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Remote teams
fromNBC4 Washington
11 hours ago

Logging on at a cafe? Privacy and security guidelines for remote workers

Digital nomads face privacy and security risks while working in public spaces, necessitating precautions and adherence to employer guidelines.
EU data protection
fromwww.dw.com
4 hours 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.
#data-breach
France news
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

France confirms data breach at government agency that manages citizens' IDs | TechCrunch

The French government agency ANTS confirmed a data breach affecting citizens' identity documents, potentially involving millions of personal records.
France news
fromEngadget
4 days ago

France's national agency for managing IDs and passports suffered a data breach last week

France Titres confirmed a security breach exposing personal data, including names and contact information, with potential for phishing attacks.
France news
fromTheregister
5 days ago

France's 'Secure' ID agency probes claimed 19M record breach

A significant data breach may have exposed personal information of up to 19 million individuals in France.
Healthcare
fromSecurityWeek
6 days ago

Data Breaches at Healthcare Organizations in Illinois and Texas Affect 600,000

Three US healthcare organizations reported data breaches affecting nearly 600,000 individuals, with significant incidents in Texas and Illinois.
France news
fromSecuritymagazine
5 days ago

Hackers Claim 19M Records Stolen From French Government Agency

A security incident at ANTS may have compromised citizen data, including personal information of 19 million records.
France news
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

France confirms data breach at government agency that manages citizens' IDs | TechCrunch

The French government agency ANTS confirmed a data breach affecting citizens' identity documents, potentially involving millions of personal records.
France news
fromEngadget
4 days ago

France's national agency for managing IDs and passports suffered a data breach last week

France Titres confirmed a security breach exposing personal data, including names and contact information, with potential for phishing attacks.
France news
fromTheregister
5 days ago

France's 'Secure' ID agency probes claimed 19M record breach

A significant data breach may have exposed personal information of up to 19 million individuals in France.
Healthcare
fromSecurityWeek
6 days ago

Data Breaches at Healthcare Organizations in Illinois and Texas Affect 600,000

Three US healthcare organizations reported data breaches affecting nearly 600,000 individuals, with significant incidents in Texas and Illinois.
France news
fromSecuritymagazine
5 days ago

Hackers Claim 19M Records Stolen From French Government Agency

A security incident at ANTS may have compromised citizen data, including personal information of 19 million records.
more#data-breach
Washington DC
fromPOLITICO
57 minutes ago

'National emergency': After assassination attempt, Leavitt urges Congress to fund DHS

Republicans are pushing for DHS funding amid security concerns following a recent incident involving Trump.
#cybersecurity
Information security
fromZDNET
20 hours ago

Nearly half of cybersecurity pros want to quit - here's why

There's a significant mismatch between demand and rewards in cybersecurity, leading to dissatisfaction among professionals.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
2 days ago

CISA Adds 4 Exploited Flaws to KEV, Sets May 2026 Federal Deadline

CISA added four vulnerabilities to its KEV catalog, indicating active exploitation affecting SimpleHelp, Samsung MagicINFO 9 Server, and D-Link routers.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Hacker News
3 days ago

NASA Employees Duped in Chinese Phishing Scheme Targeting U.S. Defense Software

A Chinese national impersonated U.S. researchers to obtain sensitive information from NASA and other entities, violating export control laws.
Information security
fromTheregister
7 hours ago

Cybersecurity professional getting more work and less pay

Cybersecurity professionals faced significant pay stagnation in 2025, with 77% in the UK receiving no salary increase despite high demand for their roles.
Privacy technologies
fromMail Online
3 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.
Information security
fromZDNET
20 hours ago

Nearly half of cybersecurity pros want to quit - here's why

There's a significant mismatch between demand and rewards in cybersecurity, leading to dissatisfaction among professionals.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
2 days ago

CISA Adds 4 Exploited Flaws to KEV, Sets May 2026 Federal Deadline

CISA added four vulnerabilities to its KEV catalog, indicating active exploitation affecting SimpleHelp, Samsung MagicINFO 9 Server, and D-Link routers.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Hacker News
3 days ago

NASA Employees Duped in Chinese Phishing Scheme Targeting U.S. Defense Software

A Chinese national impersonated U.S. researchers to obtain sensitive information from NASA and other entities, violating export control laws.
more#cybersecurity
Digital life
fromAol
5 hours ago

Most people have never seen their digital trail. What you find may surprise you

Digital trails reveal extensive personal information, influencing both targeted advertising and potential scams.
#immigration
US politics
fromTruthout
4 days ago

Trump's War on Immigrants Has Shifted From Spectacle to Bureaucratic Blitz

The Trump administration continues to pursue anti-immigrant strategies through increased ICE arrests in Texas despite public opposition.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Federal agents detain wife of another US army member: ICE is out of control'

A US Army sergeant's wife was arrested by ICE despite her legal protections against deportation, raising concerns about immigration enforcement policies.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

US Going Deeper Into The Red Now That The IRS Is Sharing Tax Data With ICE - Above the Law

Immigrants significantly contribute to the US economy, helping to offset national debt and budget deficits despite lower hourly wages.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Police across the US worry officers are being misidentified as ICE, records show

Immigration operations are causing confusion and fear among law enforcement, impacting their ability to perform regular duties effectively.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
4 days ago

ICE Will Reportedly Curb Some of Its Most Aggressive Tactics

The Trump administration is reconsidering immigration enforcement tactics, rolling back controversial policies of ICE amid public scrutiny and leadership changes.
US politics
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Democrats want to ban ICE from turning warehouses into detention centers

A bill aims to prevent DHS from converting warehouses into immigrant detention centers to combat mass deportations.
US politics
fromTruthout
4 days ago

Trump's War on Immigrants Has Shifted From Spectacle to Bureaucratic Blitz

The Trump administration continues to pursue anti-immigrant strategies through increased ICE arrests in Texas despite public opposition.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Federal agents detain wife of another US army member: ICE is out of control'

A US Army sergeant's wife was arrested by ICE despite her legal protections against deportation, raising concerns about immigration enforcement policies.
more#immigration
Startup companies
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Your Former Employer Is Selling Your Slacks and Emails to Train AI

Founders of defunct startups are monetizing their digital remains, such as Slack messages and emails, through a growing ecosystem of buyers and middlemen.
Germany politics
fromThe Local Germany
2 days ago

Germany launches spying probe into Signal attacks targeting MPs

German prosecutors investigate phishing attacks on lawmakers, linked to Russia, highlighting the need for vigilance against espionage threats.
Data science
fromNextgov.com
3 days ago

NIST is giving fingerprint examiners better tools for a messy job

NIST aims to enhance forensic fingerprint examination accuracy and training through new resources, including a database and open-source software.
UK politics
fromTheregister
3 days ago

UK govt shells out 550 for Digital ID panel, bans press

The UK government is forming a People's Panel to discuss a national digital identity system, compensating participants £550 for their involvement.
Healthcare
fromMedCity News
4 days ago

How the DOJ Is Tackling Fraud in the ACA Marketplace - MedCity News

Fraud targeting vulnerable populations in the Affordable Care Act Marketplace is a significant issue, with deceptive practices disrupting healthcare access.
#remote-work
Remote teams
fromNBC New York
11 hours ago

Logging on at a cafe? Privacy and security guidelines for remote workers

Remote work offers flexibility but comes with privacy and security risks that require precautions.
Remote teams
fromNBC Los Angeles
11 hours ago

Logging on at a cafe? Privacy and security guidelines for remote workers

Remote work in public spaces offers flexibility but poses privacy and security risks that require precautions.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
4 days ago

4 tips for remote workers to safeguard data and privacy

Remote work in public spaces offers convenience but poses privacy and security risks that require careful management.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
4 days ago

4 tips for remote workers to safeguard data and privacy

Remote work in public spaces offers convenience but poses privacy and security risks that require precautions.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
4 days ago

4 tips for remote workers to safeguard data and privacy

Remote work in public spaces offers convenience but poses privacy and security risks that require precautions.
Remote teams
fromNBC New York
11 hours ago

Logging on at a cafe? Privacy and security guidelines for remote workers

Remote work offers flexibility but comes with privacy and security risks that require precautions.
Remote teams
fromNBC Los Angeles
11 hours ago

Logging on at a cafe? Privacy and security guidelines for remote workers

Remote work in public spaces offers flexibility but poses privacy and security risks that require precautions.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
4 days ago

4 tips for remote workers to safeguard data and privacy

Remote work in public spaces offers convenience but poses privacy and security risks that require careful management.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
4 days ago

4 tips for remote workers to safeguard data and privacy

Remote work in public spaces offers convenience but poses privacy and security risks that require precautions.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
4 days ago

4 tips for remote workers to safeguard data and privacy

Remote work in public spaces offers convenience but poses privacy and security risks that require precautions.
more#remote-work
Privacy professionals
fromSan Jose Spotlight
40 minutes 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.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
3 hours ago

Weekly Recap: Fast16 Malware, XChat Launch, Federal Backdoor, AI Employee Tracking & More

New malware fast16 predates Stuxnet, targeting high-precision software to subtly alter calculations, potentially causing significant failures.
Washington DC
fromIrish Independent
15 hours ago

Secret Service faces scrutiny over the level of security after latest attempt to assassinate Donald Trump

Concerns are raised about the Secret Service's ability to protect the president following a security incident at a recent event.
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
3 days ago

Government adoption of AI agents could outpace the private sector

Agentic AI adoption in government is a leadership mandate, with 82% already using it and 71% planning to increase usage by 2026-2027.
Healthcare
fromNextgov.com
6 days ago

Former FBI official proposes terror designations for ransomware hackers targeting hospitals

Ransomware actors targeting critical infrastructure may be designated as terrorists, allowing for expanded legal actions against them.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Trump to again end legal status of people who entered US with CBP One app

Trump administration plans to end temporary legal status for asylum seekers who used the CBP One app, despite previous court rulings against such actions.
#ai
Information security
fromHarvard Gazette
5 days ago

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

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

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

New AI models may increase the risk of cybercriminals breaching secure systems, exposing personal data.
more#ai
EU data protection
fromComputerWeekly.com
4 days ago

Medical data of half a million Britons on sale in China after Biobank breach | Computer Weekly

Medical data of 500,000 British citizens was offered for sale on a Chinese website after a breach at UK Biobank.
#data-privacy
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago
Privacy professionals

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

Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
3 days 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
2 days 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.
more#data-privacy
EU data protection
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Some Interrail travellers told to cancel passports as hacked data posted online

Holidaymakers in Europe must replace passports after personal data was hacked and sold on the dark web, causing stress and financial burden.
Healthcare
fromNextgov.com
6 days ago

Senators demand OPM withdraw plan to access feds' medical records

Democratic senators oppose OPM's plan to collect identifiable health data from federal workers, citing concerns over privacy violations and HIPAA regulations.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

Justice Department makes it easier to deport those with DACA status

The Trump administration is making it easier to deport DACA recipients, weakening protections for many immigrants.
#dhs
US politics
fromEngadget
6 days ago

Homeland Security reportedly wants to develop smart glasses for ICE

DHS is developing smart glasses for ICE agents to identify immigrants and citizens using biometric data by September 2027.
US politics
fromEngadget
6 days ago

Homeland Security reportedly wants to develop smart glasses for ICE

DHS is developing smart glasses for ICE agents to identify immigrants and citizens using biometric data by September 2027.
more#dhs
Privacy professionals
fromAdExchanger
3 days ago

Does The New Federal Data Privacy Bill Have A Snowball's Chance Of Passing? | AdExchanger

House Republicans introduced the SECURE Data Act to create a national privacy standard that preempts state laws, targeting large data-handling companies.
#irs
Remote teams
fromNextgov.com
3 days ago

IRS lacks transparent plans to leverage tech in the face of staffing cuts, GAO and employees say

The IRS aims to modernize technology while reducing staff, but lacks transparency and clarity in its long-term plans.
Remote teams
fromNextgov.com
3 days ago

IRS lacks transparent plans to leverage tech in the face of staffing cuts, GAO and employees say

The IRS aims to modernize technology while reducing staff, but lacks transparency and clarity in its long-term plans.
more#irs
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

The federal agents deployed in Trump's immigration crackdown visualized

The Trump administration's immigration enforcement escalates in Minneapolis, marking a significant operation that impacts families and communities across the US.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
3 days ago

US Federal Agency's Cisco Firewall Infected With 'Firestarter' Backdoor

A US federal agency was infected with malware due to vulnerabilities in Cisco firewalls linked to a China-backed espionage campaign.
Healthcare
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

Trump Admin Seeks Sweeping Access to Federal Workers' Health Records

The Trump administration seeks access to detailed medical records of federal workers and retirees, raising concerns about privacy and data security.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Biobank data incident caused by 'a few bad apples', boss says

"In this case, a few bad apples have taken those data off the platform and they have listed the data for sale," Sir Rory told the BBC Radio 4's Today programme.
Privacy professionals
US politics
fromWIRED
3 days ago

The Latest Push to Extend Key US Spy Powers Is Still a Mess

The bill lacks meaningful constitutional safeguards and allows broad discretion to the attorney general regarding access to the 702 program.
Privacy professionals
fromFast Company
4 days ago

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

Meta Platforms is implementing software to track employee computer usage to train AI models, raising privacy concerns amid potential layoffs.
Healthcare
fromArs Technica
2 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.
fromNextgov.com
4 days ago

Andrew Vanjani becomes CIO for USCIS

Andrew Vanjani took over as the Chief Information Officer of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, focusing on leveraging emerging technology to combat fraud risks and design future-ready infrastructure.
US politics
#ice
US politics
fromFuturism
5 days ago

Leak Shows ICE Planning to Use Facial Recognition Glasses to Identify Targets in Real Time

ICE plans to use facial recognition glasses for real-time data collection on Americans, raising concerns about privacy and surveillance.
US politics
fromFuturism
5 days ago

Leak Shows ICE Planning to Use Facial Recognition Glasses to Identify Targets in Real Time

ICE plans to use facial recognition glasses for real-time data collection on Americans, raising concerns about privacy and surveillance.
more#ice
#department-of-homeland-security
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

US Senate passes $70bn funding plan for ICE, Border Patrol

Senate advances plan to reopen the Department of Homeland Security with a 50-48 vote, funding immigration enforcement despite Democratic opposition.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

US Senate passes $70bn funding plan for ICE, Border Patrol

Senate advances plan to reopen the Department of Homeland Security with a 50-48 vote, funding immigration enforcement despite Democratic opposition.
more#department-of-homeland-security
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Congress Turns Up Pressure on DHS Over Palantir's Role in Immigration Crackdown

Members of Congress demand DHS and ICE disclose details on surveillance tools used in immigration enforcement.
Public health
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Medicaid can share data with ICE. Here's how that 180-degree change spreads fear

A December court ruling reversed decades of Medicaid policy protecting immigrants' personal information from immigration enforcement, creating widespread fear among eligible immigrant families.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
2 months ago

Here's the Company That Sold DHS ICE's Notorious Face Recognition App

DHS lists Mobile Fortify, a NEC-supported facial-recognition app used by CBP and ICE to identify people in the field, including citizens and undocumented immigrants.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

As DOJ prepares to share state voter data with DHS, a key privacy officer resigns

The DOJ is acquiring sensitive voter registration data, raising privacy concerns, as a key privacy officer resigns amid ongoing legal challenges.
fromWIRED
2 months ago

ICE and CBP's Face-Recognition App Can't Actually Verify Who People Are

Mobile Fortify, now used by United States immigration agents in towns and cities across the US, is not designed to reliably identify people in the streets and was deployed without the scrutiny that has historically governed the rollout of technologies that impact people's privacy, according to records reviewed by WIRED. The Department of Homeland Security launched Mobile Fortify in the spring of 2025 to "determine or verify" the identities of individuals stopped or detained by DHS officers during federal operations, records show.
Privacy technologies
Privacy professionals
fromTechRepublic
1 month ago

Hacktivists Claim DHS Breach, Leak 6,600+ ICE Contractor Records

A hacktivist group claimed to breach DHS systems and released thousands of ICE contractor records identifying major technology and defense companies involved in federal immigration enforcement.
Privacy professionals
fromAV Club
1 month ago

Border Protection gathered location data from games and apps to track people's movements

U.S. Customs and Border Protection purchases location data from ad agencies through real-time bidding to track individuals' movements without warrants or consent.
US politics
fromWIRED
2 months ago

DHS Wants a Single Search Engine to Flag Faces and Fingerprints Across Agencies

DHS plans to build a unified biometric matching system combining face, fingerprint, iris, and other identifiers across multiple enforcement agencies.
US politics
fromWIRED
2 months ago

Social Security Workers Are Being Told to Hand Over Appointment Details to ICE

SSA staff were instructed to disclose dates and times of in-person appointments to ICE, expanding direct data-sharing between Social Security and DHS/ICE.
US politics
fromWIRED
2 months ago

DHS Opens a Billion-Dollar Tab With Palantir

DHS signed a $1 billion blanket purchasing agreement enabling department-wide purchases of Palantir software, services, and implementation while internal staff tensions over DHS/ICE work persist.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

DHS agent killed US citizen in March last year, records reveal

A DHS immigration agent fatally shot U.S. citizen Ruben Ray Martinez in South Padre Island, Texas, during immigration enforcement on March 15, 2025.
US politics
fromDataBreaches.Net
2 months ago

StopICE Hacked: Names And Locations of Over 100k Users Were Sent to the FBI, ICE and HSI - DataBreaches.Net

A StopICE security breach exposed sensitive personal data and precise GPS locations of over 100,000 users to federal agencies, creating serious privacy and First Amendment concerns.
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