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UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 hour ago

Wagatha Christie battle appears to come to an end after latest costs ruling

Mrs Vardy lost a high-profile libel case against Mrs Rooney over alleged leaks to the press, and must pay significant legal fees.
fromIndependent
14 hours ago
Privacy professionals

'My body had been violated and then a court ordered the violation of my mind. I'm still not over that'

Therapist notes can impact legal cases, potentially working against victims rather than helping them.
#irs
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Trump news at a glance: reports of IRS data deal spark fears for undocumented migrant workers

IRS may allow immigration officials to access tax data for deportation efforts, raising privacy concerns.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Trump news at a glance: reports of IRS data deal spark fears for undocumented migrant workers

IRS may allow immigration officials to access tax data for deportation efforts, raising privacy concerns.
more#irs
#surveillance
Privacy professionals
fromwww.dw.com
7 months ago

EU plan to combat online child abuse sparks privacy concern DW 10/02/2024

The draft EU law may unintentionally lead to increased surveillance under the guise of combating child sexual abuse.
Privacy professionals
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 months ago

Is your car spying on you? What it means that Tesla shared data after Las Vegas Cybertruck explosion

Tesla's detailed data collection raises significant privacy concerns as vehicles become more like computers, highlighting the balance between security and personal privacy.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Apple's appeal against UK's secret iCloud backdoor order must be held in public, rights groups urge | TechCrunch

Privacy rights groups urge public hearing for Apple's challenge against U.K. surveillance order on encrypted iCloud service.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Should benefit claimants risk having their bank accounts spied upon and driving licences revoked? I don't think so | Neil Duncan-Jordan

The government plans to implement mass surveillance on welfare recipients, potentially infringing on their privacy rights.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.dw.com
7 months ago

EU plan to combat online child abuse sparks privacy concern DW 10/02/2024

The draft EU law may unintentionally lead to increased surveillance under the guise of combating child sexual abuse.
Privacy professionals
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 months ago

Is your car spying on you? What it means that Tesla shared data after Las Vegas Cybertruck explosion

Tesla's detailed data collection raises significant privacy concerns as vehicles become more like computers, highlighting the balance between security and personal privacy.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Apple's appeal against UK's secret iCloud backdoor order must be held in public, rights groups urge | TechCrunch

Privacy rights groups urge public hearing for Apple's challenge against U.K. surveillance order on encrypted iCloud service.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Should benefit claimants risk having their bank accounts spied upon and driving licences revoked? I don't think so | Neil Duncan-Jordan

The government plans to implement mass surveillance on welfare recipients, potentially infringing on their privacy rights.
more#surveillance
#age-verification
more#age-verification
#public-records
Privacy professionals
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Seattle officers who attended Jan. 6 rally ask US Supreme Court to keep their identities anonymous

Seattle police officers involved in January 6 rally seek anonymity in legal proceedings to safeguard their privacy and free speech.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago
Film

US: Gene Hackman image publication blocked by court DW 03/31/2025

A judge in New Mexico has blocked the release of public records regarding the deaths of actor Gene Hackman and his wife for privacy reasons.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Seattle officers who attended Jan. 6 rally ask US Supreme Court to keep their identities anonymous

Seattle police officers involved in January 6 rally seek anonymity in legal proceedings to safeguard their privacy and free speech.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago
Film

US: Gene Hackman image publication blocked by court DW 03/31/2025

A judge in New Mexico has blocked the release of public records regarding the deaths of actor Gene Hackman and his wife for privacy reasons.
more#public-records
#fourth-amendment
EU data protection
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

Cops can't do cell tower mass surveillance 'dumps,' court rules

Nevada judge rules tower dumps unconstitutional but allows their use as evidence, raising privacy concerns.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
5 months ago
Privacy professionals

EFF to Second Circuit: Electronic Device Searches at the Border Require a Warrant

Warrant requirements for border searches of electronic devices are essential to protect privacy rights, as highlighted by EFF's ongoing legal efforts.
EU data protection
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

Cops can't do cell tower mass surveillance 'dumps,' court rules

Nevada judge rules tower dumps unconstitutional but allows their use as evidence, raising privacy concerns.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
5 months ago
Privacy professionals

EFF to Second Circuit: Electronic Device Searches at the Border Require a Warrant

Warrant requirements for border searches of electronic devices are essential to protect privacy rights, as highlighted by EFF's ongoing legal efforts.
more#fourth-amendment
UK news
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Conor McGregor told police he became aware he and his fiancee had been secretly filmed only after his sister saw it online

Investigations continue into the alleged recording of Conor McGregor and his fiancée in a private setting.
#targeted-advertising
EU data protection
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Meta settles UK 'right to object to ad-tracking' lawsuit by agreeing not to track plaintiff | TechCrunch

Tanya O'Carroll secured a settlement with Meta, preventing them from using her data for targeted advertising.
The case sets a precedent for others to object to direct marketing by tech companies.
Marketing tech
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 weeks ago

Meta settles lawsuit over surveillance business model | Computer Weekly

Meta will halt using Tanya O'Carroll's personal data for targeted ads, marking a significant legal milestone for privacy rights in the UK.
Marketing tech
frompcgamer
1 month ago

'It's a bittersweet victory': Meta has been forced to stop ad-tracking one individual in the UK after settling a years-long court case

Targeted advertising can feel invasive, but legal action against companies like Meta shows individuals can fight back effectively.
EU data protection
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Meta settles UK 'right to object to ad-tracking' lawsuit by agreeing not to track plaintiff | TechCrunch

Tanya O'Carroll secured a settlement with Meta, preventing them from using her data for targeted advertising.
The case sets a precedent for others to object to direct marketing by tech companies.
Marketing tech
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 weeks ago

Meta settles lawsuit over surveillance business model | Computer Weekly

Meta will halt using Tanya O'Carroll's personal data for targeted ads, marking a significant legal milestone for privacy rights in the UK.
Marketing tech
frompcgamer
1 month ago

'It's a bittersweet victory': Meta has been forced to stop ad-tracking one individual in the UK after settling a years-long court case

Targeted advertising can feel invasive, but legal action against companies like Meta shows individuals can fight back effectively.
more#targeted-advertising
#gene-hackman
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Gene Hackman estate goes to court to prevent release of autopsy pictures

Gene Hackman's estate seeks to block public release of autopsy and investigative reports to protect family privacy.
Authorities confirmed Gene Hackman died of heart complications, while his wife succumbed to a rare disease.
Pets
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

New body camera footage reveals scene outside Gene Hackman's home after he was found dead

Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa were found dead, with the initial investigation revealing no suspicious circumstances or forced entry.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago
Law

Judge weighs request to withhold investigation records in deaths of Gene Hackman and wife

The New Mexico court may block the release of records related to the deaths of actor Gene Hackman and his wife to protect family privacy.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
US news

Gene Hackman's estate asks court to block release of death investigation records

New Mexico's open records law limits public access to sensitive images, including autopsy photos of deceased individuals.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Gene Hackman estate goes to court to prevent release of autopsy pictures

Gene Hackman's estate seeks to block public release of autopsy and investigative reports to protect family privacy.
Authorities confirmed Gene Hackman died of heart complications, while his wife succumbed to a rare disease.
Pets
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

New body camera footage reveals scene outside Gene Hackman's home after he was found dead

Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa were found dead, with the initial investigation revealing no suspicious circumstances or forced entry.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago
Law

Judge weighs request to withhold investigation records in deaths of Gene Hackman and wife

The New Mexico court may block the release of records related to the deaths of actor Gene Hackman and his wife to protect family privacy.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
US news

Gene Hackman's estate asks court to block release of death investigation records

New Mexico's open records law limits public access to sensitive images, including autopsy photos of deceased individuals.
more#gene-hackman
#23andme
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

23andMe Bankruptcy Leaves Troves of Genetic Data at Risk

23andMe's bankruptcy raises concerns about the security of sensitive user data and highlights a gap in genetic privacy laws.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
EU data protection

State official reminds 23andMe customers they can tell embattled firm to delete their data

California residents have the right to request the deletion of their genetic data from 23andMe.
23andMe is currently facing financial difficulties, raising concerns over user data security.
EU data protection
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

State official reminds 23andMe customers they can tell embattled firm to delete their data

California residents have the right to request the deletion of their genetic data from 23andMe.
23andMe is currently facing financial difficulties, raising concerns over user data security.
more#23andme
#civil-liberties
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

UK's secret iCloud backdoor order triggers civil rights challenge | TechCrunch

The U.K. government's demand for Apple to compromise iCloud encryption faces challenges from civil rights groups citing privacy concerns.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
5 months ago
Privacy professionals

EFF Tells the Second Circuit a Second Time That Electronic Device Searches at the Border Require a Warrant

Warrantless border searches of electronic devices violate the Fourth Amendment, as advocated by EFF and civil liberties organizations.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

UK's secret iCloud backdoor order triggers civil rights challenge | TechCrunch

The U.K. government's demand for Apple to compromise iCloud encryption faces challenges from civil rights groups citing privacy concerns.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
5 months ago
Privacy professionals

EFF Tells the Second Circuit a Second Time That Electronic Device Searches at the Border Require a Warrant

Warrantless border searches of electronic devices violate the Fourth Amendment, as advocated by EFF and civil liberties organizations.
more#civil-liberties
Law
fromABA Journal
2 months ago

DNA evidence in open cases explored in ABC reality series

CeCe Moore demonstrates how genetic genealogy aids in solving cold cases while sparking debate on privacy versus justice.
Law
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Judge calls Blake Lively's subpoenas for Justin Baldoni's phone records 'overly intrusive'

Judge rules against Lively's subpoena for Baldoni's phone records, deeming it overly intrusive and not relevant to the case.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Germany: 3 convicted in Michael Schumacher blackmail plot DW 02/13/2025

Three men were convicted for attempting to blackmail Michael Schumacher's family, with serious implications for privacy and security.
Miscellaneous
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

Ron Wyden Isn't Shy About Calling it a Coup

Senator Ron Wyden emphasizes the importance of accountability and transparency in governmental actions during turbulent political events.
Privacy technologies
fromDatabreaches
2 months ago

Attorney General James Releases Statement on DOGE Access to Sensitive Personal Information

14 state attorneys general are challenging the Treasury's decision to grant Musk access to sensitive personally identifiable information.
#gdpr
fromComputerworld
3 months ago
EU data protection

GDPR authorities accused of 'inactivity'

GDPR enforcement is ineffective due to prolonged proceedings and low fine issuance.
Data protection authorities prioritize corporate interests over individual rights in enforcement.
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago
EU data protection

EU court fines European Commission for breaching its own data privacy laws | TechCrunch

The European Commission was ordered to pay €400 for violating data protection laws by improperly sharing personal data of a German citizen.
fromComputerworld
3 months ago
EU data protection

GDPR authorities accused of 'inactivity'

GDPR enforcement is ineffective due to prolonged proceedings and low fine issuance.
Data protection authorities prioritize corporate interests over individual rights in enforcement.
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago
EU data protection

EU court fines European Commission for breaching its own data privacy laws | TechCrunch

The European Commission was ordered to pay €400 for violating data protection laws by improperly sharing personal data of a German citizen.
more#gdpr
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Indo Daily: The real winners and losers in the Prince Harry lawsuit?

Prince Harry's legal battle with NGN ends in a significant settlement, highlighting issues of privacy and media ethics.
The settlement avoids a public trial that could have exposed more about unlawful media practices.
#data-protection
Artificial intelligence
fromITPro
5 months ago

AI recruitment tools are still a privacy nightmare - here's how the ICO plans to crack down on misuse

The ICO has highlighted significant privacy concerns regarding AI recruitment tools and issued nearly 300 recommendations to ensure fair data processing.
fromDatabreaches
4 months ago
EU data protection

India's Digital Data Protection Framework: Safety, Trust and Resilience

India prioritizes personal data protection through the DPDP Act, enhancing citizen safety in a digitally transforming governance landscape.
Artificial intelligence
fromITPro
5 months ago

AI recruitment tools are still a privacy nightmare - here's how the ICO plans to crack down on misuse

The ICO has highlighted significant privacy concerns regarding AI recruitment tools and issued nearly 300 recommendations to ensure fair data processing.
fromDatabreaches
4 months ago
EU data protection

India's Digital Data Protection Framework: Safety, Trust and Resilience

India prioritizes personal data protection through the DPDP Act, enhancing citizen safety in a digitally transforming governance landscape.
more#data-protection
Miscellaneous
fromYahoo News
4 months ago

Why you may have received a direct deposit from Facebook

Meta has made direct payments to settle a class-action lawsuit regarding unauthorized use of Facebook photos in advertising.
fromSlate Magazine
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Can We Please Move On From the Barron Trump "Sootcase" Clip?

The viral nature of TikTok content often intertwines humor with personal stories, revealing a cultural fascination with public figures' families.
Barron Trump's viral moment sparks discussions on privacy rights for children of politicians amidst their public personas.
Miscellaneous
fromTheregister
6 months ago

Worker surveillance must comply with credit reporting rules

The CFPB emphasizes that third-party employment reports must meet FCRA consent and transparency standards to protect workers from surveillance and algorithmic bias.
fromwww.ocregister.com
6 months ago
Education

Privacy concerns raised over policy requiring California high school students to scan a QR code before using the bathroom

Edison High School's new bathroom policy raises student privacy concerns.
Tracking restroom visits might violate students' rights.
Guidelines aim to enhance safety during emergencies.
Education
fromAdvocate.com
7 months ago

Pennsylvania schools are putting in windows in gender-inclusive restrooms so teachers can monitor students

The South Western School District's installation of windows in gender-inclusive restrooms has sparked privacy concerns and criticism from advocacy groups.
Privacy professionals
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
7 months ago

EFF Awards Night: Celebrating Digital Rights Founders Advancing Free Speech and Access to Information Around the World

Technology and digital rights advocates are vital for ensuring privacy, free speech, and access to information globally amid increasing political and economic challenges.
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