Privacy
Open-Source Nextcloud Rebrands Itself, Ready to Compete With GSuite and Office 365
Nextcloud Hub aims to make major strides to offer a valid alternative to the tech giants.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Raises the Alarm on Social Face Recognition Tech, Calls It “Real Black Mirror Stuff”
AOC says it’s time to put more scrutiny on face recognition tech.
Google Does PR Push for Ending 3rd Party Cookies Within Chrome
Google tried to overshadow the Edge browser’s launch.
Personal Details of Cam Girls Exposed Online – Includes Full Name, SSN, Address, Phone Number and More
A security group found the database online.
Apple, Google, and Facebook Asked for Data in India College Campus Investigation
Apple’s privacy stance will be put to the test in India.
Police Crack Down on Facebook Pages Providing Information Gained From Police Radio
Police say it may stop people from wanting to report crimes. The page admins say they’re keeping people informed.
Facebook Page Admin Identities Temporarily Exposed by Facebook Bug
Facebook has since patched the bug, but not before users found out who was behind some major Facebook Pages.
Amazon Tells Users to Uninstall Honey Browser Extension Over Privacy Fears
“Uninstall this extension immediately,” Amazon says.
Fake Hate Crime Exposed by Man’s Apple Watch
Sean Sammit’s heart rate gave him away.
Experian Accused of Creating a Difficult Data-Sharing Opt-Out Process
Is Experian trying to scare people from opting out?
Google Cuts Chinese Company Xiaomi’s Access After Nest Hub Shows Cam Footage From Other People’s Homes
Google is investigating the massive privacy flaw.
Facebook Is Rolling Out Its New Preventative Health Tool and Wants to Know if You’ve Had a Pap Smear
The new tool could be helpful as a reminder to get checked but some are worried about the privacy implications.