A couple of weeks ago, we wrote about an important order from the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC). It set minimum privacy requirements for biometric surveillance in commercial settings, and…
Looking for an extra boost of privacy while you’re surfing the web? We don’t blame you. Almost every website you visit is spying on your data, including your search history,…
It's well known that we are routinely tracked whenever we use the internet. Most people also understand that the primary business model online is surveillance advertising, whereby huge quantities of…
The internet is an essential part of our lives, but being constantly connected makes retaining your privacy a challenge. Ever seen an ad encouraging you to download a VPN app…
Let’s be honest, it doesn’t matter which browser you choose, pretty much all of them collect your data and leave your online security at risk in one way or another.…
Last month we wrote about the latest development in a long-running saga to make Meta abide by the EU’s GDPR privacy law. It’s a vital battle for two reasons: first,…
We've previously warned that the rise of internet-connected doorbell cameras could give local police forces a powerful new surveillance tool. A follow-up article looked at the increasing number of partnerships…
Using your university Wi-Fi network can be as perilous as navigating your freshman year. As if balancing your newfound freedom with your academic targets wasn’t challenging enough, you now have…
Over the last couple of years, it has become increasingly common for customers to be watched, tracked, and analyzed in stores. A key element of this surveillance is AI-based facial…
One of the big battles underway in the world of privacy at the moment involves attempts by governments around the globe to undermine encryption. The principal justification for doing so…