What Zoom’s AI Blunder Can Teach Us About Future Threats to Privacy
It’s no surprise that AI is starting to seep into every kind of digital service, even if the frenzy over generative AI seems to be dying down somewhat. But over on…
Cybersecurity
The Best & Worst States in America for Online Privacy (2026 Update)
There are no federal online privacy laws in the US, so each state is left to create its own rules. While some have comprehensive protections in place, others allow sites…
How to Improve Your Smart Home Security: Expert Tips for Safeguarding Your Connected Devices
As the world becomes increasingly connected, smart homes are becoming more prevalent, providing us with convenience, comfort, and automation. However, with the benefits of this advanced technology comes the need…
Chatbot Privacy Is Possible with Open Source Models, but Big Tech Might Not Like It
Back in February, PIA blog was one of the first to point out that chatbots might indeed be an exciting breakthrough for artificial intelligence (AI), but that they also represent…
How a New UN Cybercrime Treaty Could Lead to the Repression of Civil Liberties
Spyware is arguably one of the most insidious threats to privacy today. While other forms of privacy invasion – CCTV surveillance or even browser cookies – are more or less…
Data Protection Authorities Around the World Investigate ChatGPT Over Privacy Concerns
At the beginning of February, when the excitement over generative AI systems like ChatGPT was starting to build, I warned on the PIA blog “it seems certain that much of…
How to Make Your Own VPN – It’s Not As Easy As Some Tutorials Make It Look
If you’ve ever been curious about making your own VPN, this article is for you. Maybe you’re up for the challenge of creating a completely customized VPN or you’ve been…
Meta’s Lawsuit Against NSO Goes Forward – The Fight Against NSO Spyware Gains Strength
The murky world of government spyware has never been the same after the Pegasus Project leaked in July 2021 a list of over 50,000 phone numbers believed to be people…
Can Websites & Apps Track Your Phone?
It’s easier than ever for websites and apps to track your phone. You may not know it, but your phone contains information specifically designed to help third parties track you.…
Apple Updates: Better iCloud Security
Apple has made two important announcements that will enhance privacy for its users, and that could have important beneficial knock-on effects around the world: Wired reported that Apple has dropped…