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Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
3 hours ago

How State Health Insurance Uses Ad Tracking; TikTok And Alcohol, Together At Last | AdExchanger

Trackers share personal data from insurance applicants, raising concerns about online privacy and understanding of tracking tools by exchange operators.
#healthcare
Privacy professionals
fromGadget Review
13 hours ago

US Healthcare Sites Are Selling Your Race and Citizenship to Ad Tech Giants

State-run health insurance marketplaces inadvertently shared sensitive personal data with tech companies through tracking codes, affecting over 7 million Americans.
Healthcare
fromArs Technica
3 weeks ago

Trump admin makes sweeping request for medical records of federal workers

The Trump administration plans to collect sensitive medical records from millions of federal workers and retirees, raising legal and health policy concerns.
Privacy professionals
fromGadget Review
13 hours ago

US Healthcare Sites Are Selling Your Race and Citizenship to Ad Tech Giants

State-run health insurance marketplaces inadvertently shared sensitive personal data with tech companies through tracking codes, affecting over 7 million Americans.
Healthcare
fromArs Technica
3 weeks ago

Trump admin makes sweeping request for medical records of federal workers

The Trump administration plans to collect sensitive medical records from millions of federal workers and retirees, raising legal and health policy concerns.
#health-insurance
Privacy professionals
fromBloomberglaw
21 hours ago

TikTok, Meta Were Sent Personal Data From State Health Sites

State-run health insurance exchanges in the US are sharing user data with big tech companies, often without full awareness of the extent.
Privacy professionals
fromHoodline
12 hours ago

D.C. Exchange Shared Sensitive Applicant Data With Big Tech

State health insurance websites have been found transmitting sensitive applicant data to advertising companies, raising concerns about data privacy and security.
Privacy professionals
fromBloomberglaw
21 hours ago

TikTok, Meta Were Sent Personal Data From State Health Sites

State-run health insurance exchanges in the US are sharing user data with big tech companies, often without full awareness of the extent.
Privacy professionals
fromHoodline
12 hours ago

D.C. Exchange Shared Sensitive Applicant Data With Big Tech

State health insurance websites have been found transmitting sensitive applicant data to advertising companies, raising concerns about data privacy and security.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Apartheid in the US': Arizona's secretary of state fights Trump's plot to amass a master list' of voters

Donald Trump is accused of attempting to control voter information and select his own citizenry, raising concerns about a centralized database of personal details.
Privacy professionals
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

The surveillance economy isn't coming - it's already the operating system most of us agreed to without reading the terms - Silicon Canals

Most internet users accept terms of service without reading, despite high concerns about data privacy, revealing a structural issue in digital consent.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
4 days ago

ThreatsDay Bulletin: SMS Blaster Busts, OpenEMR Flaws, 600K Roblox Hacks and 25 More Stories

New phishing kits are evolving, integrating advanced features for targeted attacks, while security vulnerabilities continue to pose significant risks online.
#police-misconduct
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Video that police denied existed shows woman pinned down

Police mishandled body-worn video evidence and retained intrusive footage of a woman's detention, raising serious concerns about data handling practices.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Video that police denied existed shows woman pinned down

Police mishandled body-worn video evidence and retained intrusive footage of a woman's detention, raising serious concerns about data handling practices.
Privacy professionals
fromKqed
5 days ago

'A Betrayal': California to Share Data on Immigrant Drivers Nationally | KQED

The DMV's $55 million plan to share driver license data raises concerns for unauthorized immigrants' safety.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

Congress tries again on national preemptive data privacy law

House Republicans proposed national data privacy legislation that would preempt state laws, aiming to establish consumer rights and company obligations.
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Why Ghana walked away from a US health deal

Ghana would not sign a multi-year deal, reportedly worth around US$109 million, because Ghana would have to waive key aspects of its health sovereignty. This includes sharing control over its health care decisions, data, and resources with US authorities.
Healthcare
#uk-biobank
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

UK braces for further leaks after more private health records appear on Chinese website

Confidential health records of UK Biobank volunteers have been listed on Alibaba, prompting government action and raising concerns about data re-identification risks.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

What is the UK Biobank project and what are the privacy concerns around it?

Confidential health records of half a million British volunteers have been compromised, raising concerns about the UK Biobank's data security and privacy.
EU data protection
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

UK: Health data listed for sale on Alibaba in China

UK Biobank data was briefly listed for sale on Alibaba, but no purchases were made and the listings were removed quickly.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

UK braces for further leaks after more private health records appear on Chinese website

Confidential health records of UK Biobank volunteers have been listed on Alibaba, prompting government action and raising concerns about data re-identification risks.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

What is the UK Biobank project and what are the privacy concerns around it?

Confidential health records of half a million British volunteers have been compromised, raising concerns about the UK Biobank's data security and privacy.
EU data protection
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

UK: Health data listed for sale on Alibaba in China

UK Biobank data was briefly listed for sale on Alibaba, but no purchases were made and the listings were removed quickly.
Higher education
fromTNW | Data-Security
6 days ago

Scholly founder Christopher Gray sues Sallie Mae, alleging wrongful termination and sale of student data including minors

Christopher Gray is suing Sallie Mae for alleged data privacy violations and wrongful termination after the acquisition of his scholarship app Scholly.
NYC startup
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

Founder of Shark Tank-backed startup Scholly sues his acquirer Sallie Mae | TechCrunch

Chris Gray is suing Sallie Mae for wrongful termination and data privacy violations after selling his startup Scholly.
European startups
fromTheregister
6 days ago

A $6bn question hangs over SUSE's sovereignty pitch

SUSE emphasizes its European identity amid potential acquisition discussions that could challenge its digital sovereignty narrative.
#google
Marketing tech
fromPCMAG
1 week ago

Is Google Forcing You Into New Ad Settings? Not Exactly

Google's new ad setting allows users to manage data sharing with third-party advertisers, but it appears as a forced opt-in.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
2 weeks 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 professionals
fromTechRepublic
2 weeks ago

Google $135M Settlement: Millions of Android Users May Qualify for Payout

A class action lawsuit against Google over unauthorized data use on Android may result in $135 million in payouts for millions of users.
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

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.
Marketing tech
fromPCMAG
1 week ago

Is Google Forcing You Into New Ad Settings? Not Exactly

Google's new ad setting allows users to manage data sharing with third-party advertisers, but it appears as a forced opt-in.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
2 weeks 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 professionals
fromTechRepublic
2 weeks ago

Google $135M Settlement: Millions of Android Users May Qualify for Payout

A class action lawsuit against Google over unauthorized data use on Android may result in $135 million in payouts for millions of users.
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

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.
Privacy professionals
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

Palo Alto license plate data searched by hundreds of out-of-state agencies - San Jose Spotlight

Public records reveal extensive searches of Palo Alto's ALPR data by law enforcement agencies, contradicting local officials' claims.
Mobile UX
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Elon Musk's XChat App Is More Like Facebook's Messenger Than Signal

XChat is positioned as a secure messaging app, but experts express skepticism about its security and data handling practices.
EU data protection
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

EU weighs giving US data for fewer travel restrictions

The EU is negotiating a deal with the US for access to sensitive police data, raising concerns about privacy and pressure tactics.
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
1 week ago

Even PayPal Ads Has Its Own ID Now | AdExchanger

PayPal launched the PayPal Ads ID, an omnichannel identifier based on its customer base, available for free to ad tech vendors.
Privacy technologies
fromFuturism
1 week 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.
Marketing tech
fromThedrum
1 week ago

How Ford engaged audiences without data collection or intrusive tracking

Ford launched a digital campaign for the Kuga Hybrid, utilizing innovative targeting without personal data collection.
#secure-data-act
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

Tech bills of the week: Creating data privacy standards; Securing critical infrastructure from drones; and more

Republican lawmakers introduced two data privacy bills focusing on consumer control and national standards for data management.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

A new Republican privacy bill could be 'worse than no standard at all'

Congress is attempting to pass a national data privacy law that may weaken protections in some states while strengthening them in others.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

Tech bills of the week: Creating data privacy standards; Securing critical infrastructure from drones; and more

Republican lawmakers introduced two data privacy bills focusing on consumer control and national standards for data management.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

A new Republican privacy bill could be 'worse than no standard at all'

Congress is attempting to pass a national data privacy law that may weaken protections in some states while strengthening them in others.
#palantir
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week 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.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Met police in talks to buy Palantir AI tech for use in criminal investigations

The Metropolitan police is considering purchasing AI technology from Palantir for intelligence analysis amid concerns over data privacy and company controversies.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week 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.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Met police in talks to buy Palantir AI tech for use in criminal investigations

The Metropolitan police is considering purchasing AI technology from Palantir for intelligence analysis amid concerns over data privacy and company controversies.
EU data protection
fromTheregister
1 week ago

500k Biobank volunteers' data listed for sale on Alibaba

UK Biobank's volunteer data is for sale on Alibaba, raising concerns about potential identification despite claims of anonymization.
Privacy professionals
fromFast Company
1 week 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.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

UK government says 100 countries have spyware that can hack people's phones | TechCrunch

More than half of the world's governments now have access to commercial spyware, increasing risks for citizens and critical infrastructure.
#ai-training
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Silicon Valley

Porn, dog poo and social media snaps: the taskers' scraping the internet for Meta-owned AI firm

Scale AI, part-owned by Meta, employs thousands to train AI using personal data from social media, raising ethical concerns about data scraping.
Silicon Valley
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Porn, dog poo and social media snaps: the taskers' scraping the internet for Meta-owned AI firm

Scale AI, part-owned by Meta, employs thousands to train AI using personal data from social media, raising ethical concerns about data scraping.
Apple
fromFast Company
1 week ago

The one thing Apple's new CEO needs to get right on AI

John Ternus's appointment as CEO indicates Apple's strategic focus on integrating AI into hardware while maintaining data privacy.
Social media marketing
fromTNW | Next-Featured
1 week ago

Bond launches post-feed social network using AI memories to fight doomscrolling, but its data model raises questions

Bond is a new social network that uses AI to recommend real-world activities without an algorithmic feed or infinite scroll.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week 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
fromAdExchanger
1 week 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.
#meta
fromFuturism
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Meta Installing Software on Employee Computers to Track Everything They Do, Feed the Data to AI

Privacy professionals
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Meta Installing Software on Employee Computers to Track Everything They Do, Feed the Data to AI

Meta is implementing tracking software on employees' computers to gather data for AI training, raising ethical and privacy concerns.
Privacy professionals
fromMail Online
1 week ago

Alarm over new coffee chain invading the US and secret of $1.99 brew

Luckin Coffee's digital payment policy raises concerns about potential data sharing with the Chinese government, posing risks to American consumers.
#ai-ethics
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Clarifai deletes 3 million photos that OkCupid provided to train facial recognition AI, report says | TechCrunch

Clarifai deleted 3 million photos from OkCupid used for AI training after FTC investigation revealed privacy violations.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Clarifai deletes 3 million photos that OkCupid provided to train facial recognition AI, report says | TechCrunch

Clarifai deleted 3 million photos from OkCupid used for AI training after FTC investigation revealed privacy violations.
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

She raised concerns about her company's contracts with ICE. Then she lost her job

Instead of addressing our concerns, our legitimate concerns instead, they turn toward investigating me. And I was instrumental in leading the group. So I think that clearly they were trying to chill [the] activity of workers and that should scare every worker across the country.
US news
EU data protection
fromThedrum
2 weeks 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.
#ai
Marketing tech
fromThe Drum
2 weeks ago

In ctrl or out of touch? The ninth P of marketing revealed

AI is reshaping customer journeys, creating a trust gap between marketers and consumers regarding data usage for personalization.
fromInfoQ
3 weeks ago
Software development

Google Released Gemma 4 with a Focus On Local-First, On-Device AI Inference

Marketing tech
fromThe Drum
2 weeks ago

In ctrl or out of touch? The ninth P of marketing revealed

AI is reshaping customer journeys, creating a trust gap between marketers and consumers regarding data usage for personalization.
Software development
fromInfoQ
3 weeks ago

Google Released Gemma 4 with a Focus On Local-First, On-Device AI Inference

Google's Gemma 4 introduces local AI models for Android development, enhancing coding efficiency and data privacy throughout the software lifecycle.
#data-brokers
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
2 weeks 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.
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

A data removal service helped me reclaim my privacy - see if you need one, too

Personal data is collected and sold by brokers, making removal services essential for protecting sensitive information.
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
2 weeks 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
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago

A data removal service helped me reclaim my privacy - see if you need one, too

Personal data is collected and sold by brokers, making removal services essential for protecting sensitive information.
#linkedin
Privacy professionals
fromSecurityWeek
3 weeks ago

BrowserGate: Claims of LinkedIn 'Spying' Clash With Security Research Findings

LinkedIn allegedly scans users' computers to collect data on browser extensions, raising concerns about corporate espionage.
Privacy professionals
fromComputerworld
3 weeks ago

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.
Law
fromArs Technica
3 weeks ago

LinkedIn scanning users' browser extensions sparks controversy and two lawsuits

LinkedIn faces lawsuits alleging lack of user consent for data collection practices.
Privacy professionals
fromSecurityWeek
3 weeks ago

BrowserGate: Claims of LinkedIn 'Spying' Clash With Security Research Findings

LinkedIn allegedly scans users' computers to collect data on browser extensions, raising concerns about corporate espionage.
Privacy professionals
fromComputerworld
3 weeks ago

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.
Law
fromArs Technica
3 weeks ago

LinkedIn scanning users' browser extensions sparks controversy and two lawsuits

LinkedIn faces lawsuits alleging lack of user consent for data collection practices.
Privacy technologies
fromBGR
2 weeks 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
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

How to hide your sensitive info (for real) when using ChatGPT and other AI chatbots

Chatbots can be useful for summarizing complex information, but sensitive data must be properly redacted to ensure privacy.
Startup companies
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Shuttered startups are selling old Slack chats and emails to AI companies

Defunct startups are monetizing their digital data by selling it to AI companies, raising significant privacy concerns.
SF politics
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

At roundtable on AI, members of Congress express angst and fears of 'destruction'

Lawmakers expressed concerns about the implications of artificial intelligence on government data, military actions, and societal impacts during a congressional subcommittee roundtable.
Privacy technologies
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 weeks 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.
Tech industry
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

Mozilla takes on enterprise AI providers with Thunderbolt

Mozilla launches Thunderbolt AI client as an open-source alternative to proprietary enterprise AI platforms, emphasizing data privacy and control.
#nhs
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Labour and Lib Dem MPs demand shameful' Palantir NHS contract be scrapped

MPs demand the government terminate its NHS contract with Palantir due to concerns over trust and the company's political affiliations.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Labour and Lib Dem MPs demand shameful' Palantir NHS contract be scrapped

MPs demand the government terminate its NHS contract with Palantir due to concerns over trust and the company's political affiliations.
Social media marketing
fromAdExchanger
2 weeks ago

Rewards App Faces Data Broker Accusations; Apple Loves Advertising, Apparently | AdExchanger

Freecash faced allegations of extracting sensitive user data while promoting itself as a rewards app, leading to its removal from the App Store.
Gadgets
fromGSMArena.com
2 weeks ago

Nothing unveils Warp app for easy transfers between Android and your computer

Nothing Warp enables seamless file transfers between Android devices and computers without storing user data.
Privacy technologies
fromThe Verge
2 weeks 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.
Europe politics
fromTheregister
3 weeks ago

Digital sovereignty isn't just a buzzword - it's the future

European governments and companies are prioritizing digital sovereignty due to concerns over US control and dependency.
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
3 weeks ago

The AI divide putting open weights models in spotlight

Open weights AI models are evolving from research projects to serious enterprise products, highlighting a growing divide between enterprise and frontier AI.
fromPopular Science
3 weeks ago

How to stop your smart TV from tracking you

Smart TVs are capable of tracking user data, including viewing habits and app usage, which can lead to personalized advertising and content recommendations. Users may prefer to limit this tracking to protect their privacy.
Privacy technologies
Roam Research
fromThe Hacker News
3 weeks ago

Citizen Lab: Law Enforcement Used Webloc to Track 500 Million Devices via Ad Data

Webloc is a global geolocation surveillance system used by various law enforcement agencies, providing access to data from millions of mobile devices.
Privacy professionals
fromBloomberglaw
3 weeks ago

Splintered Video Privacy Rulings Won't Be Fixed by Supreme Court

The Supreme Court's review of the VPPA may clarify the definition of 'consumer' but won't resolve circuit splits on personally identifiable information.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
3 weeks ago

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.
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Framework is teasing a lot of Linux for its April 21st event

No matter how inevitable the AI-takes-all scenario may sound, as long as there is a person in the world who still wants to own their means of computation, we will be here to build the hardware that enables it.
Digital life
Non-profit organizations
fromNextgov.com
3 weeks ago

Treasury is creating a database with pandemic aid recipients' sensitive information

The Treasury Department is creating a central database for pandemic relief benefit recipients, raising privacy concerns and legal challenges.
Privacy technologies
fromArs Technica
3 weeks ago

How our digital devices are putting our right to privacy at risk

Digital convenience comes at the cost of personal data privacy, raising concerns about its potential use against individuals by law enforcement.
EU data protection
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Microsoft Prez Proposes Data Sharing/Privacy Steps In Wake Of EU Action | Fortune

The EU court's ruling disrupts 15 years of data-sharing practices, necessitating a new trans-Atlantic agreement for data privacy and security.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Telenor faces lawsuit for giving Myanmar junta customer data

Telenor faces a class action lawsuit for allegedly sharing customer data with Myanmar's military junta, endangering lives post-coup.
#data-breach
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

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.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

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.
EU data protection
fromExchangewire
3 weeks ago

BIGO Ads Becomes a Registered Vendor under IAB Europe's Transparency & Consent Framework (TCF) - ExchangeWire.com

BIGO Ads is now a registered vendor of IAB Europe's Transparency & Consent Framework v2.2, enhancing its commitment to data privacy and responsible advertising.
Higher education
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Colleges are trying to boost student voting. A Trump probe freezes data for that work

Student voter turnout at community colleges is improving, but data collection for future analysis has been halted due to federal investigations.
Privacy professionals
fromInfoQ
3 weeks ago

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.
EU data protection
fromTheregister
3 weeks ago

Japan relaxes privacy laws to make AI development easy

Japan will simplify AI app development by removing consent requirements for certain personal data under new legal amendments.
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