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Are Smart Speakers Compromising Your Privacy? An Unexpected Use of Smart Speaker Data Smart speakers have become a ubiquitous presence in many households, offering convenience and entertainment with just a simple voice command. However, recent research conducted by Umar Iqbal and his team at the McKelvey School of Engineering at Washington University in St. Louis…
Cars: A Privacy Nightmare on Wheels The Concerns In an age where everything is becoming increasingly connected, cars are no exception. However, a recent study conducted by the Mozilla Foundation has found that cars with internet-connected features pose serious privacy risks. These vehicles have been dubbed as “privacy nightmares on wheels.” The study examined the…
Investigating Shadow Profiles: The Data of Others The Existence and Creation of Shadow Profiles Shadow profiles, which contain information about individuals who are not members of social networks, have become a collective problem for society. These profiles, also known as unofficial profiles, are created by social networks based on the information shared by a person’s…
Privacy Watchdogs Call for Permanent Ban on Meta User Data Collection Norway‘s Data Protection Board Accuses Meta of GDPR Violations Norway‘s Data Protection Board (EDPB) has called for a ban on mass Meta user data collection for advertising to be made permanent. The ban, which is set to expire next month, has been in place…
Norway Calls for Permanent Ban on Meta User Data Collection Background A ban on mass Meta user data collection for advertising is set to expire next month in Norway, but privacy watchdogs are advocating for it to be made permanent and extended across Europe. The Norwegian Data Protection Board (EDPB) has accused Meta of violating…
The State of Mac Security: Insights from the 2023 Survey As the digital landscape continues to evolve, it is imperative that users understand the importance of online security and take necessary precautions to protect their devices and personal information. A recent survey conducted on Mac users in 2023 has shed light on the prevailing cybersecurity…
China‘s Efforts to Spy on the West Cyber Warfare The United States has repeatedly warned about China‘s cyber espionage capabilities, describing it as “the broadest, most active, and persistent cyber espionage threat” to the US government and private sector. Chinese hackers have become adept at infiltrating digital systems to gather trade secrets and sensitive information….
Mac Security Survey 2023: Uncovering Cybersecurity Myths and Online Behavior Inconsistencies of Mac Users The Importance of Internet Security Internet security has become a paramount concern in our increasingly digitized world, where online platforms and services are integral to our daily lives. As technology advances, so do the threats that lurk in the virtual space….
Privacy Concerns Arise as X (Formerly Twitter) Collects Biometric Data X Corp., previously known as Twitter, has recently announced a new privacy policy that includes the collection of biometric data from its users. This move has sparked concerns amongst privacy advocates and experts who argue that the collection of such sensitive and permanent information poses…
Investigation Reveals Tracking of Sensitive Health Data on Pharmacy Retailer Websites Introduction An investigation conducted by The Markup and KFF Health News has uncovered the tracking of sensitive health data on the websites of major pharmacy retailers in the United States. The investigation found that browsing- and purchase-related data, including information on HIV tests and…