Privacy & Surveillance

Blue Shield Discloses Sharing Health Data of 4.7 Million Patients with Google Ads
Blue Shield reveals it shared health data of 4.7 million patients with Google Ads, raising privacy concerns and implications for patient confidentiality.

WhatsApp Introduces Enhanced Chat Privacy Features for Sensitive Messages
WhatsApp unveils new chat privacy features, allowing users to send sensitive messages with enhanced security and control over their conversations.

Google Removes Cookie Prompt in Chrome and Enhances IP Privacy in Incognito Mode
Google removes cookie prompts in Chrome and boosts IP privacy in Incognito Mode, enhancing user experience and online security.

China to Implement Its ‘Great Digital Firewall’ in Pakistan
China plans to implement its ‘Great Digital Firewall’ in Pakistan, enhancing internet censorship and surveillance to control online content and access.

Farewell to Google Privacy Sandbox
Explore the implications of bidding farewell to Google Privacy Sandbox and its impact on online privacy, advertising, and user experience.

University of Michigan Sued Over Hacking Incident and Privacy Violations
University of Michigan faces a lawsuit over a hacking incident, alleging privacy violations and mishandling of sensitive student information.

Democrats Concerned About DOGE Leaking Sensitive Data to AI
Democrats express concerns over DOGE potentially leaking sensitive data to AI, raising alarms about privacy and security in the digital currency landscape.

Therapist Accused of Illegally Accessing Nude Photos of 425 Women in Lawsuit
Therapist faces lawsuit for allegedly accessing nude photos of 425 women without consent, raising serious privacy and ethical concerns.

Facial Recognition for Age Verification
Facial recognition technology for age verification ensures secure and accurate age assessment, enhancing compliance in various industries while protecting user privacy.
Popular Chrome Extensions with 6 Million Installs Found to Contain Hidden Tracking Code
Discover how popular Chrome extensions with 6 million installs were found to contain hidden tracking code, raising privacy concerns for users.

CIA Chief’s Phone: Signalgate Chats Disappear
“Explore the controversy surrounding the CIA Chief’s phone as Signalgate chats mysteriously vanish, raising questions about security and transparency.”

CIA Chief’s Phone Erases Signalgate Chats
CIA Chief’s phone erases Signalgate chats, raising concerns over transparency and accountability in intelligence communications.

Google Starts Merging Country-Specific Search Domains into Google.com
Google is merging country-specific search domains into Google.com, streamlining user experience and enhancing global search accessibility.

Google Introduces Android Auto-Reboot Feature to Prevent Forensic Data Extraction
Google’s new Android Auto-Reboot feature enhances security by preventing forensic data extraction, ensuring user privacy and data protection.

Most Browser Extensions Have Access to Sensitive Enterprise Data, New Report Reveals
A new report reveals that most browser extensions can access sensitive enterprise data, raising concerns about security and privacy in the workplace.

EU Provides Staff with ‘Burner Phones and Laptops’ for US Trips
EU equips staff with burner phones and laptops for US trips to enhance security and protect sensitive information during official visits.

US Prohibits Foreign Governments from Accessing Citizen Data
US bans foreign governments from accessing citizen data, enhancing privacy protections and national security against foreign surveillance threats.

Chrome 136 Addresses Two-Decade-Old Privacy Vulnerability in Browser History
Chrome 136 fixes a 20-year-old privacy flaw in browser history, enhancing user security and protecting sensitive data from potential breaches.

Ex-Meta Executive Alleges Zuck Offered US Citizen Data to Gain Access to China
Ex-Meta executive claims Mark Zuckerberg proposed sharing US citizen data to secure access to the Chinese market, raising privacy concerns.
Blue Shield: Member PHI Exposed to Google Ads via Web Trackers
Blue Shield faces a data breach as member PHI is exposed to Google Ads through web trackers, raising concerns over privacy and security.

Insider Tips for Safely Sharing Information with Journalists
Discover essential tips for securely sharing information with journalists while protecting your privacy and maintaining control over your narrative.

Pharmacist Allegedly Used Webcams to Invade Women’s Privacy at Work and Home
Pharmacist accused of using webcams to invade women’s privacy at work and home, raising serious concerns about safety and consent.

Decade-Long Surveillance: Hospital Pharmacist Accused of Spying on Colleagues
Hospital pharmacist faces accusations of a decade-long surveillance scheme targeting colleagues, raising concerns over privacy and workplace ethics.

UK Fails to Secure Total Secrecy in Apple Backdoor Request
UK’s attempt to secure total secrecy in its Apple backdoor request fails, raising concerns over privacy and government surveillance practices.