Owners of houses made famous by 'Sex and the City' and 'Breaking Bad' say living there is tough - and they've had enough
Famous properties from TV shows are facing increased privacy challenges as owners seek to manage fan interactions.
GM settles charges it shared driver location data
General Motors has settled with the FTC over privacy concerns regarding the discontinued Smart Driver program, which collected precise geolocation data without informed consent.
Meta launches its AI chatbot in the UK on Facebook and Instagram
Meta has launched its AI assistant in the UK, integrating advanced features into social media platforms, amidst ongoing regulatory challenges in the EU.
Meta's crackdown on adult content fails to stop AI nudify apps from flourishing
The ban on adult content on Meta platforms is ineffective against the advertising of AI-generated nudity apps like Crush AI.
If AI takes over social media, is it still social media? | CBC News
Meta's new direction involves integrating AI-generated characters into the social media experience, leading to concerns about the authenticity of online connections.
Need to recover your Facebook or Instagram account? Meta has a new trick for that
Meta reintroduces facial recognition for easier account recovery through video selfies, enhancing user security and privacy.
Meta launches its AI chatbot in the UK on Facebook and Instagram
Meta has launched its AI assistant in the UK, integrating advanced features into social media platforms, amidst ongoing regulatory challenges in the EU.
Meta's crackdown on adult content fails to stop AI nudify apps from flourishing
The ban on adult content on Meta platforms is ineffective against the advertising of AI-generated nudity apps like Crush AI.
If AI takes over social media, is it still social media? | CBC News
Meta's new direction involves integrating AI-generated characters into the social media experience, leading to concerns about the authenticity of online connections.
Need to recover your Facebook or Instagram account? Meta has a new trick for that
Meta reintroduces facial recognition for easier account recovery through video selfies, enhancing user security and privacy.
Strava gives away locations of Biden, Trump and Harris, newspaper says
Highly confidential movements of world leaders can be tracked through the Strava app used by their bodyguards, raising serious security concerns.
Federal departments have green light to advertise on TikTok despite security concerns | CBC News
The Canadian government continues to advertise on TikTok, despite security warnings about the platform, leading to confusion over its safety for users.
Australia Moves Step Closer To Banning Young Children From Social Media
Australia's new bill bans children under 16 from social media, making platforms liable for fines for not enforcing age restrictions.
X opens public posts to blocked accounts
X's new blocking policy allows blocked accounts to view public posts, raising safety concerns especially for victims of abuse.
Elon Musk's X rolls out 'block' changes that lets blocked users see your posts
X's new block feature allows blocked users to see posts and profiles, raising privacy and safety concerns among users.
X Rival Bluesky Gains 1.2 Million New Users in 2 Days | Entrepreneur
X's new blocking feature prompted a user exodus to Bluesky, which gained over half a million users in a single day.
Strava gives away locations of Biden, Trump and Harris, newspaper says
Highly confidential movements of world leaders can be tracked through the Strava app used by their bodyguards, raising serious security concerns.
Federal departments have green light to advertise on TikTok despite security concerns | CBC News
The Canadian government continues to advertise on TikTok, despite security warnings about the platform, leading to confusion over its safety for users.
Australia Moves Step Closer To Banning Young Children From Social Media
Australia's new bill bans children under 16 from social media, making platforms liable for fines for not enforcing age restrictions.
X opens public posts to blocked accounts
X's new blocking policy allows blocked accounts to view public posts, raising safety concerns especially for victims of abuse.
Elon Musk's X rolls out 'block' changes that lets blocked users see your posts
X's new block feature allows blocked users to see posts and profiles, raising privacy and safety concerns among users.
X Rival Bluesky Gains 1.2 Million New Users in 2 Days | Entrepreneur
X's new blocking feature prompted a user exodus to Bluesky, which gained over half a million users in a single day.
Is Your Hotel Room Bugged? Search These Places For Hidden Cameras or Mics
Regularly inspect your hotel room for hidden surveillance devices to ensure privacy and safety.
The CES worst in show awards lampoon AI everthing
CES showcased both innovative and excessive technology.
The awards highlighted failures in repairability, sustainability, and privacy.
Advocates addressed concerns about the environmental impact of certain tech.
Help! I Think My Boyfriend's "Funny Family Tradition" Might Have Been a Secret Fetish.
Engaging in familial traditions can strengthen bonds, but participants should consider personal comfort and boundaries regarding privacy and social norms.
Your Next AI Wearable Will Listen to Everything All the Time
AI-enabled wearables are now always listening to help users organize their lives, marking a significant shift in personal technology.
UK government announces tender for live facial recognition technology
The UK government is investing in live facial recognition technology for policing, despite human rights concerns and no legal framework in place.
Apple's new AI could broach sensitive data, experts warn - take these steps to protect your privacy
Apple Intelligence raises major privacy concerns by potentially accessing sensitive banking, financial, and location data, prompting experts to urge caution in its use.
Tony Fadell-backed Plumerai brings on-device AI to home security cameras | TechCrunch
Harvard students' project raises privacy concerns about facial recognition technology and its integration with everyday devices.
Microsoft's Recall resurfaces in limited preview
Microsoft's Windows Recall system, aimed at enhancing productivity, faces significant privacy and security concerns leading to a limited public preview release.
'Nudify' bots to create naked AI images in seconds rampant on Telegram: 'Nightmarish scenario'
AI chatbots on Telegram are generating explicit images of real individuals, raising major ethical concerns.
The accessibility of AI tools risks devastating consequences for women and young girls.
Microsoft says patch installation stops Recall snapshots
Windows Insiders faced issues saving snapshots with Recall due to a non-security preview update, advising caution until resolved in future updates.
Apple's new AI could broach sensitive data, experts warn - take these steps to protect your privacy
Apple Intelligence raises major privacy concerns by potentially accessing sensitive banking, financial, and location data, prompting experts to urge caution in its use.
Tony Fadell-backed Plumerai brings on-device AI to home security cameras | TechCrunch
Harvard students' project raises privacy concerns about facial recognition technology and its integration with everyday devices.
Microsoft's Recall resurfaces in limited preview
Microsoft's Windows Recall system, aimed at enhancing productivity, faces significant privacy and security concerns leading to a limited public preview release.
'Nudify' bots to create naked AI images in seconds rampant on Telegram: 'Nightmarish scenario'
AI chatbots on Telegram are generating explicit images of real individuals, raising major ethical concerns.
The accessibility of AI tools risks devastating consequences for women and young girls.
Microsoft says patch installation stops Recall snapshots
Windows Insiders faced issues saving snapshots with Recall due to a non-security preview update, advising caution until resolved in future updates.
Senators call for watchdog to investigate TSA's use of facial recognition
A bipartisan group of lawmakers is urging an investigation into TSA's use of facial recognition technology due to concerns over privacy and data management.
Police seldom disclose use of facial recognition despite false arrests
Police use of facial recognition software leads to unnoticed arrests due to lack of disclosure, often resulting in unfair legal proceedings for defendants.
Senators call for watchdog to investigate TSA's use of facial recognition
A bipartisan group of lawmakers is urging an investigation into TSA's use of facial recognition technology due to concerns over privacy and data management.
Police seldom disclose use of facial recognition despite false arrests
Police use of facial recognition software leads to unnoticed arrests due to lack of disclosure, often resulting in unfair legal proceedings for defendants.
How to merge PDF files from the web, desktop, and command line
Merging PDF documents requires understanding of their complex structure and the tools available for effective merging.
A Year from Launch, Nano Marks the Release of 60+ Intent Personas to Help Buyers Combat Signal Loss
Nano's Intent Personas platform has successfully achieved over 60 distinct personas, revolutionizing audience targeting amidst growing consumer privacy concerns.
Are you tracking your health with a device? Here's what could happen with the data
Wearable technology offers health insights but poses significant privacy risks due to lack of regulation.
Berkeley's new network of license plate-reading cameras is mostly up. How's it going so far?
Berkeley's ALPR network has shown initial success in solving vehicle crimes, but privacy concerns persist.
Exclusive | Creepy NYC construction workers film, use binoculars to spy on female students in college dorm
Construction workers have been harassing female students at FIT by voyeuristically observing them through their dorm windows. This ongoing issue has drawn significant public attention.
Urgent warning to air fryer users - your gadget could be SPYING on you
Air fryers, popular for convenience, may compromise user privacy by requesting sensitive permissions and possibly spying on users.
Bay Area-based 23andMe says it will delete your DNA data. But not for years.
23andMe faces significant financial challenges and privacy concerns as CEO Anne Wojcicki seeks to possibly take the company private amidst customer anxiety over data security.
Apple's 'iPad-like' smart home plan hits a tired market
Consumer trust in technology is declining due to security concerns and ongoing digital transformation pressures.
Urgent warning to air fryer users - your gadget could be SPYING on you
Air fryers, popular for convenience, may compromise user privacy by requesting sensitive permissions and possibly spying on users.
Bay Area-based 23andMe says it will delete your DNA data. But not for years.
23andMe faces significant financial challenges and privacy concerns as CEO Anne Wojcicki seeks to possibly take the company private amidst customer anxiety over data security.
Apple's 'iPad-like' smart home plan hits a tired market
Consumer trust in technology is declining due to security concerns and ongoing digital transformation pressures.
Elon Musk turns X's block button into a "glorified mute button"
X is allowing blocked users to view public posts made by those who blocked them, raising user privacy concerns.
Can Grindr's AI Cupid help you find love?
Grindr is introducing an AI chatbot designed to facilitate online dating by proactively connecting users and planning dates.
PSNI launches action against 74 officers after bodycam arrest footage viewed 'illegitimately' nearly 250 times
Police officers misused body-worn video footage, accessing it improperly, raising serious concerns about privacy and ethical standards within the force.
Elon Musk wants you to submit medical data to his AI chatbot
Elon Musk encourages sharing medical images with Grok, but experts warn against privacy risks associated with such actions.
Biden, Trump, Harris and other leaders' confidential movements given away by fitness app Strava, French newspaper Le Monde says
High-profile leaders' movements tracked through a fitness app used by their security staff raises concerns about privacy and security.
UC Santa Cruz police seize phone of student suing over pro-Palestine expulsions
UC Santa Cruz police warrant to seize student phone raises concerns over privacy and retaliation against pro-Palestine protests.
Civil Rights Commission Pans Face Recognition Technology
The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights cautions against the federal government's use of face recognition technology due to its civil rights implications.
His daughter was murdered. Then she reappeared as an AI chatbot.
AI technology can create chatbots using sensitive personal information without consent, raising ethical concerns.
The incident reflects serious gaps in AI industry safety practices.
39% of consumers admit to using generative AI on a weekly basis
Privacy concerns are significant despite the increasing adoption of generative AI by consumers.
How smart TVs spy on you and harvest data
Smart TVs are increasingly infringing on viewer privacy by utilizing commercial surveillance techniques for targeted advertising.
Does Your School Use Suicide Prevention Software? We Want to Hear From You.
School districts are using monitoring software to protect students' mental health by detecting potential signs of suicide or self-harm through digital communications.
Mind Your Image Metadata | Stefanie Molin
Image metadata can contain sensitive information like GPS coordinates.
Sharing photos without understanding metadata risks can expose your private location details.
The "Whisperverse": The future of mobile computing is an AI voice inside your head
AI assistants will become integral to daily life, providing guidance and enhancing social interactions.
The blend of artificial intelligence and augmented reality will redefine mobile computing and personal capabilities.
Apple fixes password-blurting VoiceOver bug
Apple's iOS 18.0.1 update fixes serious security flaws affecting password safety and audio recording privacy, especially relevant for visually impaired users.
A new Ray-Ban Meta update adds reminders and voice messages
Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses now include reminders and enhanced AI interactivity, improving user experience. Features enable hands-free messaging and memory aids.