Mozilla Introduces First Privacy Terms for Firefox, Marking New Era in Browser Transparency
Mozilla is implementing its first-ever Terms of Use for Firefox, along with an updated Privacy Notice, prioritizing user privacy and control. The landmark change requires new users to acknowledge terms starting March, while existing users will see changes later this year.
Google Enhances Privacy Controls with Simplified Personal Data Removal from Search
Google has upgraded its 'Results about you' feature, making it easier for users to remove sensitive personal information from search results. The enhanced tool now actively monitors for personal data exposure and offers streamlined removal requests directly from search pages.
Apple Withdraws Advanced Data Protection from UK Amid Privacy Concerns
Apple is discontinuing its Advanced Data Protection service in the UK following government demands for encrypted data access. The move affects both existing and potential users, raising concerns about privacy precedents and potential global implications for secure cloud storage.
Major Data Breach at DISA Exposes Personal Information of 3.3 Million Americans
Leading employee screening provider DISA Global Solutions suffered a massive data breach compromising sensitive data of over 3.3 million individuals. The two-month unauthorized access exposed Social Security numbers, financial details and government IDs of people who underwent employee screening.
John Oliver's Privacy Guide Takes Aim at Meta's Data Collection Empire
Last Week Tonight host John Oliver launches a partnership with EFF to help users protect their personal data from Meta's tracking practices. The initiative includes practical privacy tools and browser recommendations to limit the tech giant's ability to monetize user information.
The Curse of Being Named 'Null': When Your Surname Breaks Computer Systems
Having the surname 'Null' creates unexpected challenges as computer systems worldwide misinterpret it as a programming term. From visa applications to license plates, individuals with this name face frustrating technical ordeals in our increasingly digital world.
Clearview AI Leadership Change Signals Shift Toward Government Contracts
Facial recognition company Clearview AI undergoes major leadership transition as CEO Hoan Ton-That steps down. New co-CEOs with Trump administration ties aim to triple revenue by focusing on federal contracts despite ongoing privacy concerns and legal challenges.
Major Security Flaw in Stalkerware Apps Exposes Private Data of Over 2.6 Million Users
A critical vulnerability in popular phone monitoring apps Cocospy and Spyic has leaked sensitive personal data of millions of users, highlighting systemic security failures in surveillance software. The breach exposed private messages, photos, and call logs, while revealing concerning ties to China-based developers.
Google Launches Digital Fingerprinting: A Privacy Nightmare Worse Than Cookie Banners
Google has implemented an invasive digital fingerprinting system that creates persistent user profiles across devices without consent. Unlike cookie banners, this new tracking method operates silently and is nearly impossible to block, raising major privacy concerns as the tech giant prioritizes ad revenue over user privacy.
AI's Growing Power to Manipulate: The Rise of Personalized Digital Influence
As AI systems evolve beyond simple algorithms, they're gaining unprecedented abilities to analyze and influence human behavior through personalized manipulation. Computer scientist Louis Rosenberg warns of AI agents designed to decode our vulnerabilities and optimize persuasion tactics, calling for regulatory safeguards against potential misuse.