Privacy
World Bank and Verizon Chiefs Say Digital ID Part of “Social Contract” Between Government and Citizens
Both organizations are pushing for digital IDs.
Proton Mail Officially Launches Desktop App
The app is now out of beta.
Pornhub Blocks Access in Texas After State-Mandated Digital ID Law
A new state laws calls for internet users to verify themselves with a government-issued ID, raising privacy and free speech concerns.
Tor Introduces WebTunnel Feature To Help Curb Censorship
A new feature for avoiding regional censorship.
Members
JPMorgan To Roll Out Controversial Biometric Payments
Face-scanning payments are planned for 2025.
Users Flock to Brave Browser When Apple Is Forced To Show Default Browser Options in the EU
A large uptick following Apple’s anti-competitive control being loosened.
Roku Is Locking Users out of Their Smart TVs Until They Agree to New Terms That Change the Dispute Resolution Process
A growing problem with “smart” devices.
Latest Draft of WHO Amendments to International Health Regulations Still Contain References To Power Over “Misinformation,” Vaccine Passports
The proposals, despite amendments, still contain controversial language that some feel would lead to a power grab.
Tuta Mail Creator Tuta Launches Post Quantum Cryptography For Email
A major upgrade for privacy.
Big Tech Coalition Pushes Online Age Verification and Digital ID
The group admits that age verification may require “collection of new personal data such as facial imagery or government-issued ID.”
US Department of Commerce Proposes KYC Rule for Internet Infrastructure
New curbs to online privacy.