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Digital life
fromLondon On The Inside
1 week agoEveryday Security Threats in the Changing Face of Online Life
Growing online connectivity increases convenience while expanding evolving cyber threats that demand greater awareness, smarter defensive strategies, and informed choices by users and communities.
#tracking
Privacy technologies
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 months agoThe covert method Meta uses to track mobile browsing without consent even in incognito mode or with a VPN
Meta was discovered bypassing browser privacy permissions to track users, even in incognito mode, raising significant concerns about online privacy.
#cookies
Privacy technologies
fromThe Conversation
4 months agoWhat does it mean to 'accept' or 'reject' all cookies, and which should I choose?
Cookies serve to enhance user experience on websites, but accepting them has implications for online privacy.
Understanding cookie types and options helps users to make informed decisions about their online data.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 month agoFrom Libraries to Schools: Why Organizations Should Install Privacy Badger
Privacy Badger is already used by millions to fight online surveillance and take back control of their data. Why Should Organizations Install Privacy Badger on Managed Devices? Protect People from Online Surveillance Most websites contain hidden trackers that let advertisers, data brokers, and Big Tech companies monitor people's browsing activity. This surveillance has serious consequences : it fuels scams , government spying , predatory advertising , and surveillance pricing .
Privacy technologies
fromPCMAG
1 month agoChrome Users: This One Simple Tool Can Massively Boost Your Online Privacy
Google Chrome is certainly fast, free, and easy to use, which makes it one of the best browsers, not to mention one of the most popular. However, we all know that Google isn't the most privacy-conscious company, at least when it comes to collecting your data for its own purposes. Sure, Chrome has built-in safeguards against malicious actors, but the browser also ties directly into Google's advertising business, collecting lots of data.
Privacy technologies
US politics
fromNieman Lab
1 month agoMississippi's onerous new social platform law (and the threat of big fines) has led Bluesky to block its users in the state
Mississippi law requires social platforms to verify user identities and obtain parental consent for minors, prompting Bluesky to block service over cost and privacy concerns.
fromEntrepreneur
2 months agoHow to Remove Bad Press - and Reclaim Your Online Reputation Fast | Entrepreneur
Negative press can lead to significant repercussions, including lost trust, a damaged reputation, and missed opportunities. Addressing harmful content promptly is crucial.
Privacy professionals
Privacy technologies
fromZDNET
3 months agoHow I upgraded my home Wi-Fi with a VPN-ready router (and why it makes such a big difference)
Privacy Hero 2 VPN router provides all-around device coverage for online privacy and security.
The router is a convenient solution that limits the need for multiple VPN app installations.
Privacy professionals
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
5 months agoCongress Takes Another Step Toward Enabling Broad Internet Censorship
The TAKE IT DOWN Act risks free expression and privacy while addressing non-consensual intimate imagery.
The bill's notice-and-takedown system may lead to wrongful censorship of legitimate content.
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