Critics say new Google rules put profits over privacyGoogle's new tracking rules allow fingerprinting, which privacy advocates criticize for undermining user privacy and control.
Google Starts Tracking All Your Devices As Chrome ChangesGoogle Chrome's planned cookie removal may be undermined by the revival of digital fingerprinting for tracking users across devices.
Critics say new Google rules put profits over privacyGoogle's new tracking rules allow fingerprinting, which privacy advocates criticize for undermining user privacy and control.
Google Starts Tracking All Your Devices As Chrome ChangesGoogle Chrome's planned cookie removal may be undermined by the revival of digital fingerprinting for tracking users across devices.
Google Gemini now brings receipts to your AI chats | TechCrunchGemini AI chatbot can recall past conversations, enhancing user interaction while maintaining privacy controls.
The Future of Ad Blockers: AI and Advanced Filtering Technologies | Fingerlakes1.comAd blockers are evolving, leveraging AI to improve user privacy and browsing experience.
Ring's New AI Search Tool Lets You Easily Scan Videos-With Mixed ResultsRing's new Smart Video Search feature allows users to quickly find video clips using simple text queries, enhancing convenience and accessibility.
Google Gemini now brings receipts to your AI chats | TechCrunchGemini AI chatbot can recall past conversations, enhancing user interaction while maintaining privacy controls.
The Future of Ad Blockers: AI and Advanced Filtering Technologies | Fingerlakes1.comAd blockers are evolving, leveraging AI to improve user privacy and browsing experience.
Ring's New AI Search Tool Lets You Easily Scan Videos-With Mixed ResultsRing's new Smart Video Search feature allows users to quickly find video clips using simple text queries, enhancing convenience and accessibility.
Master Instagram Like a Pro: 9 Must-Know Features for Every UserInstagram continuously evolves to enhance user experience with new features.Users can hide inappropriate comments using customizable filters.Privacy on Instagram can be increased by hiding stories from select users.Direct messaging can improve how users share posts with friends.
Magic Lasso Adblock: Incredibly Private and Secure Safari Web Browsing - 512 PixelsMagic Lasso Adblock ensures your online privacy by blocking ad trackers and intrusive ads across devices.
How Does Bat Handle Ad Fraud?Ad fraud costs the digital advertising industry greatly, and BAT aims to mitigate this problem with a new approach.
Google Backs Privacy Sandbox Despite Cookie PivotGoogle's commitment to Privacy Sandbox indicates a shift towards a future with fewer cookies.
Google Gold Partner with Cookie Information (CMP)Cookie Information's compliance solutions address the critical need for digital privacy and consent management, especially as regulations tighten.
How Does Bat Handle Ad Fraud?Ad fraud costs the digital advertising industry greatly, and BAT aims to mitigate this problem with a new approach.
Google Backs Privacy Sandbox Despite Cookie PivotGoogle's commitment to Privacy Sandbox indicates a shift towards a future with fewer cookies.
Google Gold Partner with Cookie Information (CMP)Cookie Information's compliance solutions address the critical need for digital privacy and consent management, especially as regulations tighten.
UK confronts Apple with demand for cloud backdoor to users' encrypted dataUK government demands Apple create a backdoor in its encrypted service, challenging user privacy.Apple refuses to compromise on user privacy, risks withdrawing services from the UK.
Exclusive | China-owned TikTok alternative RedNote's surge in US sparks alarm over 'serious' security risksRedNote's surge in popularity amid TikTok's ban raises alarm over security risks due to ties with the Chinese government and weaker user protections.
Hackers took over robovacs to chase pets and yell slursEcovacs Deebot X2 vacuums were hacked, intimidating pets and owners, highlighting significant security flaws in smart home devices.
New Research: The State of Web Exposure 202545% of third-party apps access user information without authorization.53% of retail risk exposures are due to excessive tracking tools.Organizations are likely unaware of their web exposure vulnerabilities.
Archive.org, a repository storing the entire history of the Internet, has been hackedInternet Archive faced a significant security breach affecting 31 million users.Compromise exposed sensitive data, raising concerns over online security.
Two malicious Python packages revealed by FortiGuard LabsTwo new malicious Python packages threaten user security by enabling login theft and data exfiltration through advanced malware techniques.
UK confronts Apple with demand for cloud backdoor to users' encrypted dataUK government demands Apple create a backdoor in its encrypted service, challenging user privacy.Apple refuses to compromise on user privacy, risks withdrawing services from the UK.
Exclusive | China-owned TikTok alternative RedNote's surge in US sparks alarm over 'serious' security risksRedNote's surge in popularity amid TikTok's ban raises alarm over security risks due to ties with the Chinese government and weaker user protections.
Hackers took over robovacs to chase pets and yell slursEcovacs Deebot X2 vacuums were hacked, intimidating pets and owners, highlighting significant security flaws in smart home devices.
New Research: The State of Web Exposure 202545% of third-party apps access user information without authorization.53% of retail risk exposures are due to excessive tracking tools.Organizations are likely unaware of their web exposure vulnerabilities.
Archive.org, a repository storing the entire history of the Internet, has been hackedInternet Archive faced a significant security breach affecting 31 million users.Compromise exposed sensitive data, raising concerns over online security.
Two malicious Python packages revealed by FortiGuard LabsTwo new malicious Python packages threaten user security by enabling login theft and data exfiltration through advanced malware techniques.
Samsung's on-device AI: A Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcastAI in Samsung Galaxy S25 is powered by RDFox, a knowledge graph system from Oxford Semantic Technologies.
Kagi search engine won't bill you next month if you forget to use itKagi offers a 'Fair Pricing' model that credits users for months without usage, promoting user kindness.
TikTok ban: How to download your videos and data | TechCrunchThe Supreme Court has upheld a ban on TikTok, prompting users to backup their videos and explore alternatives.
How to delete Facebook, Instagram, and Threads | TechCrunchIncrease in searches on how to delete Meta accounts after policy changesGrowing dissatisfaction with Meta's content moderation and misinformation handling
X Moves to the Next Stage of Diluting the Power of BlockingX aims to change the block function allowing blocked users to view public posts without interaction.Elon Musk believes blocking is largely ineffective, but it still serves various user needs for privacy.
You May See an AI Version of Yourself as an Instagram Post: Here's How to Turn It OffMeta is testing AI-generated avatars based on users' photos for personalized experiences on Instagram.
Twitter's Traffic Appears to Be Falling Off a CliffTraffic to X has significantly declined while competitors like Bluesky and Threads gain users, highlighting concerns over data use and platform reliability.
X users jump to Bluesky - but what is it and who owns it?Bluesky is a rapidly growing decentralized social media platform created as an alternative to Twitter.
TikTok ban: How to download your videos and data | TechCrunchThe Supreme Court has upheld a ban on TikTok, prompting users to backup their videos and explore alternatives.
How to delete Facebook, Instagram, and Threads | TechCrunchIncrease in searches on how to delete Meta accounts after policy changesGrowing dissatisfaction with Meta's content moderation and misinformation handling
X Moves to the Next Stage of Diluting the Power of BlockingX aims to change the block function allowing blocked users to view public posts without interaction.Elon Musk believes blocking is largely ineffective, but it still serves various user needs for privacy.
You May See an AI Version of Yourself as an Instagram Post: Here's How to Turn It OffMeta is testing AI-generated avatars based on users' photos for personalized experiences on Instagram.
Twitter's Traffic Appears to Be Falling Off a CliffTraffic to X has significantly declined while competitors like Bluesky and Threads gain users, highlighting concerns over data use and platform reliability.
X users jump to Bluesky - but what is it and who owns it?Bluesky is a rapidly growing decentralized social media platform created as an alternative to Twitter.
Google Play will now verify VPNs that prioritize privacy and safetyGoogle Play introduces verification badges for approved VPNs to enhance user privacy and safety.
Google Play adds a 'Verified' badge for trusted VPN apps | TechCrunchGoogle Play introduces Verified badges for VPN apps to enhance user trust and safety.Apps must meet specific criteria such as installations, reviews, and security assessments for badge eligibility.
Google Play will now verify VPNs that prioritize privacy and safetyGoogle Play introduces verification badges for approved VPNs to enhance user privacy and safety.
Google Play adds a 'Verified' badge for trusted VPN apps | TechCrunchGoogle Play introduces Verified badges for VPN apps to enhance user trust and safety.Apps must meet specific criteria such as installations, reviews, and security assessments for badge eligibility.
Opinion | AI Can Work for UsAI can create personalized 'portraits' of users based on their interactions, reflecting life patterns and concerns about identity and privacy.
Brave's new Rerank feature for its search engine is changing everything about your web searches - here's how it's a true game changerBrave Search introduces Rerank, empowering users to customize search results by prioritizing trusted sites and filtering out undesirable content.
Why is AI opt-out?The tech industry's shift to mandatory AI features shows a disregard for consumer choice.Users are often dissatisfied with unsolicited AI integrations in applications.Regulatory push for opt-in services contrasts with the current trend of forced AI adoption.
Microsoft feature lets AI scrape Word and Excel documentsMicrosoft's new AI feature, Connected Experiences, automates data analysis in Word and Excel to enhance user productivity, but raises privacy concerns.
Zeno Media Partners with NumberEight to Enhance Mobile AppsZeno Media partners with NumberEight to integrate advanced AI for better audience engagement and personalized content experiences.
Why is AI opt-out?The tech industry's shift to mandatory AI features shows a disregard for consumer choice.Users are often dissatisfied with unsolicited AI integrations in applications.Regulatory push for opt-in services contrasts with the current trend of forced AI adoption.
Microsoft feature lets AI scrape Word and Excel documentsMicrosoft's new AI feature, Connected Experiences, automates data analysis in Word and Excel to enhance user productivity, but raises privacy concerns.
Zeno Media Partners with NumberEight to Enhance Mobile AppsZeno Media partners with NumberEight to integrate advanced AI for better audience engagement and personalized content experiences.
Deepin 25 Linux preview looks and feels more like Windows - but is it safe?Deepin Linux 25 has adopted a Windows-like aesthetic, sparking mixed reactions among users regarding originality and design.
TikTok: Looming US ban alarms digital rights advocates DW 01/16/2025TikTok faces a US ban unless ByteDance sells its operations by January 19, 2025, due to national security concerns.
Kevin O'leary joins billionaire's bid to buy TikTok as US ban deadline nearsKevin O'Leary plans to join a consortium to acquire TikTok amid looming ban threats from the US government, emphasizing user privacy and empowerment.
TikTok: Looming US ban alarms digital rights advocates DW 01/16/2025TikTok faces a US ban unless ByteDance sells its operations by January 19, 2025, due to national security concerns.
Kevin O'leary joins billionaire's bid to buy TikTok as US ban deadline nearsKevin O'Leary plans to join a consortium to acquire TikTok amid looming ban threats from the US government, emphasizing user privacy and empowerment.
How to migrate from X to Bluesky without losing your followersX's new feature allowing blocked users to see posts has alienated loyal users, prompting migration to alternative platforms.
Pixelfed, Instagram's decentralized competitor, is now on iOS and AndroidPixelfed offers a decentralized image-sharing alternative to Instagram with mobile apps, free from ads and data-sharing practices.
How to migrate from X to Bluesky without losing your followersX's new feature allowing blocked users to see posts has alienated loyal users, prompting migration to alternative platforms.
Pixelfed, Instagram's decentralized competitor, is now on iOS and AndroidPixelfed offers a decentralized image-sharing alternative to Instagram with mobile apps, free from ads and data-sharing practices.
Non-billionaires seek social media free of Musk and ZuckThe Free Our Feeds collective aims to raise $30 million to develop decentralized social media platforms, countering billionaire control.A decentralized approach could prevent content manipulation by singular entities like Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg.
Frank McCourt's Decentralized Internet Project Enters Ethereum Ecosystem With Consensys PartnershipProject Liberty is focusing on decentralization to mitigate reliance on traditional social media platforms.
Non-billionaires seek social media free of Musk and ZuckThe Free Our Feeds collective aims to raise $30 million to develop decentralized social media platforms, countering billionaire control.A decentralized approach could prevent content manipulation by singular entities like Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg.
Frank McCourt's Decentralized Internet Project Enters Ethereum Ecosystem With Consensys PartnershipProject Liberty is focusing on decentralization to mitigate reliance on traditional social media platforms.
Microsoft isn't secretly installing Recall on your Windows PCMicrosoft's Recall feature is facing scrutiny over security, raising concerns about its mandatory presence in Windows 11 version 24H2.
API with NestJS #177. Response serialization with the Drizzle ORMSerialization in NestJS is essential for hiding sensitive data before sending responses to users.
Proton Pass review: A highly secure password manager with easy to overlook flawsProton Pass focuses on security and privacy with features to identify leaked information and protect sensitive data.
Microsoft isn't secretly installing Recall on your Windows PCMicrosoft's Recall feature is facing scrutiny over security, raising concerns about its mandatory presence in Windows 11 version 24H2.
API with NestJS #177. Response serialization with the Drizzle ORMSerialization in NestJS is essential for hiding sensitive data before sending responses to users.
Proton Pass review: A highly secure password manager with easy to overlook flawsProton Pass focuses on security and privacy with features to identify leaked information and protect sensitive data.
Ethical Challenges in VPN Traffic Analysis: Privacy and Responsible Disclosure | HackerNoonThe research emphasizes the importance of ethical considerations and user privacy in analyzing VPN traffic.
Pornhub banned in 17 US states leaving tens of millions without accessPornhub blocked access in 17 states due to new age-verification laws that critics say violate user privacy.
iPhone fans discover little-known feature that ensures data securityLockdown Mode provides an extreme protection setting for iPhone users against sophisticated cyber attacks.The feature significantly reduces functionality in many apps for enhanced security.
ICO puts foot down on Google's planned fingerprinting changeGoogle plans to allow fingerprinting for users, contradicting its past stance on user privacy.ICO is pushing back against fingerprinting, highlighting user transparency concerns.
Forget Chrome-Google Will Start Tracking You And All Your Smart Devices In 8 WeeksDigital fingerprinting's revival by Google raises significant concerns about user privacy despite claims of enhanced privacy protections.
ICO puts foot down on Google's planned fingerprinting changeGoogle plans to allow fingerprinting for users, contradicting its past stance on user privacy.ICO is pushing back against fingerprinting, highlighting user transparency concerns.
Forget Chrome-Google Will Start Tracking You And All Your Smart Devices In 8 WeeksDigital fingerprinting's revival by Google raises significant concerns about user privacy despite claims of enhanced privacy protections.
Apple and Meta trade barbs over interoperability requestsApple opposes the EU's Digital Markets Act interoperability measures, citing privacy risks posed by third-party access to iOS.
Apple pushed hard by EU to make iOS and iPadOS more interoperableApple argues that interoperability with competitors could threaten user security and privacy, countering the EU's push for increased device compatibility.
Apple and Meta trade barbs over interoperability requestsApple opposes the EU's Digital Markets Act interoperability measures, citing privacy risks posed by third-party access to iOS.
Apple pushed hard by EU to make iOS and iPadOS more interoperableApple argues that interoperability with competitors could threaten user security and privacy, countering the EU's push for increased device compatibility.
Google Maps to delete important data from accounts - how to save itGoogle Maps will start deleting personal Timeline data on June 9, 2025, unless users back it up.The shift to on-device data storage enhances privacy but requires user action to preserve data.
No, You Can't Stop Meta Using Your Data via IG StoryMeta trains its AI using publicly available information and user-generated content, excluding private messages.
WhatsApp is working on channel updates translation, introduces new calling featuresWhatsApp is developing a translation feature for messages and channel updates, focusing on user privacy and security.
No, You Can't Stop Meta Using Your Data via IG StoryMeta trains its AI using publicly available information and user-generated content, excluding private messages.
WhatsApp is working on channel updates translation, introduces new calling featuresWhatsApp is developing a translation feature for messages and channel updates, focusing on user privacy and security.
The Big Tech Show: What to do about social media - kids, encryption and anonymitySocial media must know users' identities to combat misinformation and manipulation effectively.
Android will let you find unknown Bluetooth trackers instead of just warning you about themBluetooth trackers simplify locating lost items, but they also pose privacy risks requiring solutions from tech companies.Google's new features equip Android users to manage Bluetooth tracker alerts effectively.
Frank McCourt's Project Liberty advances bid for TikTokProject Liberty is pursuing a bid to acquire TikTok, emphasizing user privacy, safety, and an upgraded internet model.
Booking.com says typos giving strangers access to private trip info is not a bugBooking.com enables booking for others through email, which can lead to privacy issues if errors occur.
BloombergEnsure your browser supports JavaScript and cookies to avoid unusual network activity alerts.Investigate potential unauthorized access or malware if unusual activity notifications appear.
Microsoft's Recall release throws up issues in previewWindows Recall's re-release highlights ongoing issues, emphasizing that its initial rollout was premature and fraught with security and performance flaws.
Microsoft Edge is trying to forcefully get your Chrome tabs againMicrosoft Edge's latest update automatically starts and prompts users to import Chrome data, raising consent issues.
Microsoft's Recall release throws up issues in previewWindows Recall's re-release highlights ongoing issues, emphasizing that its initial rollout was premature and fraught with security and performance flaws.
Microsoft Edge is trying to forcefully get your Chrome tabs againMicrosoft Edge's latest update automatically starts and prompts users to import Chrome data, raising consent issues.
Free email services are costing you more than you thinkChoosing the right email service is crucial for protecting your privacy amid rising data breaches.Free email providers compromise privacy through data monetization and targeted ads.
Permutive & Index Exchange Expand Partnership to Unlock Premium Publisher AudiencesPermutive has launched a marketplace on Index Marketplaces to enhance audience targeting for marketers and support publishers' first-party data utilization.
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov insists 'little has changed' in app's privacy policies since his arrestTelegram CEO confirms the app has been providing user data to authorities for years to combat crime.
Strava closes the gates to sharing fitness data with other appsStrava's API update enhances user privacy, restricts data use by third parties, and protects the platform's unique experience.
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov insists 'little has changed' in app's privacy policies since his arrestTelegram CEO confirms the app has been providing user data to authorities for years to combat crime.
Strava closes the gates to sharing fitness data with other appsStrava's API update enhances user privacy, restricts data use by third parties, and protects the platform's unique experience.
Understanding Web3 Marketing: Pillars & Strategies (2024) - ShopifyWeb3 focuses on user empowerment through decentralization, enabling improved privacy and direct interactions between consumers and brands.
Ad tech specialist Utiq adds home broadbandUtiq expands its responsible digital marketing strategy into the consumer broadband sector to enhance user privacy and service effectiveness.
Understanding Web3 Marketing: Pillars & Strategies (2024) - ShopifyWeb3 focuses on user empowerment through decentralization, enabling improved privacy and direct interactions between consumers and brands.
Ad tech specialist Utiq adds home broadbandUtiq expands its responsible digital marketing strategy into the consumer broadband sector to enhance user privacy and service effectiveness.
EU court rules social networks can't use personal data foreverThe EU's court ruling imposes strict limits on Meta's use of user data for advertising, reaffirming GDPR's regulations.
Meta Offers Less Personalised Ads for EU Users to Appease RegulatorsEU users can choose less personalized ads on Facebook and Instagram, a response to regulatory scrutiny.
PayPal Launches Ad Business; Meta Expands Ad Placement Controls and Brings AI Chatbot to UK; Privacy Certification for Ad Tech In The WorksPayPal's new ad service leverages transaction data for targeted advertising.Meta enhances ad control features and launches a new free AI chatbot.
EU court rules social networks can't use personal data foreverThe EU's court ruling imposes strict limits on Meta's use of user data for advertising, reaffirming GDPR's regulations.
Meta Offers Less Personalised Ads for EU Users to Appease RegulatorsEU users can choose less personalized ads on Facebook and Instagram, a response to regulatory scrutiny.
PayPal Launches Ad Business; Meta Expands Ad Placement Controls and Brings AI Chatbot to UK; Privacy Certification for Ad Tech In The WorksPayPal's new ad service leverages transaction data for targeted advertising.Meta enhances ad control features and launches a new free AI chatbot.
The Opera Browser Is Carving Out An Advertising Business Without Cookies | AdExchangerOpera browser adapts to user needs while navigating the market changes set by Google regarding cookies.Opera Ads grows rapidly by relying on alternatives to third-party cookies for monetization.
X's Diluted Block Functionality is Now Going LiveX is rolling out a controversial update allowing blocked accounts to view posts but not reply.This decision may be influenced by Musk's desire to enhance visibility for his posts.
X's Diluted Block Functionality is Now Going LiveX's new account blocking update allows blocked users to view posts but not reply, raising concerns over privacy and harassment.
X's Diluted Block Functionality is Now Going LiveX is rolling out a controversial update allowing blocked accounts to view posts but not reply.This decision may be influenced by Musk's desire to enhance visibility for his posts.
X's Diluted Block Functionality is Now Going LiveX's new account blocking update allows blocked users to view posts but not reply, raising concerns over privacy and harassment.
X Angers Users With Changes to Block Button, Functionality | EntrepreneurX's new blocking feature allows blocked users to see public posts, prompting users to make their accounts private for full privacy.User dissatisfaction is rising due to safety concerns, with many feeling the update compromises their ability to control who accesses their content.
This pocket-friendly e-reader also wants to be your minimalist phoneThe Mudita Kompakt is an E Ink phone designed to minimize distractions and prioritize user privacy.
Apple Intelligence's AI Update: Unlock These 6 Features Today - Yanko DesignApple Intelligence enhances user experience by providing writing tools, a redesigned Siri, and photo editing features while ensuring user privacy.
The Internet Archive hackers still have access to its internal emailing toolsIA has neglected to rotate exposed API keys, risking unauthorized access to sensitive user data.
Cookie Policy - Irish StarUnderstanding how cookies function is essential for managing online privacy and user experience.
The Internet Archive hackers still have access to its internal emailing toolsIA has neglected to rotate exposed API keys, risking unauthorized access to sensitive user data.
Cookie Policy - Irish StarUnderstanding how cookies function is essential for managing online privacy and user experience.
Instagram rolls out new safety features to protect teens from sextortion | TechCrunchInstagram enhances user protection against sextortion by preventing screenshots of ephemeral content in DMs, ensuring shared images remain private.
IAB Tech Lab releases protocol for private sharing of conversion data | MarTechADMaP aims to enhance advertiser-publisher collaboration while safeguarding user privacy in attribution measurement, amidst increasing challenges with traditional identifiers.
That old Photobucket account you haven't touched in years could soon be licensed to train AIPhotobucket plans to license user photos for AI training, requiring users to reactivate accounts to opt-out by setting them to private.
[STUDY] Apple Store & Wayfair Named Top "Privacy Offenders"Apple is facing a lawsuit for allegedly invasive data collection practices through its apps, undermining its privacy reputation.
TikTok Users Advance Suit Over In-App Browser's Data CollectionTikTok must face class action for allegedly illegally collecting private user data via its in-app browser.
[STUDY] Apple Store & Wayfair Named Top "Privacy Offenders"Apple is facing a lawsuit for allegedly invasive data collection practices through its apps, undermining its privacy reputation.
TikTok Users Advance Suit Over In-App Browser's Data CollectionTikTok must face class action for allegedly illegally collecting private user data via its in-app browser.
Pavel Durov Defends Telegram's Privacy Changes Amid User UnrestTelegram CEO defends user data policy changes, asserting compliance with local laws while maintaining core principles of freedom and privacy.