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.
Snapchat Can Use Images of Your Face in Ads
Snapchat can use users' selfies in targeted ads if they agree to the "My Selfie" feature.
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.
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.
Snapchat Can Use Images of Your Face in Ads
Snapchat can use users' selfies in targeted ads if they agree to the "My Selfie" feature.
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.
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.
Shocking leak from huge advertiser suggests your phone really is listening to your conversations
Smartphones may collect audio data for targeted advertisements, raising privacy concerns about how advertisers access user information.
Facebook and Instagram users are fuming over AI move - how to opt-out
Meta is facing backlash for training AI with user data from Instagram and Facebook in the UK, leading to privacy concerns among users.
Meta's going to put AI-generated images in your Facebook and Instagram feeds
Meta is adding AI-generated images to personalize user feeds on Instagram and Facebook.
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.
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.
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.
Shocking leak from huge advertiser suggests your phone really is listening to your conversations
Smartphones may collect audio data for targeted advertisements, raising privacy concerns about how advertisers access user information.
Facebook and Instagram users are fuming over AI move - how to opt-out
Meta is facing backlash for training AI with user data from Instagram and Facebook in the UK, leading to privacy concerns among users.
Meta's going to put AI-generated images in your Facebook and Instagram feeds
Meta is adding AI-generated images to personalize user feeds on Instagram and Facebook.
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.
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.
Security News: App Location Data Is a Privacy Nightmare, iOS 18.1.1, and more
Location tracking apps can compromise individual privacy by allowing third parties to track movements and sell the data publicly.
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.
Digital ID Isn't for Everybody, and That's Okay
Digital IDs may require more frequent sharing in various situations, raising privacy issues.
The convenience of digital IDs must be weighed against potential privacy risks.
The need for safeguards in digital ID technology is essential, but choice must remain.
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.
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.
Security News: App Location Data Is a Privacy Nightmare, iOS 18.1.1, and more
Location tracking apps can compromise individual privacy by allowing third parties to track movements and sell the data publicly.
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.
Digital ID Isn't for Everybody, and That's Okay
Digital IDs may require more frequent sharing in various situations, raising privacy issues.
The convenience of digital IDs must be weighed against potential privacy risks.
The need for safeguards in digital ID technology is essential, but choice must remain.
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.
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.
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.
Terrifying Watch Dogs-Like Smart Glasses Make It Possible To Dox Strangers On The Street
Two students developed tech that identifies strangers using smart glasses, showcasing potential future risks with consumer facial recognition.
College students used Meta's smart glasses to doxx people in real time
Smart glasses paired with facial recognition can reveal personal information instantly, highlighting privacy concerns.
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.
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.
Terrifying Watch Dogs-Like Smart Glasses Make It Possible To Dox Strangers On The Street
Two students developed tech that identifies strangers using smart glasses, showcasing potential future risks with consumer facial recognition.
College students used Meta's smart glasses to doxx people in real time
Smart glasses paired with facial recognition can reveal personal information instantly, highlighting privacy concerns.
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.
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.
Business records on 100M+ people swiped, put up for sale
Over 183 million records of personal and employment information were stolen and are now for sale, sourced from public data by a broker.
Many 'undercover' officers in lawsuit over LAPD photos are just regular cops, city admits
Los Angeles admits that most undercover LAPD officers are not in sensitive roles, amidst a lawsuit over leaked officer information.
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.
UN cybercrime convention will 'legitimize' authoritarian nations' cyber behavior, senators warn
Democratic senators are alarmed about a UN cybercrime treaty potentially legitimizing repressive policies of authoritarian regimes.
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.
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.
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.
Self-Driving Taxi Passenger Clutches Dog as Hoodlums Tag Graffiti on Vehicle
Growing public backlash against Waymo robotaxis reveals serious safety and privacy concerns despite advancements in autonomous technology.
I found my coworker's OnlyFans account. Do I tell them?
Discretion is crucial when encountering someone's alt content; focus on harmlessness determines whether to discuss it or not.
ZIP Codes: The Simple Fix For Advertising ROI Measurement | AdExchanger
Geographic incrementality experiments using DMAs provide a reliable way to measure advertising effectiveness amidst privacy challenges.
Merrion Hotel wins planning battle as the council rejects hotel and apartment scheme by Eamon Waters firm
The proposed six-storey hotel and apartment development was rejected due to concerns over its potential negative impact on the neighboring Merrion Hotel.
Marques Brownlee says 'I hear you' after fans criticize his new wallpaper app
Marques Brownlee is addressing backlash over his new wallpaper app, Panels, focusing on pricing concerns and privacy issues raised by users.
Cash Is Still King, Consumers Would Prefer to Use Money Over CBDCs: Deutsche Bank
Consumers are skeptical about CBDCs, with only 16% believing they will become mainstream.
Ethical Online Exam Proctoring: 6 Guiding Principles And Best Practices
Embedding ethics into online exam proctoring practices is crucial for addressing concerns about privacy and equity raised by students and stakeholders.
Ford's advertising patent suggests listening to in-car conversations for personalized ads
Automakers are increasingly considering user data monetization, with Ford's patent potentially undermining the privacy of in-vehicle conversations.
Cyberattack compromises and shuts down Highline Public Schools
Highline Public Schools faced a significant cyberattack, highlighting vulnerabilities of educational institutions due to sensitive personal data.
Harriette Cole: Is going on this reality show a bad idea?
Weigh the impact of reality TV on your privacy and relationships against the opportunity for personal growth.
Apple roasted over new iPhone 16 feature that Google released 7 years ago
Apple's new iPhone 16 feature is not groundbreaking, as existing technologies like Google Lens offer similar capabilities.
Critics voice skepticism about Apple's privacy claims and the originality of its new features.
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Users may receive alerts about unusual network activity to verify their identity as non-robots.
Understanding browser settings is crucial for ensuring smooth access to online services.
Adrian Weckler: Stephen Donnelly's plan for online age limits for social media will fail
Health Minister Stephen Donnelly's proposal to restrict social media use for those under 16 may be well-intentioned but is unlikely to be practically feasible.