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Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
1 week ago

For Tech Whistleblowers, There's Safety in Numbers

Powerful stories can drive change, but organizations may retaliate against those who share them.
Psst provides a safe platform for anonymous whistleblowing, promoting accountability in tech and government.
#privacy
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

Here are the sneaky ways that indicate your partner has remote access to your phone to spy on you, according to expert

fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

Here are the sneaky ways that indicate your partner has remote access to your phone to spy on you, according to expert

#education-policy
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

NYS public school cellphone ban to go into effect for 2025-2026 school year: Gov. Hochul

New York is banning smartphone use in public schools during school hours starting September 2025 to combat distractions and enhance student learning.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

NYS public school cellphone ban to go into effect for 2025-2026 school year: Gov. Hochul

New York is banning smartphone use in public schools during school hours starting September 2025 to combat distractions and enhance student learning.
#identity-theft
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Marketing tech

I clicked on four sneaky online scams on purpose - to show you how they work

fromZDNET
1 month ago
Marketing tech

I clicked on four sneaky online scams on purpose - to show you how they work

#cybersecurity
Information security
fromITPro
3 months ago

Cyber requirements can wear us all down - we need a different perspective

Cybersecurity fatigue leads to complacency and increased risk of breaches among users.
The everyday pressures of cyber safety overwhelm individuals, affecting decision-making in digital interactions.
Toronto startup
fromThe Hacker News
2 months ago

THN Weekly Recap: Alerts on Zero-Day Exploits, AI Breaches, and Crypto Heists

A Serbian activist faced a zero-day exploit, highlighting vulnerabilities in digital security.
Microsoft exposed a scheme where cybercriminals exploit AI tools for harmful pranks.
Information security
fromITPro
3 months ago

Cyber requirements can wear us all down - we need a different perspective

Cybersecurity fatigue leads to complacency and increased risk of breaches among users.
The everyday pressures of cyber safety overwhelm individuals, affecting decision-making in digital interactions.
Toronto startup
fromThe Hacker News
2 months ago

THN Weekly Recap: Alerts on Zero-Day Exploits, AI Breaches, and Crypto Heists

A Serbian activist faced a zero-day exploit, highlighting vulnerabilities in digital security.
Microsoft exposed a scheme where cybercriminals exploit AI tools for harmful pranks.
#reproductive-rights
Gadgets
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Tell us if smartphones should be banned in schools

Debate on smartphone bans in schools raises concerns about distraction and safety, while critics stress the need for better digital education and support.
Gadgets
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Tell us if smartphones should be banned in schools

Debate on smartphone bans in schools raises concerns about distraction and safety, while critics stress the need for better digital education and support.
Digital life
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Teens are using AI to create fake nudes of their classmates - as a new form of bullying

AI technology is being misused to create realistic deepfake nude images of teens, leading to severe bullying and privacy violations.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Teens, Tech, and the Power of Staying Curious

Parental controls alone won't protect teens from risks online.
Curious questions foster connection and protect teens in their digital lives.
Small, casual conversations can lead to significant insights about teens' online experiences.
#child-development
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
2 months ago

As platform moderation standards vary, creators eye Twitch as a safe haven

Twitch has become a safe haven for marginalized creators due to its focus on content moderation.
#social-media
Digital life
fromDigital Insurance
3 months ago

Digital footprints can lead to insurance executives

Public sympathy towards the accused in Brian Thompson's murder raises concerns about corporate executive safety amid unmanaged digital footprints.
Parenting
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

AI: who's responsible for children's safety?

The case underscores the risks of AI companions and the need for parental awareness of their children's online interactions.
fromtime.com
6 months ago

Australian Senate Passes Social Media Ban for Under-16s, Will Soon Become World-First Law

With the new law, social media platforms in Australia are now liable for hefty fines if they fail to prevent users under 16 from holding accounts. The unprecedented legislation signifies a major move toward ensuring online safety for children. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese emphasized the importance of prioritizing children's safety in the digital space, reassuring parents that their concerns are being addressed.
Miscellaneous
fromPCMag Australia
7 months ago

The Best Private Browsers for 2024: Stop Trackers Dead

Online privacy is increasingly compromised by aggressive tracking methods employed by marketers. This includes the use of browser cookies, IP addresses, and device identifiers that monitor user behavior online.
Privacy professionals
Privacy professionals
fromTheregister
8 months ago

Telegram apologizes to South Korea and takes down deepfakes

Telegram cooperated with South Korea to remove videos of sex crimes, hoping for a productive relationship to combat digital sex crimes.
The collaboration marks a significant step towards increased accountability in managing harmful content on social media.
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