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www.independent.co.uk
6 hours ago
Privacy professionals

Council approves sound-recording CCTV to tackle antisocial behaviour

Uttlesford District Council plans to introduce audio recording with CCTV to combat antisocial behavior, raising significant privacy concerns among residents. [ more ]
AnOther
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Stranger Eyes: The Story Behind Yeo Siew Hua's Smart, Haunting Thriller

Stranger Eyes explores the themes of surveillance and privacy, reflecting societal changes brought on by the pandemic.
Director Yeo Siew Hua's journey highlights how observation can lead to self-reflection and societal critique. [ more ]
Futurism
1 week ago
Cars

Police Searching for Teslas Near Crimes to Seize Their Camera Footage

Police are using Tesla cameras for crime investigations, often without owners' consent, raising civil rights concerns about privacy and surveillance. [ more ]
Mail Online
1 week ago
Marketing

Shock leak: Facebook, Google 'ARE listening into your conversations'

Phones may indeed be listening to conversations to create targeted advertisements, as suggested by a leaked CMG pitch deck. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
6 hours ago
Privacy professionals

Council approves sound-recording CCTV to tackle antisocial behaviour

Uttlesford District Council plans to introduce audio recording with CCTV to combat antisocial behavior, raising significant privacy concerns among residents. [ more ]
AnOther
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Stranger Eyes: The Story Behind Yeo Siew Hua's Smart, Haunting Thriller

Stranger Eyes explores the themes of surveillance and privacy, reflecting societal changes brought on by the pandemic.
Director Yeo Siew Hua's journey highlights how observation can lead to self-reflection and societal critique. [ more ]
Futurism
1 week ago
Cars

Police Searching for Teslas Near Crimes to Seize Their Camera Footage

Police are using Tesla cameras for crime investigations, often without owners' consent, raising civil rights concerns about privacy and surveillance. [ more ]
Mail Online
1 week ago
Marketing

Shock leak: Facebook, Google 'ARE listening into your conversations'

Phones may indeed be listening to conversations to create targeted advertisements, as suggested by a leaked CMG pitch deck. [ more ]
moresurveillance
#social-media
english.elpais.com
7 hours ago
Privacy professionals

Diego Hidalgo: Banning the sale of phones to teenagers would empower parents'

Diego Hidalgo emphasizes that technology, like magic, manipulates what we perceive as choices, influencing our decisions and privacy in daily life. [ more ]
Bustle
1 day ago
Privacy professionals

These 3 Zodiac Signs Are The Least Private

Leos exemplify the least private zodiac signs, often oversharing and thriving in social situations due to their love for attention and honesty. [ more ]
The Verge
1 day ago
Privacy professionals

Meta fed its AI on almost everything you've posted publicly since 2007

Meta has been using publicly posted text and photos from users since 2007 to train its AI models. [ more ]
Social Media Today
4 days ago
Startup companies

Snapchat Tests New Sharing Options for Older Teens

Snapchat is allowing teens aged 16-17 to share posts more broadly with safety measures, addressing community feedback. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 days ago
Privacy professionals

Meta's AI is scraping users' photos and posts. Europeans can opt out, but Australians cannot

Meta uses public posts from users to train AI, but Australian users lack an opt-out option unlike Europeans. [ more ]
Social Media Today
4 days ago
Startup companies

Snapchat Tests New Sharing Options for Older Teens

Snapchat is enhancing sharing options for teens aged 16-17 while maintaining privacy protections, allowing broader audience engagement without full public posting. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
7 hours ago
Privacy professionals

Diego Hidalgo: Banning the sale of phones to teenagers would empower parents'

Diego Hidalgo emphasizes that technology, like magic, manipulates what we perceive as choices, influencing our decisions and privacy in daily life. [ more ]
Bustle
1 day ago
Privacy professionals

These 3 Zodiac Signs Are The Least Private

Leos exemplify the least private zodiac signs, often oversharing and thriving in social situations due to their love for attention and honesty. [ more ]
The Verge
1 day ago
Privacy professionals

Meta fed its AI on almost everything you've posted publicly since 2007

Meta has been using publicly posted text and photos from users since 2007 to train its AI models. [ more ]
Social Media Today
4 days ago
Startup companies

Snapchat Tests New Sharing Options for Older Teens

Snapchat is allowing teens aged 16-17 to share posts more broadly with safety measures, addressing community feedback. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 days ago
Privacy professionals

Meta's AI is scraping users' photos and posts. Europeans can opt out, but Australians cannot

Meta uses public posts from users to train AI, but Australian users lack an opt-out option unlike Europeans. [ more ]
Social Media Today
4 days ago
Startup companies

Snapchat Tests New Sharing Options for Older Teens

Snapchat is enhancing sharing options for teens aged 16-17 while maintaining privacy protections, allowing broader audience engagement without full public posting. [ more ]
moresocial-media
#data-security
Securitymagazine
1 day ago
Privacy professionals

How to ensure security without compromising privacy

Organizations must balance security needs with growing privacy concerns.
Privacy by Design framework offers a way to enhance data protection while ensuring security. [ more ]
Digiday
20 hours ago
Marketing

Google debuts 'confidential matching,' a move to quell advertisers' concerns around data leakage

Google's 'confidential matching' enhances data security for advertisers, using Trusted Execution Environments to minimize data leakage. [ more ]
Mail Online
1 week ago
Digital life

Experts reveal sneaky way your phone listens in on your conversations

Companies are eavesdropping on conversations through devices, turning data into a multi-billion dollar industry without users' full awareness. [ more ]
Securitymagazine
1 day ago
Privacy professionals

How to ensure security without compromising privacy

Organizations must balance security needs with growing privacy concerns.
Privacy by Design framework offers a way to enhance data protection while ensuring security. [ more ]
Digiday
20 hours ago
Marketing

Google debuts 'confidential matching,' a move to quell advertisers' concerns around data leakage

Google's 'confidential matching' enhances data security for advertisers, using Trusted Execution Environments to minimize data leakage. [ more ]
Mail Online
1 week ago
Digital life

Experts reveal sneaky way your phone listens in on your conversations

Companies are eavesdropping on conversations through devices, turning data into a multi-billion dollar industry without users' full awareness. [ more ]
moredata-security
#streaming
ZDNET
12 hours ago
Privacy technologies

Proton VPN vs NordVPN: Which is best in 2024?

Proton VPN excels in privacy-focused features and free service, whereas NordVPN is preferable for streaming and has robust privacy safeguards. [ more ]
Engadget
6 days ago
Digital life

How to use a VPN on Roku

Roku users can bypass geo-restrictions using VPN workarounds due to lack of native support. [ more ]
ZDNET
12 hours ago
Privacy technologies

Proton VPN vs NordVPN: Which is best in 2024?

Proton VPN excels in privacy-focused features and free service, whereas NordVPN is preferable for streaming and has robust privacy safeguards. [ more ]
Engadget
6 days ago
Digital life

How to use a VPN on Roku

Roku users can bypass geo-restrictions using VPN workarounds due to lack of native support. [ more ]
morestreaming
ArchDaily
1 day ago
NYC real estate

Minas House / Sabella Arquitetura

The house's design emphasizes landscape integration, privacy, and a surprising internal reveal of dramatic views. [ more ]
#user-experience
Queerty
1 day ago
JavaScript

Queerty Crossword: Sept. 12, 2024 - Queerty

Cookies ensure basic website functionality and improve user experience. [ more ]
Theregister
3 days ago
Cars

Who wants in-car ads tailored to your journey, passengers?

Ford's proposed infotainment system may deliver personalized ads based on user data, raising privacy concerns and potential user frustration. [ more ]
Social Media Today
6 days ago
Privacy professionals

Meta Announces Next Steps for EU Messaging Interoperability

Meta has improved user control over chat organization by allowing separation of third-party messages from main inbox. [ more ]
Bloomberg
1 week ago
JavaScript

Bloomberg

Unusual activity alerts serve as security measures to protect against potential threats.
Users should ensure their browser settings allow cookies and JavaScript to avoid security alerts. [ more ]
Queerty
1 week ago
JavaScript

Queerty Crossword: Sept. 4, 2024 - Queerty

Cookies improve website performance and user experience.
Necessary cookies help with basic functionalities; third-party cookies assist in usage analytics. [ more ]
Forbes
1 week ago
Marketing tech

Those Annoying Cookie Pop-Ups Could Soon Vanish: Should Tech Companies Be Worried?

Users are frustrated with cookie compliance pop-ups, often ignoring them, which counters GDPR's intention to protect privacy. [ more ]
Queerty
1 day ago
JavaScript

Queerty Crossword: Sept. 12, 2024 - Queerty

Cookies ensure basic website functionality and improve user experience. [ more ]
Theregister
3 days ago
Cars

Who wants in-car ads tailored to your journey, passengers?

Ford's proposed infotainment system may deliver personalized ads based on user data, raising privacy concerns and potential user frustration. [ more ]
Social Media Today
6 days ago
Privacy professionals

Meta Announces Next Steps for EU Messaging Interoperability

Meta has improved user control over chat organization by allowing separation of third-party messages from main inbox. [ more ]
Bloomberg
1 week ago
JavaScript

Bloomberg

Unusual activity alerts serve as security measures to protect against potential threats.
Users should ensure their browser settings allow cookies and JavaScript to avoid security alerts. [ more ]
Queerty
1 week ago
JavaScript

Queerty Crossword: Sept. 4, 2024 - Queerty

Cookies improve website performance and user experience.
Necessary cookies help with basic functionalities; third-party cookies assist in usage analytics. [ more ]
Forbes
1 week ago
Marketing tech

Those Annoying Cookie Pop-Ups Could Soon Vanish: Should Tech Companies Be Worried?

Users are frustrated with cookie compliance pop-ups, often ignoring them, which counters GDPR's intention to protect privacy. [ more ]
moreuser-experience
Bustle
1 day ago
Privacy professionals

Jenn Reacted To Devin Leaking Her Private Texts After 'The Bachelorette'

Devin Strader's public sharing of private messages post-Bachelorette finale raises questions of accountability and privacy in relationships. [ more ]
#digital-advertising
AdExchanger
1 day ago
Marketing tech

Google Ads Will Now Use A Trusted Execution Environment By Default | AdExchanger

Advertisers need to responsibly manage first-party data to adapt to growing privacy concerns in the digital ad landscape. [ more ]
AdExchanger
4 days ago
Marketing tech

Trawling The Google Trial Exhibits For Privacy-Related Tidbits | AdExchanger

Google is on trial for allegedly monopolizing the digital advertising market, not for privacy practices. [ more ]
Fast Company
1 week ago
Marketing tech

Cookiepocalypse not now

Google will not deprecate third-party cookies in Chrome next year, providing users a choice.
The decision was influenced by pressure from regulators, advertisers, and publishers.
Concerns over competition and privacy vulnerabilities contributed to Google's change in direction. [ more ]
AdExchanger
1 day ago
Marketing tech

Google Ads Will Now Use A Trusted Execution Environment By Default | AdExchanger

Advertisers need to responsibly manage first-party data to adapt to growing privacy concerns in the digital ad landscape. [ more ]
AdExchanger
4 days ago
Marketing tech

Trawling The Google Trial Exhibits For Privacy-Related Tidbits | AdExchanger

Google is on trial for allegedly monopolizing the digital advertising market, not for privacy practices. [ more ]
Fast Company
1 week ago
Marketing tech

Cookiepocalypse not now

Google will not deprecate third-party cookies in Chrome next year, providing users a choice.
The decision was influenced by pressure from regulators, advertisers, and publishers.
Concerns over competition and privacy vulnerabilities contributed to Google's change in direction. [ more ]
moredigital-advertising
#data-breach
www.scientificamerican.com
1 day ago
Information security

How to Protect Yourself After Giant Data Breaches

A significant data breach exposed millions of sensitive personal information from National Public Data, raising concerns about privacy and security. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Miami Beach apologizes for posting docs with sensitive info. How long were they public?

Miami Beach removed unredacted personal information from documents after a resident flagged the issue, prompting an investigation into the exposure of sensitive data. [ more ]
Securitymagazine
1 week ago
California

Young Consulting and Blue Shield of California announce data breach

Young Consulting experienced a significant data breach affecting Blue Shield of California subscribers. [ more ]
www.scientificamerican.com
1 day ago
Information security

How to Protect Yourself After Giant Data Breaches

A significant data breach exposed millions of sensitive personal information from National Public Data, raising concerns about privacy and security. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Miami Beach apologizes for posting docs with sensitive info. How long were they public?

Miami Beach removed unredacted personal information from documents after a resident flagged the issue, prompting an investigation into the exposure of sensitive data. [ more ]
Securitymagazine
1 week ago
California

Young Consulting and Blue Shield of California announce data breach

Young Consulting experienced a significant data breach affecting Blue Shield of California subscribers. [ more ]
moredata-breach
#generative-ai
TechCrunch
1 day ago
EU data protection

Google's GenAI facing privacy risk assessment scrutiny in Europe | TechCrunch

Google's AI practices are under scrutiny to determine if they comply with EU data protection laws regarding the use of personal information. [ more ]
WIRED
2 days ago
Information security

Apple Intelligence Promises Better AI Privacy. Here's How It Actually Works

Apple's Private Cloud Compute offers a secure infrastructure to safeguard user data while enabling advanced functionalities in the context of generative AI. [ more ]
ZDNET
4 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Apple delivers on hardware upgrades but punts Apple Intelligence rollout

Apple Intelligence is emphasized but remains under development with limited feature announcements.
The iPhone 16 is tailored for enhanced generative AI capabilities. It includes a new chipset for faster performance. [ more ]
The Verge
4 days ago
Apple

'It's Glowtime': all the news from Apple's iPhone 16 event

Apple's upcoming iPhone 16 will emphasize generative AI features and privacy-driven technology in the competitive smartphone landscape. [ more ]
TechCrunch
1 day ago
EU data protection

Google's GenAI facing privacy risk assessment scrutiny in Europe | TechCrunch

Google's AI practices are under scrutiny to determine if they comply with EU data protection laws regarding the use of personal information. [ more ]
WIRED
2 days ago
Information security

Apple Intelligence Promises Better AI Privacy. Here's How It Actually Works

Apple's Private Cloud Compute offers a secure infrastructure to safeguard user data while enabling advanced functionalities in the context of generative AI. [ more ]
ZDNET
4 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Apple delivers on hardware upgrades but punts Apple Intelligence rollout

Apple Intelligence is emphasized but remains under development with limited feature announcements.
The iPhone 16 is tailored for enhanced generative AI capabilities. It includes a new chipset for faster performance. [ more ]
The Verge
4 days ago
Apple

'It's Glowtime': all the news from Apple's iPhone 16 event

Apple's upcoming iPhone 16 will emphasize generative AI features and privacy-driven technology in the competitive smartphone landscape. [ more ]
moregenerative-ai
#beyonce
www.nydailynews.com
2 days ago
Writing

Beyonce opens up on extreme effort' to keep kids out of the public eye

Beyoncé prioritizes her children's privacy and normalcy, actively managing her personal exposure to protect her family. [ more ]
New York Post
3 days ago
Writing

Beyonce compares her fame to 'a prison,' explains why she likes to 'disappear' from public eye

Beyoncé emphasizes creativity over perfectionism, focusing on personal evolution and storytelling through her art. [ more ]
www.nydailynews.com
2 days ago
Writing

Beyonce opens up on extreme effort' to keep kids out of the public eye

Beyoncé prioritizes her children's privacy and normalcy, actively managing her personal exposure to protect her family. [ more ]
New York Post
3 days ago
Writing

Beyonce compares her fame to 'a prison,' explains why she likes to 'disappear' from public eye

Beyoncé emphasizes creativity over perfectionism, focusing on personal evolution and storytelling through her art. [ more ]
morebeyonce
#telegram
App Developer Magazine
2 days ago
Privacy professionals

Telegram app grows in popularity | App Developer Magazine

Telegram, launched in 2013, has reached 950 million users, highlighting its rapid growth and importance in communication and privacy.
The arrest of Telegram's CEO has raised significant concerns over digital privacy, free speech, and law enforcement's role in regulating online platforms. [ more ]
Fast Company
2 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

The tech CEO of this popular platform has been arrested on allegations of sexual exploitation and drug trafficking

Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, was detained in Paris over allegations of the platform's involvement in serious crimes. [ more ]
App Developer Magazine
2 days ago
Privacy professionals

Telegram app grows in popularity | App Developer Magazine

Telegram, launched in 2013, has reached 950 million users, highlighting its rapid growth and importance in communication and privacy.
The arrest of Telegram's CEO has raised significant concerns over digital privacy, free speech, and law enforcement's role in regulating online platforms. [ more ]
Fast Company
2 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

The tech CEO of this popular platform has been arrested on allegations of sexual exploitation and drug trafficking

Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, was detained in Paris over allegations of the platform's involvement in serious crimes. [ more ]
moretelegram
#security
Bloomberg
3 days ago
JavaScript

Bloomberg

Unusual network activity triggers security verification steps to ensure user authenticity. [ more ]
Fast Company
4 days ago
Privacy professionals

Users beware: This ongoing WhatsApp glitch means photos you send are less private than you think

WhatsApp's 'view once' feature, designed to enhance user privacy, is flawed and can easily be circumvented, raising significant security concerns. [ more ]
The Verge
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Telegram CEO says he'll moderate better after getting arrested in France

The approach of holding platform CEOs personally responsible for illegal activities conducted by users is misguided and discourages innovation. [ more ]
Computerworld
1 week ago
Information security

When was the last time a Mac caused a business disaster?

Prioritize security, privacy, and resilience when selecting AI-driven business platforms. [ more ]
Bloomberg
3 days ago
JavaScript

Bloomberg

Unusual network activity triggers security verification steps to ensure user authenticity. [ more ]
Fast Company
4 days ago
Privacy professionals

Users beware: This ongoing WhatsApp glitch means photos you send are less private than you think

WhatsApp's 'view once' feature, designed to enhance user privacy, is flawed and can easily be circumvented, raising significant security concerns. [ more ]
The Verge
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Telegram CEO says he'll moderate better after getting arrested in France

The approach of holding platform CEOs personally responsible for illegal activities conducted by users is misguided and discourages innovation. [ more ]
Computerworld
1 week ago
Information security

When was the last time a Mac caused a business disaster?

Prioritize security, privacy, and resilience when selecting AI-driven business platforms. [ more ]
moresecurity
PCMAG
3 days ago
Cars

Ford Patents In-Car Advertising System That Listens to Passenger Conversations

Ford's patent enables targeted ads in cars using passenger conversations and location data, raising privacy concerns. [ more ]
Design Milk
3 days ago
Design

The Shanti Chair Adds a Layer of Privacy to the Workspace

The Shanti Chair enhances workplace tranquility and privacy through thoughtful design and sustainable materials. [ more ]
#iphone-16
Axios
3 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Apple's slow AI rollout threatens iPhone upgrade cycle

Apple's new iPhone 16 will launch without immediate AI features, which will be released later in beta form, emphasizing future capabilities over immediate use. [ more ]
Fortune
3 days ago
Apple

Apple iPhone 16 gets game-changing camera button and AI-powered visual intelligence

Apple is strongly focusing on artificial intelligence with the introduction of the iPhone 16 and various enhanced AI-driven features. [ more ]
Engadget
4 days ago
Apple

Apple invents its own version of Google Lens called Visual Intelligence

Apple's Visual Intelligence feature redefines how users interact with their surroundings using the iPhone 16.
The feature enhances real-world context through object identification and immediate information retrieval. [ more ]
Axios
3 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Apple's slow AI rollout threatens iPhone upgrade cycle

Apple's new iPhone 16 will launch without immediate AI features, which will be released later in beta form, emphasizing future capabilities over immediate use. [ more ]
Fortune
3 days ago
Apple

Apple iPhone 16 gets game-changing camera button and AI-powered visual intelligence

Apple is strongly focusing on artificial intelligence with the introduction of the iPhone 16 and various enhanced AI-driven features. [ more ]
Engadget
4 days ago
Apple

Apple invents its own version of Google Lens called Visual Intelligence

Apple's Visual Intelligence feature redefines how users interact with their surroundings using the iPhone 16.
The feature enhances real-world context through object identification and immediate information retrieval. [ more ]
moreiphone-16
#ai
Hackernoon
7 months ago
Artificial intelligence

PIN AI Secures $10M From a16z CSX, Hack VC And All-Star Angels | HackerNoon

The startup aims to democratize on-device intelligence, allowing users control and monetization of their personal AI while emphasizing privacy. [ more ]
Engadget
1 week ago
Digital life

Google's Gemini-powered photo search arrives in early access

Google Photos enhances photo search with a Gemini-powered chatbot for more granular queries. [ more ]
TechCrunch
1 week ago
EU data protection

Ireland's privacy watchdog ends legal fight with X over data use for AI after it agrees to permanent limits | TechCrunch

X has agreed to stop processing user data for AI model training without consent, following legal pressure from the Irish Data Protection Commission. [ more ]
Theregister
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

To fight AI, we need 'personhood credentials,' say AI firms

Personhood credentials (PHCs) are proposed by researchers to combat online deception by providing cryptographically authenticated identifiers for legitimate users. [ more ]
Windows Central
1 week ago
Tech industry

"Is this even legal?" A leaked pitch reveals marketing agency uses 'Active Listening' software to eavesdrop on calls and push curated Facebook and Google ads

Market agency listens to user voice data through smartphones to target ads, raising significant privacy concerns. [ more ]
Theregister
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Future of AI relies on today's reality - and it's not pretty

Microsoft's Recall feature represents a troubling trend in tech, where the push for AI capabilities clashes with user privacy and consent. [ more ]
Hackernoon
7 months ago
Artificial intelligence

PIN AI Secures $10M From a16z CSX, Hack VC And All-Star Angels | HackerNoon

The startup aims to democratize on-device intelligence, allowing users control and monetization of their personal AI while emphasizing privacy. [ more ]
Engadget
1 week ago
Digital life

Google's Gemini-powered photo search arrives in early access

Google Photos enhances photo search with a Gemini-powered chatbot for more granular queries. [ more ]
TechCrunch
1 week ago
EU data protection

Ireland's privacy watchdog ends legal fight with X over data use for AI after it agrees to permanent limits | TechCrunch

X has agreed to stop processing user data for AI model training without consent, following legal pressure from the Irish Data Protection Commission. [ more ]
Theregister
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

To fight AI, we need 'personhood credentials,' say AI firms

Personhood credentials (PHCs) are proposed by researchers to combat online deception by providing cryptographically authenticated identifiers for legitimate users. [ more ]
Windows Central
1 week ago
Tech industry

"Is this even legal?" A leaked pitch reveals marketing agency uses 'Active Listening' software to eavesdrop on calls and push curated Facebook and Google ads

Market agency listens to user voice data through smartphones to target ads, raising significant privacy concerns. [ more ]
Theregister
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Future of AI relies on today's reality - and it's not pretty

Microsoft's Recall feature represents a troubling trend in tech, where the push for AI capabilities clashes with user privacy and consent. [ more ]
moreai
Theregister
4 days ago
Privacy professionals

WhatsApp 'View Once' could be 'View Whenever' due to a flaw

WhatsApp's View Once feature is flawed and can easily be bypassed, undermining its intended privacy safeguards. [ more ]
#decentralization
PCMag UK
5 days ago
Tech industry

Need a Twitter Alternative? Try One of These Other Social Media Networks

Alternative social networks are emerging as viable options to traditional platforms like Facebook and Twitter, focusing on decentralization and privacy. [ more ]
Hackernoon
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

What Do Privacy and Feudalism Have in Common? | HackerNoon

The concept of privacy may be problematic; focusing on data ownership empowers users to control their own information. [ more ]
PCMag UK
5 days ago
Tech industry

Need a Twitter Alternative? Try One of These Other Social Media Networks

Alternative social networks are emerging as viable options to traditional platforms like Facebook and Twitter, focusing on decentralization and privacy. [ more ]
Hackernoon
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

What Do Privacy and Feudalism Have in Common? | HackerNoon

The concept of privacy may be problematic; focusing on data ownership empowers users to control their own information. [ more ]
moredecentralization
#architecture
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
5 days ago
Design

Minimal Home In Tokyo Features Wooden Louvers To Deliver Privacy & An Organic Ambiance To Its Residents - Yanko Design

House in Aoyama, designed by Keiji Ashizawa, emphasizes privacy and acoustic resilience through the use of concrete and louvres inspired by Kyoto townhouses. [ more ]
SFGATE
1 week ago
Writing

Jennifer Garner Shows Off Her Stunning L.A. Farmhouse-and It's a World Away From Ex Ben Affleck's $68 Million Mansion

Jennifer Garner shares a tour of her custom-built Los Angeles home, emphasizing privacy and her pride in creating the space for her and her children. [ more ]
ArchDaily
2 weeks ago
NYC real estate

RDO House / Cechvala Architects

The RDO family house successfully integrates maximum privacy with an open and inviting design, notably around the central oak tree. [ more ]
designboom | architecture & design magazine
2 weeks ago
Design

concrete blocks with grid-like interventions wrap laboratorio de arquitectura's mexico house

Casa Catedral exemplifies material honesty through its modular concrete block design, maximizing aesthetics and functionality without cladding. [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
5 days ago
Design

Minimal Home In Tokyo Features Wooden Louvers To Deliver Privacy & An Organic Ambiance To Its Residents - Yanko Design

House in Aoyama, designed by Keiji Ashizawa, emphasizes privacy and acoustic resilience through the use of concrete and louvres inspired by Kyoto townhouses. [ more ]
SFGATE
1 week ago
Writing

Jennifer Garner Shows Off Her Stunning L.A. Farmhouse-and It's a World Away From Ex Ben Affleck's $68 Million Mansion

Jennifer Garner shares a tour of her custom-built Los Angeles home, emphasizing privacy and her pride in creating the space for her and her children. [ more ]
ArchDaily
2 weeks ago
NYC real estate

RDO House / Cechvala Architects

The RDO family house successfully integrates maximum privacy with an open and inviting design, notably around the central oak tree. [ more ]
designboom | architecture & design magazine
2 weeks ago
Design

concrete blocks with grid-like interventions wrap laboratorio de arquitectura's mexico house

Casa Catedral exemplifies material honesty through its modular concrete block design, maximizing aesthetics and functionality without cladding. [ more ]
morearchitecture
#active-listening
PCWorld
6 days ago
Tech industry

Do smartphones eavesdrop on conversations? New evidence says yes

Smartphones and smart devices may listen in on conversations for targeted advertising, raising serious privacy concerns. [ more ]
Geeky Gadgets
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

How to Stop Your iPhone From Listening to Your Conversations

Privacy is a major concern for smartphone users due to potential data misuse by apps.
Active listening software might allow apps to gather information from conversations, impacting user privacy. [ more ]
Mashable India
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

It's confirmed! Phones Recording Conversations Leaves Netizens Furious; 'Scares Me To Death'

Smartphones may listen to our conversations, enabling targeted ads, raising significant privacy concerns. [ more ]
The New York Sun
1 week ago
Tech industry

In New Leak, Facebook Partner Brags About Listening to Phone Conversations To Serve Up Ads: Report

Advertisers may be using mobile devices to eavesdrop on users to target ads more effectively, raising serious privacy concerns. [ more ]
Inc.com
1 week ago
Tech industry

Some Marketers Are Keeping Their Ears Open--on Your Phone

Cox Media Group has allegedly marketed a service that targets ads based on conversations picked up by smartphone microphones. [ more ]
404 Media
2 weeks ago
Marketing tech

Here's the Pitch Deck for 'Active Listening' Ad Targeting

Cox Media Group can target ads based on potential customers' spoken words captured by microphones. [ more ]
PCWorld
6 days ago
Tech industry

Do smartphones eavesdrop on conversations? New evidence says yes

Smartphones and smart devices may listen in on conversations for targeted advertising, raising serious privacy concerns. [ more ]
Geeky Gadgets
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

How to Stop Your iPhone From Listening to Your Conversations

Privacy is a major concern for smartphone users due to potential data misuse by apps.
Active listening software might allow apps to gather information from conversations, impacting user privacy. [ more ]
Mashable India
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

It's confirmed! Phones Recording Conversations Leaves Netizens Furious; 'Scares Me To Death'

Smartphones may listen to our conversations, enabling targeted ads, raising significant privacy concerns. [ more ]
The New York Sun
1 week ago
Tech industry

In New Leak, Facebook Partner Brags About Listening to Phone Conversations To Serve Up Ads: Report

Advertisers may be using mobile devices to eavesdrop on users to target ads more effectively, raising serious privacy concerns. [ more ]
Inc.com
1 week ago
Tech industry

Some Marketers Are Keeping Their Ears Open--on Your Phone

Cox Media Group has allegedly marketed a service that targets ads based on conversations picked up by smartphone microphones. [ more ]
404 Media
2 weeks ago
Marketing tech

Here's the Pitch Deck for 'Active Listening' Ad Targeting

Cox Media Group can target ads based on potential customers' spoken words captured by microphones. [ more ]
moreactive-listening
Engadget
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Microsoft joins coalition to scrub revenge and deepfake porn from Bing

Microsoft and StopNCII tackle non-consensual intimate images and deepfakes effectively for victims of privacy violations. [ more ]
The Verge
1 week ago
Black Lives Matter

Flic is ready to control all your Matter devices

Shortcut Labs has made its Flic Hub LR and Mini Matter controllers, enhancing smart home freedom without reliance on major tech companies. [ more ]
#bitcoin
Bitcoin Magazine - Bitcoin News, Articles and Expert Insights
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Choose Privacy

Privacy in Bitcoin was inadequately addressed by Satoshi, necessitating further developments for user anonymity. [ more ]
Bitcoin Magazine - Bitcoin News, Articles and Expert Insights
1 week ago
Cryptocurrency

Privacy and Pain: Craig Raw, Creator Of Sparrow Wallet, On Self-Custody

Understanding Bitcoin's UTXO model and addressing privacy is crucial for effective Bitcoin management. [ more ]
Bitcoin Magazine - Bitcoin News, Articles and Expert Insights
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Choose Privacy

Privacy in Bitcoin was inadequately addressed by Satoshi, necessitating further developments for user anonymity. [ more ]
Bitcoin Magazine - Bitcoin News, Articles and Expert Insights
1 week ago
Cryptocurrency

Privacy and Pain: Craig Raw, Creator Of Sparrow Wallet, On Self-Custody

Understanding Bitcoin's UTXO model and addressing privacy is crucial for effective Bitcoin management. [ more ]
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Bustle
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

These 3 Zodiac Signs Are The Most Private

The most private zodiac signs value privacy and often struggle to open up emotionally. [ more ]
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Social Media Today
1 week ago
Marketing

Snapchat Is Adding Sponsored Snaps To Expands Its Ad Opportunities

Sponsored Snaps allow advertisers to effectively engage customers throughout the purchasing funnel, from awareness to conversion. [ more ]
Tech Times
1 week ago
Marketing

Cox Media Group Reveals Its 'Active Listening' Software Spies on User Convos, Clients Include Meta, Google

Cox Media Group admitted to using 'Active Listening' software to gather data from user conversations for targeted advertising. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Yes, it sounds like a conspiracy theory. But maybe our phones really are listening to us | Arwa Mahdawi

Brands don't need to listen actively, but companies are seeking new ways to mine voice data for ad targeting. [ more ]
InsideEVs
1 week ago
Cars

Ford Patents A Way To Bring Ads Inside Your Car

Ford has patented a system for personalized in-car ads, raising privacy concerns about monitoring passenger interactions and vehicle data. [ more ]
New York Post
1 week ago
Tech industry

Marketing firm used by Facebook, Google spies on you using your phone's microphone: report

Smartphones can actively listen to users, collecting audio data for targeted advertising according to a report. [ more ]
The Drum
1 week ago
Marketing

The cookie question: what should advertisers be doing?

Advertisers must adapt strategies to account for a future without third-party cookies, focusing on privacy and first-party data. [ more ]
Social Media Today
1 week ago
Marketing

Snapchat Is Adding Sponsored Snaps To Expands Its Ad Opportunities

Sponsored Snaps allow advertisers to effectively engage customers throughout the purchasing funnel, from awareness to conversion. [ more ]
Tech Times
1 week ago
Marketing

Cox Media Group Reveals Its 'Active Listening' Software Spies on User Convos, Clients Include Meta, Google

Cox Media Group admitted to using 'Active Listening' software to gather data from user conversations for targeted advertising. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Yes, it sounds like a conspiracy theory. But maybe our phones really are listening to us | Arwa Mahdawi

Brands don't need to listen actively, but companies are seeking new ways to mine voice data for ad targeting. [ more ]
InsideEVs
1 week ago
Cars

Ford Patents A Way To Bring Ads Inside Your Car

Ford has patented a system for personalized in-car ads, raising privacy concerns about monitoring passenger interactions and vehicle data. [ more ]
New York Post
1 week ago
Tech industry

Marketing firm used by Facebook, Google spies on you using your phone's microphone: report

Smartphones can actively listen to users, collecting audio data for targeted advertising according to a report. [ more ]
The Drum
1 week ago
Marketing

The cookie question: what should advertisers be doing?

Advertisers must adapt strategies to account for a future without third-party cookies, focusing on privacy and first-party data. [ more ]
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Google
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Make back to school season easier with these AI features

Google introduces new AI features for education to enhance learning experiences while ensuring privacy and security for students. [ more ]
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LaptopMag
1 week ago
Digital life

'Is my phone listening to me?': Fears spark after marketing company claims to access mic data

Cox Media Group's Active Listening service claims to target consumers based on overheard conversations, raising privacy concerns. [ more ]
The Drum
1 week ago
Marketing tech

When authentication falls short: Myths and realities in advertising ID solutions

The IAB Tech Lab's ID Solutions guide clarifies the identity solution landscape and debunks privacy myths.
Standardization in identity solutions is crucial for clarity and effective compliance. [ more ]
LaptopMag
1 week ago
Digital life

'Is my phone listening to me?': Fears spark after marketing company claims to access mic data

Cox Media Group's Active Listening service claims to target consumers based on overheard conversations, raising privacy concerns. [ more ]
The Drum
1 week ago
Marketing tech

When authentication falls short: Myths and realities in advertising ID solutions

The IAB Tech Lab's ID Solutions guide clarifies the identity solution landscape and debunks privacy myths.
Standardization in identity solutions is crucial for clarity and effective compliance. [ more ]
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Theregister
1 week ago
EU data protection

Data watchdog fines Clearview AI $33M

Clearview AI was fined €30.5 million for illegally collecting images without consent, highlighting privacy concerns surrounding facial recognition technology. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
Writing

Miss Manners: Nobody acknowledges that it's a very intrusive question

Breastfeeding discussions can be intrusive and uncomfortable, prompting Miss Manners to suggest witty comebacks or dismissive stares as responses. [ more ]
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TechCrunch
1 week ago
Digital life

Want to branch out beyond Google? Here are some search engines worth checking out | TechCrunch

Google's dominance has prompted legal scrutiny and a rise in alternative search engines prioritizing privacy and user experience. [ more ]
CNET
1 week ago
Digital life

Google Isn't the Only Search Engine. Try These 5 Others Instead

A federal judge ruled Google maintains an illegal monopoly in search, creating a potential shift towards alternative search engines. [ more ]
TechCrunch
1 week ago
Digital life

Want to branch out beyond Google? Here are some search engines worth checking out | TechCrunch

Google's dominance has prompted legal scrutiny and a rise in alternative search engines prioritizing privacy and user experience. [ more ]
CNET
1 week ago
Digital life

Google Isn't the Only Search Engine. Try These 5 Others Instead

A federal judge ruled Google maintains an illegal monopoly in search, creating a potential shift towards alternative search engines. [ more ]
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www.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
Writing

Miss Manners: She won't move her dead son's car. Can I call the cops on her?

Offer support and practical help to neighbors in difficult situations instead of escalating matters.
Respect individuals' privacy and avoid making assumptions about their personal circumstances. [ more ]
Engadget
1 year ago
Digital life

The best MacBook accessories for 2023 | Engadget

Good accessories can rejuvenate an old MacBook and improve the experience with newer models.
Quality webcams like the Logitech Brio 500 are crucial for enhancing video calls. [ more ]
ZDNET
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

LibreOffice now removes personal data from documents. Why that matters

LibreOffice enhances document security by allowing users to strip personal metadata before sharing. [ more ]
Social Media Today
2 weeks ago
Business intelligence

Meta Adds Labels to Business Chats in Messenger

Meta is clarifying data collection in Messenger business chats with new labels for user awareness. [ more ]
Engadget
2 weeks ago
Digital life

How to use a VPN on your iPhone

Using a VPN on your iPhone enhances privacy and security while allowing access to global content, but choosing a reliable service is crucial. [ more ]
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