jailed

Carlo Tritta, 19, has been locked up for 28 months after pleading guilty to various offences including making indecent images of a child and sexual communications with a child.

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OpenAI releases a new safety blueprint to address the rise in child sexual exploitation | TechCrunch

OpenAI has introduced a Child Safety Blueprint to combat AI-enabled child exploitation and enhance child protection efforts in the U.S.

fromInfoQ

Inside Spotify's 2025 Wrapped Archive: AI Narratives at Scale and the Privacy TradeOff

Spotify's 2025 Wrapped Archive generates personalized reports for users, emphasizing narrative recaps while raising privacy concerns.

fromWIRED

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.

Former national security officials urge Congress to renew Section 702 before expiration

Former national security officials urge Congress to renew Section 702 of the FISA before it expires, emphasizing its importance for national security.

Hack-for-hire group caught targeting Android devices and iCloud backups | TechCrunch

A hack-for-hire group is targeting journalists and officials in the Middle East and North Africa using phishing and spyware tactics.

Banning New Foreign Routers Mistargets Products to Fix Real Problem

The FCC has banned foreign-made routers from U.S. sale due to security concerns, impacting consumer options without effectively addressing vulnerabilities.

fromZDNET

Android users can get up to $100 each from this class action suit - see if you're eligible

A lawsuit claims Google transmitted user data without permission, affecting Android users since 2017, with a settlement fund of $135 million.

Alarm in health service over Palantir staff being given NHS email accounts

Health service staff are alarmed by Palantir engineers receiving NHS email accounts, raising concerns about privacy and ethics.

fromLos Angeles Times

Trove of sensitive LAPD records leaked in suspected hack

A trove of sensitive LAPD records, including officer personnel files and documents from Internal Affairs investigations, are among the materials believed to have been seized by hackers in a breach last month involving the L.A. city attorney's office.

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Meta employee in London accused of downloading 30,000 private Facebook images

A former Meta employee is under investigation for downloading 30,000 private Facebook images using a program to bypass security checks.

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Ex-Meta worker investigated for downloading 30,000 private Facebook photos

6 days ago

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Meta paused its work with AI training startup Mercor after a data breach

Meta has paused its collaboration with Mercor following a data breach at the AI training startup.

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Weakening Speech Protections Will Punish All of Us-Not Just Meta

Meta and YouTube face legal challenges, but lowering First Amendment protections could harm user speech rights.

Meta employee in London accused of downloading 30,000 private Facebook images

A former Meta employee is under investigation for downloading 30,000 private Facebook images using a program to bypass security checks.

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Ex-Meta worker investigated for downloading 30,000 private Facebook photos

A former Meta employee is under investigation for downloading 30,000 private Facebook images using a program to bypass security checks.

6 days ago

Meta paused its work with AI training startup Mercor after a data breach

Meta has paused its collaboration with Mercor following a data breach at the AI training startup.

Weakening Speech Protections Will Punish All of Us-Not Just Meta

Meta and YouTube face legal challenges, but lowering First Amendment protections could harm user speech rights.

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New FBI Warning: Chinese Apps Could Expose User Data

FBI warns Americans about potential data risks from foreign apps, especially those developed in China.

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FBI Declares Surveillance System Breach a 'Major Incident'

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Breach of FBI Surveillance System Considered a "Major Incident," Security Experts Weigh In

Suspected Chinese breach of FBI system exposed surveillance targets' phone numbers

A breach linked to China exposed phone numbers of FBI surveillance targets, raising concerns about counterintelligence risks.

fromAdvocate.com

How the Kash Patel hack turned a college-linked username into a security warning

FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email was hacked, exposing over 300 emails and photos, raising concerns about digital security and identity management.

FBI Confirms Kash Patel Email Hack as US Offers $10M Reward for Hackers

Threat actors accessed FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email, but no government information was compromised.

New FBI Warning: Chinese Apps Could Expose User Data

FBI warns Americans about potential data risks from foreign apps, especially those developed in China.

FBI Declares Surveillance System Breach a 'Major Incident'

A China-linked breach of an FBI surveillance system has been classified as a major incident, posing significant risks to US national security.

Breach of FBI Surveillance System Considered a "Major Incident," Security Experts Weigh In

FBI confirms major breach of surveillance system, exposing sensitive data and potentially revealing criminal probes and surveillance targets.

Suspected Chinese breach of FBI system exposed surveillance targets' phone numbers

A breach linked to China exposed phone numbers of FBI surveillance targets, raising concerns about counterintelligence risks.

fromAdvocate.com

How the Kash Patel hack turned a college-linked username into a security warning

FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email was hacked, exposing over 300 emails and photos, raising concerns about digital security and identity management.

FBI Confirms Kash Patel Email Hack as US Offers $10M Reward for Hackers

Threat actors accessed FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email, but no government information was compromised.

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fromAdExchanger

What Regulators Talk About When They Talk About Ad Tech | AdExchanger

Privacy regulators emphasize protecting children, honoring opt-outs, and ensuring companies are transparent about data collection practices.

Children in UK report online sextortion attempts in record numbers

Record numbers of children in the UK report online sextortion attempts, prompting calls for tech companies to enhance protective measures.

fromFast Company

When knowing less is worth more

The unveiling of Banksy's identity challenges the belief that more knowledge is always beneficial, as some prefer to maintain mystery.

#microsoft

fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence

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Microsoft says Copilot isn't just 'for entertainment purposes' after its terms of service language goes viral

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Microsoft's own ToS calls Copilot 'entertainment only' amid adoption slump

Microsoft says Copilot isn't just 'for entertainment purposes' after its terms of service language goes viral

Microsoft will update Copilot's Terms of Use to remove outdated 'entertainment purposes only' language reflecting its current functionality.

fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence

Microsoft's own ToS calls Copilot 'entertainment only' amid adoption slump

Microsoft's Copilot is marketed as an essential AI tool, but its Terms of Use label it as 'for entertainment purposes only'.

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Creepy surveillance': why some cities are shutting down Flock cameras amid privacy concerns

Residents of Dunwoody, Georgia, are protesting the city's contract with Flock Safety over privacy concerns and data ownership issues.

fromEntrepreneur

How to Turn Security From a Bottleneck Into a Revenue Driver

Deals stall due to buyers' inability to quickly verify security, not lack of security itself.

Convicted spyware maker Bryan Fleming avoids jail at sentencing | TechCrunch

Bryan Fleming, the first convicted spyware maker in over a decade, received no jail time after pleading guilty to federal charges related to his surveillance company.

fromPCMAG

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.

fromFuturism

China Cracking Down on the Types of AI That Are Tearing America Apart

China is implementing strict regulations on AI personalities to protect children and prevent addiction.

fromIndependent

Gearoid O'Sullivan: Would you be happy to have details of your tax affairs paraded in public?

New rules threaten taxpayer privacy by limiting the right to private hearings in the appeals process.

6 days ago

Embattled startup Delve has 'parted ways' with Y Combinator | TechCrunch

Delve has lost its relationship with Y Combinator amid controversy over compliance and misleading claims.

Tech Nonprofits to Feds: Don't Weaponize Procurement to Undermine AI Trust and Safety

The U.S. government is revising procurement rules to influence AI technology use and funding, impacting safety and utility of AI tools.

fromWIRED

CBP Facility Codes Sure Seem to Have Leaked Via Online Flashcards

The public Quizlet set contained information about alleged codes for specific facility entrances. 'Checkpoint doors code?' asked one card, with a specific four-digit combination listed in response.

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fromwww.aljazeera.com

Ten years since Panama Papers: What did they reveal, did anything change?

The Panama Papers leak revealed extensive offshore financial networks used by the global elite, involving over 11.5 million documents from Mossack Fonseca.

#privacy

Perplexity's "Incognito Mode" is a "sham," lawsuit says

Perplexity's AI allegedly shares sensitive user chats with Google and Meta without consent, raising significant privacy concerns.

fromBanray

BanRay.eu - Your face is not inventory

Meta's camera-equipped glasses compromise privacy by recording individuals without consent, turning them into data for AI training.

Perplexity's "Incognito Mode" is a "sham," lawsuit says

Perplexity's AI allegedly shares sensitive user chats with Google and Meta without consent, raising significant privacy concerns.

fromBanray

BanRay.eu - Your face is not inventory

Meta's camera-equipped glasses compromise privacy by recording individuals without consent, turning them into data for AI training.

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fromZDNET

I turned to PrivacyBee to clean up my data - here's how it made me disappear

PrivacyBee is preferred for its comprehensive data removal services and user-friendly management tools.

fromInfoQ

GitHub Will Use Copilot Interaction Data from Free, Pro, and Pro+ Users to Train AI Models

GitHub will use interaction data from Copilot users to improve AI models starting April 24, with users opted in by default.

Google and Amazon: Acknowledged Risks, And Ignored Responsibilities

Google and Amazon have failed to act on human rights risks associated with Project Nimbus despite multiple warnings and commitments.

#whatsapp

fromThe Hacker News

WhatsApp Alerts 200 Users After Fake iOS App Installed Spyware; Italian Firm Faces Action

WhatsApp alerted 200 users about a fake iOS app infected with spyware, primarily targeting users in Italy.

Italian surveillance firm SIO built fake WhatsApp app with government spyware, Meta says - Silicon Canals

WhatsApp notified 200 users in Italy about a fake app containing spyware linked to surveillance firm SIO.

fromTNW | Apple

WhatsApp notifies 200 users who installed fake app built by Italian spyware maker SIO

WhatsApp alerted 200 users in Italy about a counterfeit app that was actually government spyware developed by SIO.

WhatsApp notifies hundreds of users who installed a fake app that was actually government spyware | TechCrunch

WhatsApp notified 200 users about a malicious fake app containing spyware created by Italian firm SIO.

WhatsApp's former security chief is 'not done fighting' after his lawsuit got dismissed

A lawsuit by WhatsApp's former chief of security was dismissed for lack of evidence, but plans to refile are underway.

fromThe Hacker News

WhatsApp Alerts 200 Users After Fake iOS App Installed Spyware; Italian Firm Faces Action

WhatsApp alerted 200 users about a fake iOS app infected with spyware, primarily targeting users in Italy.

Italian surveillance firm SIO built fake WhatsApp app with government spyware, Meta says - Silicon Canals

WhatsApp notified 200 users in Italy about a fake app containing spyware linked to surveillance firm SIO.

fromTNW | Apple

WhatsApp notifies 200 users who installed fake app built by Italian spyware maker SIO

WhatsApp alerted 200 users in Italy about a counterfeit app that was actually government spyware developed by SIO.

WhatsApp notifies hundreds of users who installed a fake app that was actually government spyware | TechCrunch

WhatsApp notified 200 users about a malicious fake app containing spyware created by Italian firm SIO.

WhatsApp's former security chief is 'not done fighting' after his lawsuit got dismissed

A lawsuit by WhatsApp's former chief of security was dismissed for lack of evidence, but plans to refile are underway.

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Pinterest said he violated laid-off colleagues' privacy. Now he's going public

A former Pinterest engineer claims he was unjustly fired for sharing a tool that revealed employee layoffs.

fromWIRED

California Suspends Enforcement of Law Requiring VCs to Report Diversity Data

California suspended a new regulation requiring venture capital firms to report demographic data about startup founders amid public criticism.

FBI Warns of Data Security Risks From China-Made Mobile Apps

Foreign-developed mobile applications pose significant data security risks, particularly those from China, according to an FBI alert.

#australia

fromExchangewire

Digest: Meta, TikTok, and Google Under Investigation for Failure to Comply with Australia's Social Media Ban; California Defies Trump on AI Demands - ExchangeWire.com

Australia's eSafety Commission warns major social media platforms are failing to enforce the under-16 social media ban.

Meta, Tiktok and Google under investigation for allegedly disobeying Australia's social media ban

Australian government accuses big tech of violating under-16 social media ban, with many children still having accounts despite new laws.

fromExchangewire

Digest: Meta, TikTok, and Google Under Investigation for Failure to Comply with Australia's Social Media Ban; California Defies Trump on AI Demands - ExchangeWire.com

Australia's eSafety Commission warns major social media platforms are failing to enforce the under-16 social media ban.

Meta, Tiktok and Google under investigation for allegedly disobeying Australia's social media ban

Australian government accuses big tech of violating under-16 social media ban, with many children still having accounts despite new laws.

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fromwww.socialmediatoday.com

About bloody time': Prince Harry welcomes landmark suits against major tech companies

Prince Harry supports lawsuits against tech companies, emphasizing the need for accountability and protection for children from harmful social media practices.

#social-media

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70% of teens in Australia still access social media despite bans

fromDallas News

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Finally, social media companies are being held accountable

fromwww.socialmediatoday.com

70% of teens in Australia still access social media despite bans

Australia's social media ban for under-16s has led to millions of accounts being removed, but many children still access these platforms.

fromDallas News

Finally, social media companies are being held accountable

A California jury found Meta and Google liable for a young user's mental health distress, shifting focus to platform design and algorithms.

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Hasbro says it was hacked, and may take 'several weeks' to recover | TechCrunch

Hasbro detected an intrusion on March 28, prompting the company to take down some of its systems. Parts of Hasbro's website appeared down, with error messages indicating maintenance.

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Agency CIOs must supply top-down IT contract information, OMB memo states

What we want to do is make sure that CIOs are fully empowered to be there at the beginning of conversations, that they are part of the formulation of budget and policy from liftoff.

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Why every woman can see herself in the story of a German celebrity couple's split | Fatma Aydemir

A woman discovers her husband was behind years of online harassment and domestic violence, shattering their public image as a perfect couple.

fromwww.bbc.com

Peppa Pig and Transformers owner Hasbro hit by cyber-attack

Hasbro has experienced a cyber-attack affecting its website and product deliveries, with potential risks to customer data.

fromHer Campus

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.

fromZDNET

This privacy-first chatbot is taking off - here's why and how to try it

DuckDuckGo's privacy-focused chatbot, Duck.ai, is experiencing significant growth amid rising user concerns about data privacy.

Big Tech has not enforced Australia's social media ban

Australia's eSafety Commission is enforcing compliance with social media age restrictions after finding major platforms inadequate in protecting children under 16.

fromGamesBeat

Understanding the updated COPPA rules and their impact on child safety

New COPPA rule amendments effective April 2026 will require separate parental consent for targeted advertising and data sharing in children's games.

Lloyds Data Security Incident Impacts 450,000 Individuals

Lloyds Banking Group experienced a data security incident affecting 450,000 mobile banking users due to a faulty software update.

#okcupid

OkCupid gave 3 million dating-app photos to facial recognition firm, FTC says

OkCupid and Match Group settled with the FTC without financial penalties for sharing user data with a facial recognition company.

OkCupid settles claims it shared user photos with a facial recognition company

OkCupid settled FTC claims for sharing user photos without consent, promising to avoid future misrepresentations about data policies.

fromEngadget

OkCupid settles FTC case on alleged misuse of its users' personal data

OkCupid settled a lawsuit with the FTC over sharing user data without consent, denying wrongdoing but committing to improved privacy practices.

OkCupid gave 3 million dating-app photos to facial recognition firm, FTC says

OkCupid and Match Group settled with the FTC without financial penalties for sharing user data with a facial recognition company.

OkCupid settles claims it shared user photos with a facial recognition company

OkCupid settled FTC claims for sharing user photos without consent, promising to avoid future misrepresentations about data policies.

fromEngadget

OkCupid settles FTC case on alleged misuse of its users' personal data

OkCupid settled a lawsuit with the FTC over sharing user data without consent, denying wrongdoing but committing to improved privacy practices.

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fromAxios

Cyber warfare starts to get personal in war between U.S., Israel and Iran

Iran-linked hackers are using data leaks and intimidation tactics against individuals to influence public perception during the current conflict.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

A Where's Wally tattoo to Hitler moustache: Non-crime hate incidents to be overhauled

Labour plans to scrap non-crime hate incidents, shifting police focus to serious crimes and community safety.