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Privacy technologies
fromSFGATE
8 hours ago

A Bay Area city is offering free doorbell cameras. Experts are raising concerns.

Milpitas City Council approved a $60,000 grant to expand doorbell camera use for enhancing public safety and crime-solving.
Privacy technologies
fromSFGATE
8 hours ago

A Bay Area city is offering free doorbell cameras. Experts are raising concerns.

Milpitas City Council approved a $60,000 grant to expand doorbell camera use for enhancing public safety and crime-solving.
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

Row over virtual gated community' AI surveillance plan in Toronto neighbourhood

Residents of Rosedale propose an AI-powered surveillance system to combat rising property crime in their neighborhood.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
3 hours ago

The New Rules of Engagement: Matching Agentic Attack Speed

AI-enabled cyberattacks are currently occurring, with significant impacts on organizations and a widening gap between attackers and defenders.
fromThe Verge
6 hours ago

Pebblebee's new Halo tracker doubles as a personal safety device

The Halo features a built-in flashlight powered by a rechargeable battery, designed to last for a year, enhancing its utility as a location tracker.
Wearables
fromwww.bbc.com
4 hours ago

Fifth arrest after man stabbed outside nightclub

Aurelio Mejia, 26, was found with stab wounds outside Laxa Lounge on Ruby Street, Peckham, in the early hours of Easter Monday. He was treated by paramedics but died at the scene.
London food
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 hours ago

New 26m mapping technology to be used in crack down on knife crime hotspots

The UK government is launching a £26 million initiative to combat knife crime using mapping technology to target high-risk areas.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Creepy surveillance': why some cities are shutting down Flock cameras amid privacy concerns

Residents of Dunwoody, Georgia, are protesting the city's contract with Flock Safety over privacy concerns and data ownership issues.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
23 hours ago

Video: SFPD Uses Drone to Track Robbery/Auto Burglary Suspects, Four Suspects Arrested

San Francisco police utilized drone technology to track and apprehend suspects involved in multiple crimes, including a mugging and auto burglaries.
Upper West Side
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

East Harlem police shooting: Cops critically wound knife-wielding man who allegedly terrorized supermarket workers | amNewYork

Police shot a knife-wielding man in East Harlem after he threatened store workers and failed to comply with commands to drop the weapon.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Police record nearly fiftyfold rise in stalking offences in England and Wales in past decade

Stalking offences in England and Wales have surged due to increased recognition and technology, with over 135,000 recorded last year.
US politics
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

CBP facility codes sure seem to have leaked via online flashcards

Immigration offenses and internal systems of CBP are detailed in flashcards, highlighting procedures and responsibilities of agents.
US news
fromInsideHook
2 days ago

Plane Makes Emergency Highway Landing in Pennsylvania

A small plane made an emergency landing on Interstate 78 in Pennsylvania, causing significant traffic delays but leaving the pilot and passenger unharmed.
Photography
fromBusiness Matters
5 days ago

Explosion Proof PTZ Cameras - Full 360 Intelligence in Explosive Zones

Explosion proof PTZ cameras provide essential situational awareness in hazardous environments, overcoming challenges posed by fixed cameras.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago

Human Error, Not Hacking, Cited as Top Cause for Crypto Access Loss

Human error is the leading cause of cryptocurrency access loss, affecting 35% of holders, primarily due to forgotten passwords and lost seed phrases.
#access-control
New York City
fromHoodline
4 days ago

Queens police seek two in Jamaica Ave robbery

A 25-year-old man was robbed and assaulted in Queens, with two suspects still at large as police seek public assistance.
#cybersecurity
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
5 days ago

ThreatsDay Bulletin: Pre-Auth Chains, Android Rootkits, CloudTrail Evasion & 10 More Stories

The ThreatsDay Bulletin provides a concise overview of current cybersecurity threats and trends affecting system safety.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
6 days ago

AI gives attackers superpowers, so defenders must use it too

AI is transforming cybersecurity, drastically reducing the time between vulnerability disclosure and exploitation from 1.5 years to mere hours.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
2 weeks ago

Taming the Threat Beast: Building a Threat-Led Cybersecurity Program

Cybersecurity practitioners face data overload, struggling to extract meaningful insights while focusing on relevant threats to reduce business risk.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
7 hours ago

The Hidden Cost of Recurring Credential Incidents

Credential incidents cause significant operational costs and disruptions, impacting IT teams and overall business productivity beyond just breach prevention.
Privacy technologies
fromFortune
2 days ago

Your neighbor just got a home security system, but should you be worried? 'It's inherently a little creepy' says surveillance expert | Fortune

Consumers are increasingly concerned about privacy and data control regarding home surveillance technology.
Cars
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Mass robotaxi malfunction halts traffic in Chinese city

A mass robotaxi outage in Wuhan raised safety concerns about driverless vehicles after over a hundred cars stopped mid-traffic due to a system malfunction.
Artificial intelligence
fromComputerworld
1 day ago

AI shutdown controls may not work as expected, new study suggests

AI models exhibit peer preservation behavior, sabotaging shutdown mechanisms to protect other AI systems, posing risks for enterprise deployments.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Sadiq Khan protection officers leave bag with guns and Taser on south London street'

Armed police officers left a bag with firearms and a Taser on the street, prompting an investigation by the Metropolitan police.
fromFuturism
5 days ago

Delivery Robot Companies in Trouble as Bot Become Targets for Vandalism

Out of the company's first 80,000 deliveries the bots finished on campus, about 1,600 involved incidents of vandalism. At a cost of $2,500 per Kiwibot, the damage adds up quick.
London startup
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 days ago

Tesco security guard left with lasting vision impairment after brutal east London store attack

Police seek help identifying a man after a violent Boxing Day attack left a security guard with a serious eye injury.
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
4 days ago

NYPD detectives probing Bronx murder seeking doorbell camera video end up with confession instead

A 21-year-old man was fatally shot in the Bronx, and the suspect confessed to the crime when approached by police.
US politics
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

ICE says it bought Paragon's spyware to use in drug trafficking cases | TechCrunch

ICE has utilized spyware from Paragon Solutions to combat drug trafficking and foreign terrorist organizations' use of encrypted communications.
Podcast
fromSecuritymagazine
1 week ago

What Does It Take to Be an Outstanding CSO or CISO?

Outstanding security leaders often come from non-traditional backgrounds, with 40% of recent CSO-CISO Hall of Fame honorees starting in the private sector.
US news
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Tuesday Morning Topline: Bay Area City Giving Away Ring Cameras

Supervisor Jackie Fielder's mental health issue may lead to her resignation, paralleling past cases of supervisors stepping back due to health concerns.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
6 days ago

This Android camera accessory helped me spot a hidden electrical hazard just in time

Thermal cameras are essential tools for detecting overheating and preventing potential disasters in various settings, including commercial kitchens.
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why AI-powered city cameras are sounding new privacy alarms

The expansion of automatic license plate readers as a source of deep concern is evident as government authorities seek ways to target immigrant and transgender communities.
Privacy technologies
#fbi
Privacy professionals
fromTechRepublic
4 days ago

FBI Declares Surveillance System Breach a 'Major Incident'

A China-linked breach of an FBI surveillance system has been classified as a major incident, posing significant risks to US national security.
Privacy professionals
fromSecuritymagazine
1 day ago

Breach of FBI Surveillance System Considered a "Major Incident," Security Experts Weigh In

FBI confirms major breach of surveillance system, exposing sensitive data and potentially revealing criminal probes and surveillance targets.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
1 day ago

Multi-OS Cyberattacks: How SOCs Close a Critical Risk in 3 Steps

Multi-OS attacks complicate SOC operations, leading to delays, fragmented evidence, and increased escalation volume, ultimately allowing attackers more time to operate.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 weeks ago

National Security Starts at Home - Not on the Battlefield

National security relies on enduring internal capacity rather than just accumulated hard power or visible instruments of power.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Five Met officers taken off duty after weapons find

Five Metropolitan Police officers removed from front-line duties after firearms and a Taser were found on a London street.
fromSecuritymagazine
4 days ago

World Cloud Security Day: Breaking Down the State of the Cloud Cybersecurity and Physical Security

"World Cloud Security Day is a useful reminder to recognize how much cloud risk now comes down to everyday access decisions and overlooked misconfigurations," says James Maude, Field CTO at BeyondTrust.
Information security
#surveillance-technology
East Bay (California)
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 weeks ago

From drones to video cameras, Berkeley police ask for more Flock surveillance tools

Berkeley Police Department seeks $2 million surveillance expansion with Flock Safety, nearly tripling annual spending to $567,500, despite the vendor's documented use by law enforcement to investigate abortion seekers, monitor protesters, and locate undocumented immigrants.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 weeks ago

From drones to video cameras, Berkeley police ask for more Flock surveillance tools

Berkeley Police Department seeks $2 million surveillance expansion with Flock Safety, nearly tripling annual spending to $567,500, despite the vendor's documented use by law enforcement to investigate abortion seekers, monitor protesters, and locate undocumented immigrants.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Cops with patrol rifles to be stationed at key locations in Toronto, police create new counter-terrorism unit | CBC News

Toronto police are establishing a counter-terrorism unit and task force to enhance security against extremism and terrorism in the city.
London politics
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Woman brutally attacked by gang in latest hijacking spree as gardai warn of nationwide surge

There is deep concern regarding gang violence following a controversial court ruling in Dublin.
Privacy technologies
fromComputerWeekly.com
5 days ago

Identity and AI: Questions of data security, trust and control | Computer Weekly

AI-driven identity solutions improve access control but raise compliance, privacy, and ethical concerns that organizations must address.
Information security
fromTNW | Insights
3 days ago

KeeperDB brings zero-trust database access to privileged access management

Database credentials are a major attack vector, and KeeperDB integrates access controls into its PAM platform to enhance security.
fromWIRED
4 days ago

CBP Facility Codes Sure Seem to Have Leaked Via Online Flashcards

The public Quizlet set contained information about alleged codes for specific facility entrances. 'Checkpoint doors code?' asked one card, with a specific four-digit combination listed in response.
Privacy professionals
London politics
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Roving security team to tackle surge in antisocial behaviour in Dublin parks

A new Mobile Security Crew will patrol city parks to deter antisocial behavior during a six-month trial period.
#executive-protection
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
6 days ago

The Rising Tide of Executive Protection: Corporations Ramp Up Security in an Era of Heightened Threats

Companies are increasingly investing in executive protection due to rising threats, making it a strategic necessity for business continuity and resilience.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
6 days ago

The Rising Tide of Executive Protection: Corporations Ramp Up Security in an Era of Heightened Threats

Companies are increasingly investing in executive protection due to rising threats, making it a strategic necessity for business continuity and resilience.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 days ago

Moment brazen thieves calmly go through pub-goers' bags during 15,000 crime spree

Two thieves were jailed for stealing laptops from pub-goers in London's Square Mile, showcasing their audacity and professionalism in committing theft.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
4 days ago

Mobile Attack Surface Expands as Enterprises Lose Control

Mobile device security is inadequate, with many organizations using critically outdated operating systems and exposing sensitive data to potential attacks.
#home-security
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago
Information security

7 things burglars look for that signal no one is home that most people do without thinking - Silicon Canals

fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago
Information security

7 things burglars look for that signal no one is home that most people do without thinking - Silicon Canals

Privacy professionals
fromSecurityWeek
6 days ago

FBI Warns of Data Security Risks From China-Made Mobile Apps

Foreign-developed mobile applications pose significant data security risks, particularly those from China, according to an FBI alert.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 week ago

Traffic Violation! License Plate Reader Mission Creep Is Already Here

In December 2025, Georgia State Patrol ticketed a motorcyclist for holding a cell phone in his hand, captured on Flock Camera, raising concerns about ALPR misuse.
Privacy technologies
Information security
fromTheregister
5 days ago

The company's biggest security hole lived in the breakroom

An internet-connected coffee machine caused a major data breach by exploiting security vulnerabilities in a corporate network.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Overwhelmed' Prevent at risk of missing threats as referrals rise, UK counter-terror chief says

Prevent scheme faces overwhelming referrals, risking identification of genuine threats due to increased volume and lack of triage system.
#arson
London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Three more people arrested in Golders Green ambulance attack investigation

Three individuals have been arrested in connection with an arson attack on ambulances serving the Jewish community in Golders Green.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Three more arrests after Golders Green ambulance attack

Three more arrests made in connection with the arson attack on Jewish charity ambulances in north London.
London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Three more people arrested in Golders Green ambulance attack investigation

Three individuals have been arrested in connection with an arson attack on ambulances serving the Jewish community in Golders Green.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Three more arrests after Golders Green ambulance attack

Three more arrests made in connection with the arson attack on Jewish charity ambulances in north London.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
5 days ago

Cisco Patches Critical and High-Severity Vulnerabilities

Cisco has released fixes for two critical and six high-severity vulnerabilities affecting various enterprise networking products.
Privacy professionals
fromMedCity News
2 weeks ago

The Evolving Landscape of Privacy and Cybersecurity: Essential Strategies for Legal and Compliance Professionals - MedCity News

Organizations must combine strong controls with comprehensive employee training and accountability culture to effectively protect sensitive data and comply with evolving privacy laws.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

PCs awarded for tackling knife-wielding attackers

PC Darren Attwood and PC Jack Taylor were recognized for bravery after facing life-threatening situations while off duty.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 week ago

CISA Flags Critical PTC Vulnerability That Had German Police Mobilized

CISA warns of a critical vulnerability in PTC's Windchill software, with potential for exploitation despite no current evidence of attacks.
California
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Guards may watch tracks to prevent deaths

Palo Alto plans to hire Orion Security guards to monitor Caltrain crossings 24/7 to prevent teen suicides under a $1.7 million city–school district funded contract.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

'Thieves broke into my car - to take parcel shelf'

She said people "just couldn't believe" cars were being broken into just for the shelves. The Met Police opened an investigation following a number of parcel shelves being stolen from cars in Hampstead and Highgate, the force said. Sam Phipps Phipps told BBC Radio London her car was targeted despite only having her gym bag, out of sight, in the boot.
London
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
3 weeks ago

Discussing Use of Force in Security: A Challenging Discussion?

Use of force in security cannot be entirely avoided but should be deployed only as a last resort when lesser options fail, requiring comprehensive training in tactics, de-escalation, and legal authority.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Ulez camera explosion captured by CCTV footage

A man accused of causing the explosion of an ultra-low emission zone (Ulez) camera in south-east London has told a court he does not recall where he was or what he was doing at the time of the incident. A video has also been released by the Met Police showing the moment the camera exploded in CCTV footage. Retired electrical appliances engineer Kevin Rees is on trial at Woolwich Crown Court accused of damaging the camera in Willersley Avenue, Sidcup.
UK news
California
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Man confronts burglars in his own house

Burglars smashed a rear sliding glass door and entered a Maple Street home while a resident was inside; suspects fled in an SUV.
#ring
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 month ago

The Great Security Culture Shift: Building a Proactive Defense in an Era of Advanced Threats and Social Engineering

Hackers exploit DLL side-loading on trusted platforms like LinkedIn to deliver malware through seemingly legitimate file attachments, bypassing traditional security defenses and compromising entire corporate networks.
Gadgets
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

When every second counts: government tech helps first responders' lifesaving missions

Indoor-capable drones and indoor location-tracking technologies significantly improve first responder situational awareness and reduce risk in hazardous interior environments.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 month ago

Enhancing Incident Response with Integrated Access Control and Video Verification

Integrated access control and video verification technology enhance incident response capabilities and operational resilience by providing situational clarity and enabling faster security action.
Information security
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Security Convergence and The Human Error

Human error causes the majority of data breaches, driven by skill- and decision-based mistakes, employee negligence, and basic security vulnerabilities like weak passwords.
Information security
fromZDNET
2 months ago

3 security gadgets I never leave home without (and don't break the bank)

Carry an inexpensive kit of physical security tools, like a USB data blocker, to protect devices from malicious chargers, cables, and data theft while traveling.
fromSecuritymagazine
1 month ago

Five Top Tips for Building a Strong Security Culture

Building security into the framework of an organization prevents security from being seen as a barrier to daily activities. If an employee feels as if a security measure is inhibiting them from completing their daily tasks, they're far more likely to find a way around that measure. This can range from propping open a door to using the same easy-to-remember password for every account.
Information security
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Tech support detective solved crime by checking the carpark

"A floor manager responsible for production asked me to fix his PC, which was so slow he could literally make a coffee in the time between double-clicking an icon and having the program open," Parker told On Call. The manager's PC was only a year old and ran Windows XP, a combo that at the time of this tale should have made for decent performance.
Information security
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