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Privacy professionals
fromTruthout
4 hours ago

Illinois Bars Trump Admin From Using Residents' Medical Data in Autism Registry

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed an executive order to protect the medical records of autistic individuals, enhancing privacy rights and addressing federal database concerns.
#facial-recognition
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#data-brokers
Privacy professionals
fromFlowingData
6 days ago

Privacy from data brokers canceled

The CFPB's proposed rule for privacy protection faces opposition under current director Russell Vought, highlighting tensions in consumer data protection.
Privacy professionals
fromFlowingData
6 days ago

Privacy from data brokers canceled

The CFPB's proposed rule for privacy protection faces opposition under current director Russell Vought, highlighting tensions in consumer data protection.
more#data-brokers
#lawsuit
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Fidelity National Financial sues over real estate reporting rules

FNF's lawsuit challenges new AML regulations for real estate, arguing they are overly burdensome and infringe on privacy rights without aiding in money laundering detection.
Marketing tech
frompcgamer
2 months 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.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Fidelity National Financial sues over real estate reporting rules

FNF's lawsuit challenges new AML regulations for real estate, arguing they are overly burdensome and infringe on privacy rights without aiding in money laundering detection.
Marketing tech
frompcgamer
2 months 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#lawsuit
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Rep. Nancy Mace shares 'naked' photos of herself - allegedly taken without her consent - during House hearing

Freedom is not a theory. It is the right to breathe. It is the right to dress and undress, to sleep without someone's camera filming your naked body.
Privacy technologies
Privacy technologies
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

President Trump signs Take It Down Act, addressing nonconsensual deepfakes. What is it?

The Take It Down Act enforces stricter penalties for revenge porn and AI-generated deepfakes, requiring swift removal by online platforms.
#government-surveillance
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
2 months 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.
Business intelligence
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

Airlines Collect Passenger Data and Sell It to ICE, Other Federal Agencies

The aviation industry is selling passenger data to the government, raising significant privacy and civil liberties concerns.
Privacy technologies
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Why governments keep losing the 'war on encryption'

The rise of encrypted messaging apps is a response to government surveillance and global authoritarian policies.
The debate over encryption pits government interests against individual privacy rights, illustrating a conflict that is challenging for governments to control.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
2 months 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.
Business intelligence
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

Airlines Collect Passenger Data and Sell It to ICE, Other Federal Agencies

The aviation industry is selling passenger data to the government, raising significant privacy and civil liberties concerns.
Privacy technologies
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Why governments keep losing the 'war on encryption'

The rise of encrypted messaging apps is a response to government surveillance and global authoritarian policies.
The debate over encryption pits government interests against individual privacy rights, illustrating a conflict that is challenging for governments to control.
more#government-surveillance
#cybersecurity
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Cyber attack on Legal Aid Agency exposed significant amount' of applicant data

The cyber attack on the Legal Aid Agency compromised sensitive personal data, raising concerns about governmental cybersecurity measures.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Cyber attack on Legal Aid Agency exposed significant amount' of applicant data

The cyber attack on the Legal Aid Agency compromised sensitive personal data, raising concerns about governmental cybersecurity measures.
more#cybersecurity
#surveillance
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
2 months 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.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago

DOJ watchdog to review FBI data retrieval uses under contested spying authority

The Justice Department is reviewing the FBI's compliance with data searches on U.S. persons as concerns over privacy grow.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month 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.
US news
fromNextgov.com
2 weeks ago

Intel agencies doubled use of US person-tied search terms under disputed spying power last year

In 2024, the U.S. intelligence community doubled search queries for U.S. persons' communications under Section 702, raising privacy concerns.
The increase in search terms reflects heightened efforts to combat foreign cyber and terrorism threats.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
2 months 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.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago

DOJ watchdog to review FBI data retrieval uses under contested spying authority

The Justice Department is reviewing the FBI's compliance with data searches on U.S. persons as concerns over privacy grow.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month 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.
US news
fromNextgov.com
2 weeks ago

Intel agencies doubled use of US person-tied search terms under disputed spying power last year

In 2024, the U.S. intelligence community doubled search queries for U.S. persons' communications under Section 702, raising privacy concerns.
The increase in search terms reflects heightened efforts to combat foreign cyber and terrorism threats.
more#surveillance
#data-protection
EU data protection
fromTechCrunch
2 months 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.
EU data protection
fromTechCrunch
2 months 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.
more#data-protection
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 weeks 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
3 weeks ago

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

When Sarah Grace made the difficult phone call to organise her first counselling appointment after a violent sexual assault, she didn't know her therapist's notes could be used against her in court.
Privacy professionals
#irs
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months 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
2 months 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
#public-records
Privacy professionals
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month 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.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month 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.
more#public-records
#fourth-amendment
Privacy technologies
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Appeals Court: 'Plain View' Also Includes Using iPhone Camera Options To See Through Tinted Car Windows - Above the Law

Legal advancements influenced by technology critically affect Fourth Amendment interpretations, raising questions on privacy rights during law enforcement activities.
EU data protection
fromThe Verge
1 month 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.
Privacy technologies
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Appeals Court: 'Plain View' Also Includes Using iPhone Camera Options To See Through Tinted Car Windows - Above the Law

Legal advancements influenced by technology critically affect Fourth Amendment interpretations, raising questions on privacy rights during law enforcement activities.
EU data protection
fromThe Verge
1 month 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.
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UK news
fromIndependent
1 month 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.
Marketing tech
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month 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.
#border-security
Privacy professionals
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

What Travelers Should Know Before Entering the US, According to Immigration Experts

CBP has broad authority to search travelers' devices without a warrant, impacting privacy rights.
Travelers should consider using devices with no sensitive data to protect privacy during border crossings.
Privacy professionals
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

What Travelers Should Know Before Entering the US, According to Immigration Experts

CBP has broad authority to search travelers' devices without a warrant, impacting privacy rights.
Travelers should consider using devices with no sensitive data to protect privacy during border crossings.
more#border-security
#gene-hackman
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months 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
2 months 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.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months 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
2 months 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.
more#gene-hackman
EU data protection
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months 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.
#elon-musk
Silicon Valley real estate
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

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.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

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.
more#elon-musk
EU data protection
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Apple takes UK to court over 'backdoor' order

Apple contests UK's order to break iCloud encryption, citing user privacy concerns.
First legal challenge against UK's Investigatory Powers Tribunal.
Tension escalates as UK aims for backdoor access to encrypted data.
Privacy technologies
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Mozilla rewrites Firefox's Terms of Use after user backlash | TechCrunch

Mozilla revised its Terms of Use to clarify user data rights following backlash over perceived data ownership concerns.
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.
Privacy technologies
fromWIRED
3 months ago

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.
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

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

The father expressed regret for his crime during the trial, saying, 'It's a very, very disgusting thing that I did. I realized that on the second day in prison.'
Miscellaneous
fromSlate Magazine
5 months ago

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

The earworm phenomenon on TikTok shows how quickly nostalgia and humor can transform into viral content, with Barron Trump's video gaining 55 million views due to its catching charm.
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