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fromCNET
16 hours ago

The Tools That Convinced Me to Take Browser Security More Seriously

Online platforms collect extensive data about users, often through cookies, which can lead to targeted advertising and privacy concerns.
#google
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Google to punish sites that trap people in with back button tricks

Google is cracking down on back button hijacking, deeming it a malicious practice that disrupts user experience and browser functionality.
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fromPCWorld
1 week ago

Google will soon penalize sites that hijack your browser's back button

Google will penalize websites that hijack the browser's back button to improve user experience and eliminate frustrating redirects.
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fromThe Hacker News
1 week ago

Google Blocks 8.3B Policy-Violating Ads in 2025, Launches Android 17 Privacy Overhaul

Google announced Play policy updates to enhance user privacy and combat fraud, including new contact and location permission features.
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fromTNW | Google
1 week ago

Google will penalise sites that hijack your browser's back button

Google will classify 'back button hijacking' as spam starting June 15, 2026, penalizing sites that misuse the browser History API.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Google to punish sites that trap people in with back button tricks

Google is cracking down on back button hijacking, deeming it a malicious practice that disrupts user experience and browser functionality.
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fromPCWorld
1 week ago

Google will soon penalize sites that hijack your browser's back button

Google will penalize websites that hijack the browser's back button to improve user experience and eliminate frustrating redirects.
#facial-recognition
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fromLos Angeles Times
16 hours ago

Disneyland rolls out facial recognition at park entrances. Here's how it works

Disneyland uses facial recognition technology at entrances to verify tickets and prevent fraud, raising privacy concerns among visitors.
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fromTheregister
6 days ago

High Court approves Met Police's facial recog after dispute

London's Metropolitan Police can continue using live facial recognition technology after a legal challenge was dismissed by the High Court.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Case lost against Met Police over live facial ID

The High Court upheld the Metropolitan Police's use of live facial recognition technology, dismissing concerns over discrimination and human rights violations.
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fromMail Online
1 week ago

Is YOUR phone safe? Facial recognition on 21 devices can be spoofed

Facial recognition on many mobile phones can be easily fooled by printed photos, posing security risks for users.
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fromGadgets 360
1 week ago

Over 75 Privacy Orgs Urge Meta to Not Develop Facial Recognition Feature

Meta's development of AI-powered facial recognition for smart glasses has sparked privacy concerns, prompting 77 organizations to urge its halt.
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fromLos Angeles Times
16 hours ago

Disneyland rolls out facial recognition at park entrances. Here's how it works

Disneyland uses facial recognition technology at entrances to verify tickets and prevent fraud, raising privacy concerns among visitors.
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fromTheregister
6 days ago

High Court approves Met Police's facial recog after dispute

London's Metropolitan Police can continue using live facial recognition technology after a legal challenge was dismissed by the High Court.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Case lost against Met Police over live facial ID

The High Court upheld the Metropolitan Police's use of live facial recognition technology, dismissing concerns over discrimination and human rights violations.
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fromMail Online
1 week ago

Is YOUR phone safe? Facial recognition on 21 devices can be spoofed

Facial recognition on many mobile phones can be easily fooled by printed photos, posing security risks for users.
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fromGadgets 360
1 week ago

Over 75 Privacy Orgs Urge Meta to Not Develop Facial Recognition Feature

Meta's development of AI-powered facial recognition for smart glasses has sparked privacy concerns, prompting 77 organizations to urge its halt.
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fromFortune
5 hours ago

Disneyland implements facial recognition to keep the lines moving, but guests say they didn't know it was optional | Fortune

Disney has implemented optional facial recognition technology at park entrances to enhance reentry and prevent fraud.
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fromMail Online
10 hours ago

Outrage as Disneyland launches 'dystopian' tech at park entrances

Disneyland introduces facial recognition technology to speed up entry and reduce fraud, sparking outrage among fans concerned about privacy and data retention.
#android
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fromZDNET
16 hours ago

How to turn on Data Saver mode on your Android phone - and why it's critical to do so

Control background data usage on Android to save money and manage limited mobile data effectively.
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fromZDNET
1 week ago

How to easily encrypt files on an Android phone - and the free app I use to do it

Encrypting files on Android is straightforward with the OpenKeyChain app, which uses public key encryption for secure file sharing.
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fromZDNET
16 hours ago

How to turn on Data Saver mode on your Android phone - and why it's critical to do so

Control background data usage on Android to save money and manage limited mobile data effectively.
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fromZDNET
1 week ago

How to easily encrypt files on an Android phone - and the free app I use to do it

Encrypting files on Android is straightforward with the OpenKeyChain app, which uses public key encryption for secure file sharing.
#social-media
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fromBoston.com
9 hours ago

Healey says her social media bill would protect young users. Some see red flags.

Gov. Maura Healey's proposed legislation mandates age assurance features on social media, facing criticism for potential privacy violations and impacts on free expression.
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fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Healey proposes bill to limit time young people can spend on social media

Healey's bill mandates age verification and restricts features on social media for users under 18 to combat mental health issues.
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fromBoston.com
9 hours ago

Healey says her social media bill would protect young users. Some see red flags.

Gov. Maura Healey's proposed legislation mandates age assurance features on social media, facing criticism for potential privacy violations and impacts on free expression.
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fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Healey proposes bill to limit time young people can spend on social media

Healey's bill mandates age verification and restricts features on social media for users under 18 to combat mental health issues.
#surveillance
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fromThe Nation
19 hours ago

These AI-Powered Surveillance Cameras Are Everywhere-and People Have Had Enough

The rise of surveillance technology, exemplified by Flock cameras, signifies a profound shift in the relationship between the state and individuals.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 days ago

Sunnyvale officials say license plate cameras prevent crime - San Jose Spotlight

Residents fear license plate reader cameras enable mass tracking, while officials argue they are essential for crime prevention.
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fromFuturism
1 week ago

Madison Square Garden Reportedly Used Facial Recognition to Stalk Trans Woman For Two Years

AI-integrated cameras in venues like Madison Square Garden are used for extensive surveillance, including targeting individuals like critics and fans.
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fromThe Nation
19 hours ago

These AI-Powered Surveillance Cameras Are Everywhere-and People Have Had Enough

The rise of surveillance technology, exemplified by Flock cameras, signifies a profound shift in the relationship between the state and individuals.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 days ago

Sunnyvale officials say license plate cameras prevent crime - San Jose Spotlight

Residents fear license plate reader cameras enable mass tracking, while officials argue they are essential for crime prevention.
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fromFuturism
1 week ago

Madison Square Garden Reportedly Used Facial Recognition to Stalk Trans Woman For Two Years

AI-integrated cameras in venues like Madison Square Garden are used for extensive surveillance, including targeting individuals like critics and fans.
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fromFast Company
1 day ago

The Supreme Court's geofence warrant case could reshape digital privacy

The Supreme Court will hear a case on the legality of geofencing, impacting personal freedom and Fourth Amendment rights.
#tinder
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fromFuturism
2 days ago

Tinder Scanning Users' Eyeballs to Prove They Aren't Creeps

Tinder partners with World project for biometric verification using iris scans to combat scams on dating apps.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Tinder and Zoom offer 'proof of humanity' eye-scans to combat AI

Tinder will implement eye-scanning technology to verify users as human, addressing concerns over AI-generated fake profiles.
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fromFuturism
2 days ago

Tinder Scanning Users' Eyeballs to Prove They Aren't Creeps

Tinder partners with World project for biometric verification using iris scans to combat scams on dating apps.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Tinder and Zoom offer 'proof of humanity' eye-scans to combat AI

Tinder will implement eye-scanning technology to verify users as human, addressing concerns over AI-generated fake profiles.
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fromMashable
1 day ago

What is Thundr? Omegle's replacement, warts and all.

Thundr offers AI moderation, encryption, and mandatory sign-in, but NSFW content still occasionally bypasses its safeguards.
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

Firefox Vulnerability Allows Tor User Fingerprinting

The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2026-6770, is related to the IndexedDB browser API, which is used for storing structured data on the client side.
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fromThe Local Germany
2 days ago

As phishing attacks hit Germany - how secure is Signal messenging app?

Signal, a secure messaging app, faces phishing attacks linked to Russian groups, raising concerns about its security despite its end-to-end encryption.
#cybersecurity
fromMail Online
4 days ago
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How to create secure passwords - it might be time to switch to passkey

Using unique passwords and transitioning to passkeys enhances online security and reduces the risk of cyber threats.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
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Now you can break up with big tech at a bar: cybersecurity disguised as a party'

Imani Thompson hosts cybersecurity events at bars to help people mitigate surveillance risks while having fun.
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fromMail Online
4 days ago

How to create secure passwords - it might be time to switch to passkey

Using unique passwords and transitioning to passkeys enhances online security and reduces the risk of cyber threats.
#meta
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago
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LGBTQ+ groups warn Meta's facial recognition smartglasses could harm queers & abuse victims - LGBTQ Nation

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fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

LGBTQ+ groups warn Meta's facial recognition smartglasses could harm queers & abuse victims - LGBTQ Nation

A coalition of over 70 activist groups urges Meta to halt its facial recognition feature on smartglasses due to privacy and safety concerns.
fromTechzine Global
4 days ago

Microsoft offers IT admins a way to remove Copilot

The Copilot app cannot be removed arbitrarily. Three cumulative conditions apply: Microsoft 365 Copilot must also be installed on the device, the Copilot app must not have been installed by the user themselves, and the app must not have been launched in the past 28 days.
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#age-verification
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fromTheregister
5 days 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.
fromEngadget
1 week ago
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Sony will require age checks in the UK and Ireland to access PlayStation communication features

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

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fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Age verification is a mess but we're doing it anyway

Age verification methods on the internet are flawed, leading to challenges in effectively preventing underage access to inappropriate content.
fromTNW | Government-Policy
1 week ago
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The EU says its age verification app is ready

The European Commission's age verification app uses zero-knowledge proof technology to confirm user age without exposing personal data.
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fromTheregister
5 days 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.
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fromEngadget
1 week ago

Sony will require age checks in the UK and Ireland to access PlayStation communication features

Sony will implement age verification for PlayStation users in the UK and Ireland starting June 2026 for certain communication features.
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fromAbove the Law
1 week 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.
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fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Age verification is a mess but we're doing it anyway

Age verification methods on the internet are flawed, leading to challenges in effectively preventing underage access to inappropriate content.
#openai
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fromTheregister
6 days 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.
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fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence
1 week ago

OpenAI Codex Chronicle captures your Mac screen to build AI context, with cloud processing and no encryption

Chronicle captures screenshots for AI context, prioritizing cloud processing over local privacy, and requires a Pro subscription and Apple Silicon.
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fromTheregister
6 days 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.
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fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence
1 week ago

OpenAI Codex Chronicle captures your Mac screen to build AI context, with cloud processing and no encryption

Chronicle captures screenshots for AI context, prioritizing cloud processing over local privacy, and requires a Pro subscription and Apple Silicon.
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fromGameSpot
6 days ago

Roblox Can't Seem To Keep Anyone Happy Right Now

Roblox struggles to balance user safety and enjoyment amid criticism and regulatory pressure over its age verification and safety measures.
#whatsapp
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fromTechRepublic
1 week ago

Meta Tests Paid WhatsApp Features With New 'Plus' Tier

Meta is testing a WhatsApp Plus subscription that offers optional paid features for customization, focusing on personalization rather than essential messaging.
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fromTechRepublic
1 week ago

WhatsApp New Update Lets You Chat Without Sharing Your Phone Number

WhatsApp is introducing usernames, allowing users to chat without sharing phone numbers, enhancing privacy and user experience.
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fromTechRepublic
1 week ago

Meta Tests Paid WhatsApp Features With New 'Plus' Tier

Meta is testing a WhatsApp Plus subscription that offers optional paid features for customization, focusing on personalization rather than essential messaging.
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fromTechRepublic
1 week ago

WhatsApp New Update Lets You Chat Without Sharing Your Phone Number

WhatsApp is introducing usernames, allowing users to chat without sharing phone numbers, enhancing privacy and user experience.
#youtube
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fromTheWrap
1 week ago

YouTube Expands AI Likeness Detection Access to Celebs, Talent Agencies

YouTube's AI likeness detection tool is now available to Hollywood talent agencies and celebrities for privacy protection against deepfakes.
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fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

YouTube expands its AI likeness detection technology to celebrities | TechCrunch

YouTube is expanding its likeness detection technology to protect individuals from unauthorized use of their AI-generated likeness.
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fromTheWrap
1 week ago

YouTube Expands AI Likeness Detection Access to Celebs, Talent Agencies

YouTube's AI likeness detection tool is now available to Hollywood talent agencies and celebrities for privacy protection against deepfakes.
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fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

YouTube expands its AI likeness detection technology to celebrities | TechCrunch

YouTube is expanding its likeness detection technology to protect individuals from unauthorized use of their AI-generated likeness.
#vpn
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fromZDNET
1 week ago

I speed-tested Surfshark's new 'heavenly' Dausos VPN protocol - how it compares to WireGuard

Surfshark has launched Dausos, a new VPN protocol that offers dedicated tunnels for users, enhancing security and speed.
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fromZDNET
1 week ago

I speed-tested Surfshark's new 'heavenly' Dausos VPN protocol - how it compares to WireGuard

Surfshark has launched Dausos, a new VPN protocol that offers dedicated tunnels for users, enhancing security and speed.
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fromMissouri Independent
1 week ago

Missouri House forges ahead with bill targeting AI deepfakes and youth social media use * Missouri Independent

Missouri legislation aims to protect residents from AI-related harms with strict penalties and age verification for social media use.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

A Former FBI Agent Shares the 1 Safety Gadget You Should Never Travel Solo Without-and It's on Sale

"Predators love hotels, especially when it comes to women traveling alone. During check-in, guard your private space like you're at an ATM, keeping your room number concealed at all times."
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fromTheregister
1 week ago

Panasonic creates device-locked QR codes for biometrics

Panasonic's new QR code system allows workers to present codes for entry instead of undergoing facial recognition scans, which had become a bottleneck in access control.
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fromThe Verge
1 week ago

PlayStation's age-gating restrictions are coming to UK consoles

"Beginning June 2026, if you have not completed age verification, you can continue playing on PlayStation, but some features won't be available until you verify your age."
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#privacy
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fromTechRepublic
1 week ago

Chrome Privacy Concerns Rise as Expert Warns of Fingerprinting Risks

Browser fingerprinting poses significant privacy risks in Chrome, with at least thirty techniques currently in use to track users without consent.
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 week ago
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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.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 week ago
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How Push Notifications Can Betray Your Privacy (and What to Do About It)

Push notifications can reveal personal information, and both Apple and Google have restrictions on sharing this data with law enforcement.
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fromTechRepublic
1 week ago

Chrome Privacy Concerns Rise as Expert Warns of Fingerprinting Risks

Browser fingerprinting poses significant privacy risks in Chrome, with at least thirty techniques currently in use to track users without consent.
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fromTheregister
1 week 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.
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fromComputerWeekly.com
1 week 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.
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fromMiami Herald
1 week ago

Your Smart TV May Be Taking Screenshots Every 15 Seconds

Smart TVs capture screen data frequently, raising privacy concerns as manufacturers prioritize data collection over user awareness.
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fromBGR
1 week 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.
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fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 week ago

Anthropic Adds ID Verification to Claude for Select AI Users

Anthropic implemented ID checks for Claude users in April 2026 to limit abuse and meet legal obligations, while not storing ID images on its systems.
#zoom
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fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Zoom teams up with World to verify humans in meeting | TechCrunch

Zoom partners with World to combat deepfake fraud in video meetings using advanced human verification technology.
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fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Zoom teams up with World to verify humans in meeting | TechCrunch

Zoom partners with World to combat deepfake fraud in video meetings using advanced human verification technology.
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Gazing Into Sam Altman's Orb Now Proves You're Human on Tinder

The global Tinder expansion is one of the biggest tests yet for World, and the company's bet that everyday consumers will be willing to sign up for biometric verification services to use internet applications.
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fromLifehacker
1 week ago

This 3-Day Flash Sale Is Cutting the Price of AdGuard to Just $11

AdGuard goes beyond standard ad-blocking by filtering out annoying pop-ups, stopping autoplay videos, and blocking phishing attempts. It also reduces trackers that follow you around the internet.
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#deepfake
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fromPetaPixel
1 week ago

Apple and Google Direct Users to AI 'Nudify' Apps: Report

Apple and Google facilitate access to nudify apps that create deepfake nude images despite policies against nonconsensual sexualized content.
#nudify-apps
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fromDigital Trends
1 week ago

Damning report finds Apple and Google's app stores boosting nudify apps

Apple and Google are promoting harmful nudify apps through their search and advertising systems, despite policies against adult content.
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fromEngadget
1 week ago

Apple and Google are reportedly pointing users to nudify apps

Apple and Google continue to promote nudify apps despite policies against such content, raising concerns about their enforcement and user safety.
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fromDigital Trends
1 week ago

Damning report finds Apple and Google's app stores boosting nudify apps

Apple and Google are promoting harmful nudify apps through their search and advertising systems, despite policies against adult content.
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fromEngadget
1 week ago

Apple and Google are reportedly pointing users to nudify apps

Apple and Google continue to promote nudify apps despite policies against such content, raising concerns about their enforcement and user safety.
#identity-verification
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from404 Media
1 week ago

App Stores Push Users Toward Nudify Apps, New Research Shows

Google and Apple's app stores actively promote harmful nudify and undress apps, contrary to their stated policies.
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fromExchangewire
1 week ago

Wizz App & AppHarbr by GeoEdge Set a New Standard for Ad Safety

AppHarbr and Wizz App's partnership enhances ad safety for young audiences, blocking 0.17% of potentially unsafe ads over the past year.
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fromJezebel
1 week ago

Let's Add "Earbuds with Cameras" to the List of AI Garbage No One Should Want

VueBuds are AI-powered earbuds with cameras that assist users in visual recognition and translation, raising significant privacy concerns.
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fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Microsoft faces fresh Windows Recall security concerns

A new tool, TotalRecall Reloaded, extracts data from Microsoft's redesigned Recall feature, raising ongoing security and privacy concerns.
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fromWIRED
1 week ago

Buying a Smart Smoke Detector Turns Out to Be a Little Dumb

Smart smoke detectors often lack ionization sensors, which are crucial for detecting fast-burning fires, making them less effective than traditional models.
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fromTheregister
1 week ago

Raspberry Pi OS ends open-door policy for sudo

Raspberry Pi OS now requires a password for sudo by default on new installations, enhancing security but potentially inconveniencing users.
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fromMakeUseOf
2 weeks ago

I turned off Chrome's Ad Privacy feature after realizing what it was actually doing

Google's Ad Privacy feature does not eliminate third-party cookies but introduces a new tracking system that emphasizes data collection.
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