#privacy

#privacy

Law enforcement in Texas along the U.S.-Mexico border are using TraffiCatch technology to track Bluetooth signals from various devices for surveillance purposes. [ more ]

Charities and healthcare organizations need to prioritize data protection and privacy for HIV positive individuals for maintaining dignity and trust. [ more ]

Google focuses on CTV's aboveboard model compared to digital advertising, emphasizing the opportunity to start fresh without third-party cookies. [ more ]

Project Texas aimed to sequester US users' data from ByteDance but was found largely ineffective. [ more ]

Creation of sexually explicit deepfakes to be criminal offense under new legislation. [ more ]

Online trolls targeted Princess of Wales for not disclosing cancer diagnosis sooner

Centre for Countering Digital Hate CEO expressed concern over spread of baseless claims on social media [ more ]

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Marketers seeking better tracking options are interested in Google's open-source MMM Meridian.

Meridian allows users to access data points like YouTube reach, Google query-volume data, and offers educational resources. [ more ]

Over 250 British celebrities affected by deepfake porn, mostly women

Concerns raised over violation, ease of access, and the spread of misinformation through AI-generated deepfakes [ more ]

Justin Welby emphasized the importance of privacy for Princess Kate's recovery.

The Archbishop condemned the proliferation of conspiracy theories and gossip around public figures' health. [ more ]

Middle schoolers in Beverly Hills made and distributed fake naked photos of peers using A.I.

Concerns about the impact of artificial intelligence on teen judgment and privacy. [ more ]

The U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology released guidance on vertical privacy-preserving federated learning systems, emphasizing the balance between privacy risk and performance cost. [ more ]

Arc Browser aims to disrupt the browser market with emphasis on user privacy and customization.

The Browser Company, behind Arc, has strong tech credentials and recently secured $50 million in funding. [ more ]

Utah introduced a controversial 'snitch form' to report transgender individuals using preferred facilities in public schools. [ more ]

The U.S. Department of Justice arrested the co-founders of Samourai Wallet, intensifying the crackdown on money laundering via privacy tools in crypto transactions. [ more ]

AI integration in UI/UX design raises ethical concerns such as bias, discrimination, privacy, and manipulation. Designers must prioritize fairness, inclusivity, transparency, and user privacy. [ more ]

AI tool Whisper Web runs on your browser, ensuring privacy and ease of use without requiring accounts or subscriptions. [ more ]

Apple is releasing OpenELM models hinting at future AI features focused on efficient models for consumer devices like the iPhone. [ more ]

Meta is flooding social media platforms with AI, aiming for ubiquity, yet users are experiencing spam-filled interactions. [ more ]

Apple is expected to unveil AI tools at WWDC, including a built-in large language model for iPhone's iOS 18. [ more ]

Data is the lifeblood of societies and economies, driving innovation and growth amidst challenges around privacy and governance. [ more ]

Apple's implementation of third-party app store installation on iOS browsers exposes users to potential web tracking vulnerabilities. [ more ]

Kraken launching its own wallet, emphasizing privacy and open-source code, aims to compete with Coinbase and other major players in the crypto space. [ more ]

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Setting boundaries with family members is crucial to maintain peace and privacy in relationships. [ more ]

Journals are considered private spaces, but the content may become public, leading to ethical concerns. [ more ]

Podcast discusses Leicester City Council ransomware attack, data breach, Indian election deepfakery. [ more ]

Luxurious historic home in Cambridge with privacy and extensive grounds for $13.5M. [ more ]

The UK's National Crime Agency director general urges Meta to reconsider end-to-end encryption for better law enforcement access. [ more ]

The decision to overturn Roe v. Wade in 2022 led to increased digital surveillance on individuals seeking reproductive care and posed new threats to privacy. [ more ]

FPF emphasizes the importance of privacy in emerging vehicle safety technologies.

There is ongoing exploration of privacy implications in impairment detection and driver safety systems by various stakeholders. [ more ]

California businesses facing class action complaints under CIPA for website privacy violations.

Lawsuits evolving to claim violations under Penal Code Section 631.51 for tracking technologies like cookies and pixels. [ more ]

Google settled a lawsuit regarding illegal surveillance through Chrome browser.

Settlement requires Google to delete billions of personal records and improve privacy disclosures. [ more ]

Google settled a class-action lawsuit over tracking users' data in incognito mode without consent.

The settlement involves Google deleting millions of privacy-infringing data records and making changes to improve transparency. [ more ]

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Joseph Thornalley, aka Vegyn, values privacy in his work and personal life, creating music that reflects his eclectic influences but does not reveal much about his personal details. [ more ]

Privacy-focused identity solutions are crucial post third-party cookies phaseout. [ more ]

First client-side ad server to incorporate UID2, a privacy-centric identity solution for the open internet.

Enhances advertisers' and agency partners' capacity to use first-party data securely for omnichannel identity strategies. [ more ]

School districts in Los Angeles are investigating inappropriate AI-generated images of students, emphasizing the need for ethical technology use education. [ more ]

Teachers often establish boundaries to separate personal and professional lives.

Parents may struggle to understand and respect teachers' boundaries around privacy. [ more ]

Apple to launch iPhone iOS 18 update with AI functions, reducing cloud processing. [ more ]

Apple focuses on user privacy, device longevity, and environmental impact through new repair process.

Expansion of repair options and Activation Lock feature implementation for deterring theft of iPhone parts. [ more ]

AI applications can promote human rights if implemented responsibly.

There is evidence of AI applications having a detrimental impact on human rights and exacerbating existing inequalities and discriminatory practices. [ more ]

The film 'The Conversation' remains relevant today due to the surprising acceptance of modern surveillance levels.

The information the main character in the film works to uncover is now freely available online. [ more ]

Opera introduces built-in access to local AI models for faster processing and increased privacy.

Users can test 150 variants of local Large Language Models by upgrading to the latest Opera Developer version. [ more ]

Google settled multiple lawsuits totaling over $1 billion.

Google will enhance transparency and privacy for Chrome's Incognito mode users. [ more ]

Zoom Workplace is an AI-powered collaborative platform housing AI tools like AI Companion for better workflow.

Zoom clarified it does not use customer data without consent, putting emphasis on privacy and ethics. [ more ]

E-commerce relies on tracking our online activity and data for personalized advertising.

Web3 technology offers a shift towards trust, transparency, and privacy in e-commerce. [ more ]

Consumers desire privacy

Shift from individual tracking to more privacy-focused approaches

Adapting to new advertising strategies [ more ]

X, the social media platform (formerly known as ) owned by Elon Musk, updated its policy to ban sharing names of anonymous users.

The suspension of Alejandra Caraballo, mistakenly identified as StoneToss, raises questions about X's user conduct and content moderation approach. [ more ]

The OECD expert group aims to unite AI and privacy communities for cooperative solutions.

The working group will have diverse members focusing on data protection and AI governance. [ more ]

The Future of Privacy Forum honored 2023's must-read privacy scholarship at the 14th Annual Privacy Papers for Policymakers.

Experts from academia, industry, and government moderated policy discussions at the events, emphasizing the importance of privacy research and protection. [ more ]

Setting boundaries with neighbors, especially children, is important for privacy and well-being.

Finding a compromise or setting a specific time for interactions can help manage the situation respectfully. [ more ]

Chrome's Safe Browsing feature now works in real time by checking URLs against a server-side list without sharing browsing habits.

The new server-side system in Chrome can catch 25% more phishing attacks than using local lists and is less resource-intensive for low-end machines. [ more ]

News consumers' interest in Kate Middleton's health reflects a broader societal obsession with surveillance and oversharing on social media.

Speculation and conspiracy theories often arise when public figures, like the Princess of Wales, seek privacy in their personal lives. [ more ]

Airbnb bans all indoor security cameras in listings globally.

Vrbo prohibits surveillance devices in properties, except smart devices with prior disclosure. [ more ]

The Executive Order targets data brokers selling sensitive personal data to countries of concern.

Businesses should review their privacy policies for compliance with the new Executive Order. [ more ]

Data brokers dislike being called data brokers due to negative connotation.

Legal definition of a data broker includes companies that collect consumer data for monetization. [ more ]

Over 130 court attempts for push notification metadata in the US.

Mobile device privacy issues aid criminal investigations but raise concerns. [ more ]