Privacy
MembersThe Dark Side of Wi-Fi Positioning: How Our Gadgets Became Silent Stalkers
While enhancing navigation accuracy, WiFi Positioning Systems’ extensive data collection poses significant risks for user privacy and potential misuse by unauthorized entities.
Supreme Court To Hear Challenge To Texas’ Online Digital ID Mandate
Legal challenge argues First Amendment infringement and raises privacy concerns over mandatory personal data disclosure.
Unveiling the Brennan-Clapper Files: How January 6 Shifted Surveillance Powers
Documents reveal intelligence policies shifted to target religious groups, military members, and Trump supporters.
Google Is Piloting Facial Recognition for Some Employees and Won’t Let Employees Opt Out
Employee concerns mount as surveillance expands beyond ID badges, with no clear future alternative in sight.
MembersA Private, Customizable, Personalized Alternative to Google News and Apple News
Build dynamic news feeds with personalized recommendations without sending data to Big Tech.
Despite Backlash, X Continues Digital ID Verification with New Partner Stripe
X hasn’t dropped its controversial policy.
Windows 11’s Sneaky OneDrive Sync
Users discover post-install that their files are being synced to the cloud without prior consent or notification.
ID Verification Company Partnered With X Suffered Data Leak, Report Claims
AU10TIX’s alleged exposed credentials leave sensitive user data vulnerable, raising serious privacy and security concerns amidst rising demands for digital ID verification.
Scotland Plans Live Facial Recognition Technology
Civil rights group warns Scotland’s potential use of live facial recognition tech may lead to “hi-tech police state.”
Australia’s eSafety Chief Doubles Down on Anti-Encryption Push Despite Industry Backlash
Australia continues its anti-privacy push.
Mastercard To Expand Digital Biometric ID and “Behavioral Biometrics”
The rise of biometric data collection by financial giants like Mastercard and Visa could redefine consumer privacy and surveillance.
UK PM Sunak Proposes Disabling Driving Licenses and Financial Services For Youth Avoiding National Service
Sunak faces backlash for suggesting financial sanctions and restricted access to essential services as enforcement measures.