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Inside Ashley St. Clair's $15K-a-Month New York Apartment Where She Claims She Is Raising 'Elon Musk's 13th Child' After Baby Bombshell

Elon Musk has not publicly confirmed conservative author Ashley St. Clair's claim that he is the father of her 13th child.

EFF sues Elon Musk and DOGE to block their access to federal employee data

The EFF and federal unions are suing Elon Musk to block access to sensitive data from OPM.

Elon Musk's X agrees to pause EU data processing for training Grok | TechCrunch

Elon Musk's company agreed to halt using European's data for AI model training after GDPR concerns.

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.

Federal judge blocks DOGE from accessing sensitive Treasury records

A federal judge has temporarily blocked DOGE from accessing sensitive Treasury Department records, citing violations of authority and constitutional rights.

Coalition of US states to file lawsuit after Musk's DOGE gains access to Americans' personal data | TechCrunch

A coalition of states plans to sue to block Elon Musk's team from accessing sensitive federal payment systems.

Inside Ashley St. Clair's $15K-a-Month New York Apartment Where She Claims She Is Raising 'Elon Musk's 13th Child' After Baby Bombshell

Elon Musk has not publicly confirmed conservative author Ashley St. Clair's claim that he is the father of her 13th child.

EFF sues Elon Musk and DOGE to block their access to federal employee data

The EFF and federal unions are suing Elon Musk to block access to sensitive data from OPM.

Elon Musk's X agrees to pause EU data processing for training Grok | TechCrunch

Elon Musk's company agreed to halt using European's data for AI model training after GDPR concerns.

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.

Federal judge blocks DOGE from accessing sensitive Treasury records

A federal judge has temporarily blocked DOGE from accessing sensitive Treasury Department records, citing violations of authority and constitutional rights.

Coalition of US states to file lawsuit after Musk's DOGE gains access to Americans' personal data | TechCrunch

A coalition of states plans to sue to block Elon Musk's team from accessing sensitive federal payment systems.

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#apple

Apple, in a first, drops end-to-end cloud encryption for UK users

Apple ceases offering Advanced Data Protection in the UK after government demand for backdoor access to encrypted user data.

UK demands Apple lets it see users' encrypted data

The UK government has ordered Apple to provide access to encrypted files, raising serious privacy concerns.

UK Home Office stays shtum on alleged Apple backdoor order

The UK government is reportedly pressuring Apple to create a backdoor for accessing encrypted cloud data, raising privacy concerns.

Apple, in a first, drops end-to-end cloud encryption for UK users

Apple ceases offering Advanced Data Protection in the UK after government demand for backdoor access to encrypted user data.

UK demands Apple lets it see users' encrypted data

The UK government has ordered Apple to provide access to encrypted files, raising serious privacy concerns.

UK Home Office stays shtum on alleged Apple backdoor order

The UK government is reportedly pressuring Apple to create a backdoor for accessing encrypted cloud data, raising privacy concerns.

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How One AI Startup Founder Cornered Microsoft Into Finally Taking Down Explicit Videos of Her

Breeze Liu's struggle against nonconsensual intimate images reflects the difficulties victims face in erasing online abuse.

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.

#trump-administration

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.

Trump Admin Announces Plans to Build Database of Migrant DNA

Trump's new executive orders focus on establishing a migrant DNA database.

The push for genetic surveillance raises privacy concerns for both citizens and migrants.

The surveillance efforts may lead to increased cruelty and family separations.

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.

Trump Admin Announces Plans to Build Database of Migrant DNA

Trump's new executive orders focus on establishing a migrant DNA database.

The push for genetic surveillance raises privacy concerns for both citizens and migrants.

The surveillance efforts may lead to increased cruelty and family separations.

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#surveillance-technology

You Really Do Have Some Expectation of Privacy in Public

The rise of surveillance technology challenges traditional understandings of privacy expectations in public spaces.

The police can't track your cellphone without a warrant, judge rules

The use of StingRay technology without a warrant is unconstitutional, as ruled by a Manhattan federal judge, highlighting privacy concerns in surveillance.

Legal Aid: Adams is illegally installing gun surveillance tech in subways

Mayor Eric Adams is accused of violating the law by implementing surveillance technology without proper review.

These groups are pushing for the NFL to end facial recognition

Facial recognition use in NFL stadiums raises privacy concerns, particularly for employees essential for game operations.

You Really Do Have Some Expectation of Privacy in Public

The rise of surveillance technology challenges traditional understandings of privacy expectations in public spaces.

The police can't track your cellphone without a warrant, judge rules

The use of StingRay technology without a warrant is unconstitutional, as ruled by a Manhattan federal judge, highlighting privacy concerns in surveillance.

Legal Aid: Adams is illegally installing gun surveillance tech in subways

Mayor Eric Adams is accused of violating the law by implementing surveillance technology without proper review.

These groups are pushing for the NFL to end facial recognition

Facial recognition use in NFL stadiums raises privacy concerns, particularly for employees essential for game operations.

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Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information

CCPA grants California residents the right to opt-out of personal data sale and sharing, impacting Netflix users especially under ad-supported plans.

#gdpr

The privacy paywall has landed in the UK - here's what you can do about it

The 'Pay or Consent' model challenges privacy rights by linking access to news with payment or personal data sharing.

Legal and ethical dilemmas arise from the monetization of privacy under GDPR and European law.

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.

Facebook not allowed to use public data for targeted ads; opinion says

EU data protection rules restrict unlimited use of personal data; publicly shared information may not be utilized for targeted ads without time limit.

ICO reprimands Essex school for illegal facial recognition use | Computer Weekly

School in Essex reprimanded for illegally using facial recognition for payments, violating GDPR. DPIAs crucial for managing risks with biometric data processing.

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.

The privacy paywall has landed in the UK - here's what you can do about it

The 'Pay or Consent' model challenges privacy rights by linking access to news with payment or personal data sharing.

Legal and ethical dilemmas arise from the monetization of privacy under GDPR and European law.

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.

Facebook not allowed to use public data for targeted ads; opinion says

EU data protection rules restrict unlimited use of personal data; publicly shared information may not be utilized for targeted ads without time limit.

ICO reprimands Essex school for illegal facial recognition use | Computer Weekly

School in Essex reprimanded for illegally using facial recognition for payments, violating GDPR. DPIAs crucial for managing risks with biometric data processing.

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.

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#fourth-amendment

Backyard Privacy in the Age of Drones

The expansion of police drone use raises significant privacy and legal challenges regarding surveillance capabilities and constitutional rights.

VICTORY! Federal Court (Finally) Rules Backdoor Searches of 702 Data Unconstitutional

The federal court ruled that warrantless backdoor searches of U.S. citizens' communications typically require a warrant.

Court rules FISA Section 702 surveillance unconstitutional

The New York court ruled against warrantless state surveillance, upholding citizens' Fourth Amendment rights.

FBI's warrantless 'backdoor' searches ruled unconstitutional

The court ruled FBI's warrantless searches of US citizens' communications under FISA violate the Fourth Amendment.

Lawsuit: City cameras make it impossible to drive anywhere without being tracked

The lawsuit challenges Norfolk's use of license-plate readers as unconstitutional warrantless surveillance under the Fourth Amendment.

US border agents must get warrant before cell phone searches, federal court rules | TechCrunch

U.S. border agents now require a warrant to search electronic devices at the border.

Backyard Privacy in the Age of Drones

The expansion of police drone use raises significant privacy and legal challenges regarding surveillance capabilities and constitutional rights.

VICTORY! Federal Court (Finally) Rules Backdoor Searches of 702 Data Unconstitutional

The federal court ruled that warrantless backdoor searches of U.S. citizens' communications typically require a warrant.

Court rules FISA Section 702 surveillance unconstitutional

The New York court ruled against warrantless state surveillance, upholding citizens' Fourth Amendment rights.

FBI's warrantless 'backdoor' searches ruled unconstitutional

The court ruled FBI's warrantless searches of US citizens' communications under FISA violate the Fourth Amendment.

Lawsuit: City cameras make it impossible to drive anywhere without being tracked

The lawsuit challenges Norfolk's use of license-plate readers as unconstitutional warrantless surveillance under the Fourth Amendment.

US border agents must get warrant before cell phone searches, federal court rules | TechCrunch

U.S. border agents now require a warrant to search electronic devices at the border.

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Orpington's Joseph Farage fined for putting phone underneath woman's skirt at Co-op

Joseph Farage was fined for committing an upskirting offence at a Co-op store in Orpington.

#prince-harry

Prince Harry told to spend less' by judges in case against Daily Mail publishers

Legal costs for Prince Harry's group reduced by High Court to ensure fairness in the ongoing lawsuit against Daily Mail publishers.

Prince Harry Agrees to Settlement as Murdoch's U.K. Tabloids Offer Full Apology

Prince Harry settled with News Group Newspapers over unlawful information gathering, receiving an apology and damages for past intrusions into his and his mother's life.

Prince Harry's visa will stay private despite admitted drug use, judge rules

Prince Harry won a legal victory keeping his visa application private, emphasizing the importance of individual privacy rights over public interest.

Judge rejects Heritage Foundation bid to release Prince Harry visa records

Prince Harry's right to privacy in immigration matters supersedes public interest claims, as ruled by a U.S. judge.

Judge makes ruling over Harry's US visa case as Duke pays tribute to Diana - live

Prince Harry's US visa application will remain private after a court ruling, despite concerns raised due to his admissions of past drug use.

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.

Prince Harry told to spend less' by judges in case against Daily Mail publishers

Legal costs for Prince Harry's group reduced by High Court to ensure fairness in the ongoing lawsuit against Daily Mail publishers.

Prince Harry Agrees to Settlement as Murdoch's U.K. Tabloids Offer Full Apology

Prince Harry settled with News Group Newspapers over unlawful information gathering, receiving an apology and damages for past intrusions into his and his mother's life.

Prince Harry's visa will stay private despite admitted drug use, judge rules

Prince Harry won a legal victory keeping his visa application private, emphasizing the importance of individual privacy rights over public interest.

Judge rejects Heritage Foundation bid to release Prince Harry visa records

Prince Harry's right to privacy in immigration matters supersedes public interest claims, as ruled by a U.S. judge.

Judge makes ruling over Harry's US visa case as Duke pays tribute to Diana - live

Prince Harry's US visa application will remain private after a court ruling, despite concerns raised due to his admissions of past drug use.

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.

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#cryptocurrency

Coin Center Wins Right to Sue U.S. Treasury, IRS Again Over Controversial Tax Reporting Rule

Coin Center's lawsuit against the IRS over crypto transaction disclosure is permitted to proceed, highlighting concerns about privacy rights and government surveillance.

Ross Is Free, But This Is Far From Over

Ross's pardon signifies a critical example of disproportionate justice and political motivations behind sentencing.

Coin Center Wins Right to Sue U.S. Treasury, IRS Again Over Controversial Tax Reporting Rule

Coin Center's lawsuit against the IRS over crypto transaction disclosure is permitted to proceed, highlighting concerns about privacy rights and government surveillance.

Ross Is Free, But This Is Far From Over

Ross's pardon signifies a critical example of disproportionate justice and political motivations behind sentencing.

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#tiktok

Markey introduces bill to extend TikTok ban deadline

Senator Ed Markey proposes a 270-day extension to the TikTok ban deadline to consider its impact on American users.

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.

Markey introduces bill to extend TikTok ban deadline

Senator Ed Markey proposes a 270-day extension to the TikTok ban deadline to consider its impact on American users.

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.

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The FISA 702 Canard at the Core of Trump Debates - emptywheel

Peter Thiel believes Trump's potential second term could unveil significant hidden truths about various historical conspiracies and current governance issues.

UK MPs ignore concerned constituents questions about Facial Recognition Technology

MPs largely ignored constituents' questions about facial recognition technology deployment, failing to engage meaningfully despite acknowledging some concerns.

#surveillance

Are You Being Tracked Without A Warrant? How Tools Like Locate X Threaten Your Privacy

Locate X allows warrantless surveillance, igniting serious privacy concerns over government tracking without court oversight.

Top 10 surveillance, journalism and encryption stories of 2024 | Computer Weekly

The unlawful surveillance of journalists by police raises serious concerns about press freedom and the protection of confidential sources.

'FYI. A Warrant Isn't Needed': Secret Service Says You Agreed To Be Tracked With Location Data

The Secret Service faced internal conflict over warrant requirements for using location data from apps, highlighting tensions between surveillance practices and privacy rights.

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.

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.

The Real Problem With Banning Masks at Protests

Facial recognition technology aids law enforcement but raises concerns about wrongful identification and privacy rights.

Are You Being Tracked Without A Warrant? How Tools Like Locate X Threaten Your Privacy

Locate X allows warrantless surveillance, igniting serious privacy concerns over government tracking without court oversight.

Top 10 surveillance, journalism and encryption stories of 2024 | Computer Weekly

The unlawful surveillance of journalists by police raises serious concerns about press freedom and the protection of confidential sources.

'FYI. A Warrant Isn't Needed': Secret Service Says You Agreed To Be Tracked With Location Data

The Secret Service faced internal conflict over warrant requirements for using location data from apps, highlighting tensions between surveillance practices and privacy rights.

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.

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.

The Real Problem With Banning Masks at Protests

Facial recognition technology aids law enforcement but raises concerns about wrongful identification and privacy rights.

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From 'secret recordings' to 'sniper rifles' - what the jury in the Diarmuid Phelan murder trial didn't hear

Defendant Diarmuid Phelan's defence raised privacy concerns over court artist's presence during pre-trial, stressing the impact of prior threats against him.

#data-protection

To Fight Surveillance Pricing, We Need Privacy First

Surveillance pricing involves setting personalized prices using personal data without consumer consent.

Why Individual Rights Can't Protect Privacy

Privacy rights place undue responsibility on individuals, often leaving them unprepared to protect their own privacy.

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.

Meta can't use sexuality to target adverts, EU court rules

A court has ruled Meta cannot use users' sexual orientation for targeted advertising in the EU.

Facial recognition firm Clearview fined 30.5 million and banned from using 'invasive' AI in the Netherlands

Clearview AI was fined €30.5 million by Dutch authorities for illegally collecting faces, marking significant concerns over privacy and facial recognition technology.

Antitrust challenge to Facebook's 'superprofiling' finally wraps in Germany -- with Meta agreeing to data limits | TechCrunch

Germany's antitrust authority successfully challenged Meta's data practices, enhancing user privacy rights by restricting unauthorized data collection.

To Fight Surveillance Pricing, We Need Privacy First

Surveillance pricing involves setting personalized prices using personal data without consumer consent.

Why Individual Rights Can't Protect Privacy

Privacy rights place undue responsibility on individuals, often leaving them unprepared to protect their own privacy.

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.

Meta can't use sexuality to target adverts, EU court rules

A court has ruled Meta cannot use users' sexual orientation for targeted advertising in the EU.

Facial recognition firm Clearview fined 30.5 million and banned from using 'invasive' AI in the Netherlands

Clearview AI was fined €30.5 million by Dutch authorities for illegally collecting faces, marking significant concerns over privacy and facial recognition technology.

Antitrust challenge to Facebook's 'superprofiling' finally wraps in Germany -- with Meta agreeing to data limits | TechCrunch

Germany's antitrust authority successfully challenged Meta's data practices, enhancing user privacy rights by restricting unauthorized data collection.

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#class-action-lawsuit

Ever use Google's incognito mode? You may be entitled to up to $5,000

Google users who used incognito mode from 2016-2023 may join a class action lawsuit for alleged privacy violations.

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.

Ever use Google's incognito mode? You may be entitled to up to $5,000

Google users who used incognito mode from 2016-2023 may join a class action lawsuit for alleged privacy violations.

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.

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#supreme-court

The SCOTUS Term to Come

Upcoming Supreme Court term could reshape First Amendment rights, particularly regarding adult content age verification laws.

Aerial and Drone Surveillance: 2024 in Review

Aerial surveillance poses a significant threat to privacy, necessitating updated legal frameworks to protect individual rights.

Supreme Court refuses to hear appeal from X in Trump election-interference case

The Supreme Court declined to hear X's appeal regarding a search warrant in Trump's election-interference case, affecting social media's role in privacy rights.

The SCOTUS Term to Come

Upcoming Supreme Court term could reshape First Amendment rights, particularly regarding adult content age verification laws.

Aerial and Drone Surveillance: 2024 in Review

Aerial surveillance poses a significant threat to privacy, necessitating updated legal frameworks to protect individual rights.

Supreme Court refuses to hear appeal from X in Trump election-interference case

The Supreme Court declined to hear X's appeal regarding a search warrant in Trump's election-interference case, affecting social media's role in privacy rights.

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NSA Surveillance and Section 702 of FISA: 2024 in Review

Section 702's mass surveillance now applies broader uses and lacks necessary reforms, posing a heightened threat to privacy rights in the U.S.

Enforcement of an Anti-Money Laundering Law Delayed After Court Reversal

The Corporate Transparency Act's enforcement has been halted by a court, maintaining privacy for corporate owners amid legal challenges.

#technology-advocacy

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.

Celebrating Digital Freedom with EFF Supporters: 2024 in Review

EFF is focused on fighting for freedom and justice in technology, relying heavily on public member support.

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.

Celebrating Digital Freedom with EFF Supporters: 2024 in Review

EFF is focused on fighting for freedom and justice in technology, relying heavily on public member support.

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#education-policy

New CA Law Bars Schools from Forcing Teachers to 'Out' LGBTQ Students to Parents

California's AB 1955 law safeguards LGBTQ student privacy by preventing schools from notifying parents about their child's sexual identity.

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.

New CA Law Bars Schools from Forcing Teachers to 'Out' LGBTQ Students to Parents

California's AB 1955 law safeguards LGBTQ student privacy by preventing schools from notifying parents about their child's sexual identity.

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.

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Germany: Compensation for Facebook data breach victims DW 11/18/2024

Millions of German Facebook users are eligible for compensation due to a significant data breach without needing to prove specific damages.

Australian parliamentary inquiry stops short of backing social media ban for under-16s

Empower users with control over social media algorithms while enhancing privacy, without recommending a ban on under-16s accessing these platforms.

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.

#law-enforcement

EFF to Massachusetts' Highest Court: Pretrial Electronic Monitoring Should Not Eviscerate Privacy Rights

Law enforcement cannot access location monitoring data for unrelated purposes without a warrant, emphasizing the need for privacy rights even for monitored individuals.

Police officers won't be forced to disclose their gender identity to state officials following lawsuit

Police officers in California no longer need to disclose their gender identity during traffic stops reporting.

EFF to Massachusetts' Highest Court: Pretrial Electronic Monitoring Should Not Eviscerate Privacy Rights

Law enforcement cannot access location monitoring data for unrelated purposes without a warrant, emphasizing the need for privacy rights even for monitored individuals.

Police officers won't be forced to disclose their gender identity to state officials following lawsuit

Police officers in California no longer need to disclose their gender identity during traffic stops reporting.

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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.

Hayward man charged with a felony for allegedly uploading nude pictures of high school girlfriend

A young man faces felony charges for distributing explicit images of his ex-girlfriend, raising significant legal and ethical questions.

Monitoring UK bank accounts for benefits fraud would be huge blow to privacy'

Ministers are cautioned against implementing mass algorithmic surveillance of bank accounts to combat welfare fraud, citing severe privacy concerns. The initiative may disproportionately impact vulnerable individuals.

Exclusive | Accessing Adams' locked cell phone will be 'monumentally difficult' for feds: experts

Mayor Eric Adams' changed phone password complicates FBI investigation, posing challenges in accessing encrypted data.

Tech companies' resistance to unlocking devices highlights ongoing conflicts over user privacy rights.

Murdoch succession fight to play out behind closed doors, Nevada court rules

Rupert Murdoch's hearings on family trust succession will remain closed to the public, despite media coalition's request for transparency.

Will German police get to do secret house searches? DW 09/08/2024

Faeser's proposal allows spy software installation in suspects' homes, reminiscent of Stasi, facing parliament approval and opposition.

'Meme for profit': Company slammed for using pics of crying boy without consent

Organizations must seek explicit permission to use images of minors to prevent harm.

Ignorance of a child's status does not excuse the misuse of their likeness. It is crucial to consider the emotional impact on vulnerable individuals.

Montana becomes eighth state to put measure protecting abortion on ballot

Montana will vote on abortion rights in November, potentially enshrining existing privacy rulings in its constitution.

#california-law

Court to California: Try a Privacy Law, Not Online Censorship

The Ninth Circuit court's ruling supports free speech and privacy against stringent provisions of California's Age-Appropriate Design Code Act.

Who's selling your digital data? California offers tools to protect online privacy

California requires data brokers to report location data sales, revealing extensive personal data collection.

Court to California: Try a Privacy Law, Not Online Censorship

The Ninth Circuit court's ruling supports free speech and privacy against stringent provisions of California's Age-Appropriate Design Code Act.

Who's selling your digital data? California offers tools to protect online privacy

California requires data brokers to report location data sales, revealing extensive personal data collection.

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#ai-ethics

Who owns your voice? Scarlett Johansson OpenAI complaint raises questions

The use of generative artificial intelligence (genAI) raises questions about existing laws' ability to protect a person's appearance and voice.

AI-powered 'undressing' websites are getting sued

The San Francisco City Attorney's office is suing 16 websites for creating non-consensual deepfake pornography of women and girls.

Who owns your voice? Scarlett Johansson OpenAI complaint raises questions

The use of generative artificial intelligence (genAI) raises questions about existing laws' ability to protect a person's appearance and voice.

AI-powered 'undressing' websites are getting sued

The San Francisco City Attorney's office is suing 16 websites for creating non-consensual deepfake pornography of women and girls.

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#artificial-intelligence

A world-first law in Europe is targeting artificial intelligence. Other countries can learn from it

Governments worldwide need robust regulations to manage the dual nature of AI, balancing innovation with public safety.

Artificial intelligence doesn't think, it doesn't learn, it doesn't decide'

The article highlights the gender biases in artificial intelligence and stresses the importance of addressing biases in AI systems.

A world-first law in Europe is targeting artificial intelligence. Other countries can learn from it

Governments worldwide need robust regulations to manage the dual nature of AI, balancing innovation with public safety.

Artificial intelligence doesn't think, it doesn't learn, it doesn't decide'

The article highlights the gender biases in artificial intelligence and stresses the importance of addressing biases in AI systems.

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Here Are EFF's Sacramento Priorities Right Now

Advocates must track and speak up on numerous bills in California's full-time legislature from January to August.

EFF has achieved a victory by helping stop S.B.1076, which would have weakened the California Delete Act, enhancing consumer privacy rights.

Calls Mount-from Principal UN Human Rights Official, Business, and Tech Groups-To Address Dangerous Flaws in Draft UN Surveillance Treaty

Calls to add human rights protections and fix flaws in proposed UN surveillance treaty are mounting, as many flaws risk jeopardizing fundamental rights globally.

Meta to pay $1.4B to settle Texas facial recognition suit over collecting data without consent

Meta Platforms will pay $1.4 billion to Texas to settle a lawsuit over biometric data collection without consent.

The Alaska Supreme Court Takes Aerial Surveillance's Threat to Privacy Seriously, Other Courts Should Too

Alaska Supreme Court ruled warrant needed for aerial backyard photography.

Fatemeh Fannizadeh on Crypto Law, Switzerland and How KYC Is Failing

Financial surveillance and compliance with financial laws can disproportionately impact innocent individuals, leading to a call for innovative solutions like DeFi and privacy technology.

University investigating after trans woman filmed and confronted in bathroom

Universities need to ensure a safe environment for all students including trans individuals.

Forced outing policies increase risks of major depression in LGBTQ+ youth

Forced outing of LGBTQ+ students can lead to increased depression, low family support, and high stress levels.

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Inside Ashley St. Clair's $15K-a-Month New York Apartment Where She Claims She Is Raising 'Elon Musk's 13th Child' After Baby Bombshell

EFF sues Elon Musk and DOGE to block their access to federal employee data

Elon Musk's X agrees to pause EU data processing for training Grok | TechCrunch

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

Federal judge blocks DOGE from accessing sensitive Treasury records

Coalition of US states to file lawsuit after Musk's DOGE gains access to Americans' personal data | TechCrunch

Inside Ashley St. Clair's $15K-a-Month New York Apartment Where She Claims She Is Raising 'Elon Musk's 13th Child' After Baby Bombshell

EFF sues Elon Musk and DOGE to block their access to federal employee data

Elon Musk's X agrees to pause EU data processing for training Grok | TechCrunch

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

Federal judge blocks DOGE from accessing sensitive Treasury records

Coalition of US states to file lawsuit after Musk's DOGE gains access to Americans' personal data | TechCrunch

Apple, in a first, drops end-to-end cloud encryption for UK users

UK demands Apple lets it see users' encrypted data

UK Home Office stays shtum on alleged Apple backdoor order

Apple, in a first, drops end-to-end cloud encryption for UK users

UK demands Apple lets it see users' encrypted data

UK Home Office stays shtum on alleged Apple backdoor order

How One AI Startup Founder Cornered Microsoft Into Finally Taking Down Explicit Videos of Her

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

Ron Wyden Isn't Shy About Calling it a Coup

Trump Admin Announces Plans to Build Database of Migrant DNA

Ron Wyden Isn't Shy About Calling it a Coup

Trump Admin Announces Plans to Build Database of Migrant DNA

You Really Do Have Some Expectation of Privacy in Public

The police can't track your cellphone without a warrant, judge rules

Legal Aid: Adams is illegally installing gun surveillance tech in subways

These groups are pushing for the NFL to end facial recognition

You Really Do Have Some Expectation of Privacy in Public

The police can't track your cellphone without a warrant, judge rules

Legal Aid: Adams is illegally installing gun surveillance tech in subways

These groups are pushing for the NFL to end facial recognition

Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information

The privacy paywall has landed in the UK - here's what you can do about it

GDPR authorities accused of 'inactivity'

Facebook not allowed to use public data for targeted ads; opinion says

ICO reprimands Essex school for illegal facial recognition use | Computer Weekly

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

The privacy paywall has landed in the UK - here's what you can do about it

GDPR authorities accused of 'inactivity'

Facebook not allowed to use public data for targeted ads; opinion says

ICO reprimands Essex school for illegal facial recognition use | Computer Weekly

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

Backyard Privacy in the Age of Drones

VICTORY! Federal Court (Finally) Rules Backdoor Searches of 702 Data Unconstitutional

Court rules FISA Section 702 surveillance unconstitutional

FBI's warrantless 'backdoor' searches ruled unconstitutional

Lawsuit: City cameras make it impossible to drive anywhere without being tracked

US border agents must get warrant before cell phone searches, federal court rules | TechCrunch

Backyard Privacy in the Age of Drones

VICTORY! Federal Court (Finally) Rules Backdoor Searches of 702 Data Unconstitutional

Court rules FISA Section 702 surveillance unconstitutional

FBI's warrantless 'backdoor' searches ruled unconstitutional

Lawsuit: City cameras make it impossible to drive anywhere without being tracked

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