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FBI warns against using Chinese mobile apps due to privacy risks
The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) warned Americans against using foreign-developed mobile applications, particularly those created by Chinese developers.
- April 01, 2026
- 07:39 AM
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Proton launches new "Meet" privacy-focused conferencing platform
Proton has announced a new video conferencing service named Meet and positioned it as a privacy-focused alternative to mainstream services like Google Meet, Zoom, and Microsoft Teams.
- March 31, 2026
- 06:42 PM
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New report: How browser-based attacks are bypassing your security controls
Browser-based attacks, from AITM phishing and ClickFix to malicious OAuth apps and session hijacking, are driving today's biggest breaches.
A new report from Push Security breaks down the techniques attackers are using, real-world case studies, and the detection gaps leaving security teams exposed.
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Firefox now has a free built-in VPN with 50GB monthly data limit
Mozilla released Firefox 149 with added privacy protection through a built-in VPN tool offering up to 50GB of monthly traffic.
- March 24, 2026
- 01:23 PM
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WhatsApp introduces parent-managed accounts for pre-teens
WhatsApp has begun rolling out parent-managed accounts for pre-teens, allowing parents and guardians to decide who can contact them and which groups they can join.
- March 11, 2026
- 04:06 PM
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Samsung TVs to stop collecting Texans’ data without express consent
Samsung and the State of Texas have reached a settlement agreement over the alleged unlawful collection of content-viewing information through its smart TVs
- March 01, 2026
- 10:23 AM
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Microsoft adds Copilot data controls to all storage locations
Microsoft is expanding data loss prevention (DLP) controls to block the Microsoft 365 Copilot AI assistant from processing confidential Word, Excel, and PowerPoint documents, regardless of their location.
- February 24, 2026
- 12:30 PM
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UK fines Reddit $19 million for using children’s data unlawfully
The UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has fined Reddit £14.47 million (over $19.5 million) for collecting and using the personal information of children under 13 without adequate safeguards.
- February 24, 2026
- 09:54 AM
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Microsoft says bug causes Copilot to summarize confidential emails
Microsoft says a Microsoft 365 Copilot bug has been causing the AI assistant to summarize confidential emails since late January, bypassing data loss prevention (DLP) policies that organizations rely on to protect sensitive information.
- February 18, 2026
- 07:03 AM
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Ireland now also investigating X over Grok-made sexual images
Ireland's Data Protection Commission (DPC), the country's data protection authority, has opened a formal investigation into X over the use of the platform's Grok artificial intelligence tool to generate non-consensual sexual images of real people, including children.
- February 17, 2026
- 05:02 AM
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Fake AI Chrome extensions with 300K users steal credentials, emails
A set of 30 malicious Chrome extensions that have been installed by more than 300,000 users are masquerading as AI assistants to steal credentials, email content, and browsing information.
- February 12, 2026
- 08:41 AM
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Microsoft announces new mobile-style Windows security controls
Microsoft wants to introduce smartphone-style app permission prompts in Windows 11 to request user consent before apps can access sensitive resources such as files, cameras, and microphones.
- February 10, 2026
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New Apple privacy feature limits location tracking on iPhones, iPads
Apple is introducing a new privacy feature that lets users limit the precision of location data shared with cellular networks on some iPhone and iPad models.
- February 01, 2026
- 10:20 AM
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Researcher reveals evidence of private Instagram profiles leaking photos
A researcher has released detailed evidence showing some Instagram private accounts exposed photo links to unauthenticated visitors. The issue was later fixed, but Meta closed the report as not applicable and did not respond to multiple requests for comment.
- January 31, 2026
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Critical WhisperPair flaw lets hackers track, eavesdrop via Bluetooth audio devices
A critical vulnerability in Google's Fast Pair protocol can allow attackers to hijack Bluetooth audio accessories like wireless headphones and earbuds, track users, and eavesdrop on their conversations.
- January 15, 2026
- 11:13 AM
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FTC bans GM from selling drivers' location data for five years
The FTC has finalized an order with General Motors, settling charges that it collected and sold the location and driving data of millions of drivers without consent.
- January 15, 2026
- 04:59 AM
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Google's Personal Intelligence links Gmail, Photos and Search to Gemini
Google is rolling out 'Personal Intelligence,' a new Gemini feature that pulls your data from Gmail, Photos, Google Search, and other products.
- January 14, 2026
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California bans data broker reselling health data of millions
The California Privacy Protection Agency (CalPrivacy) has taken action against the Datamasters marketing firm that sold the health and personal data of millions of users without being registered as a data broker.
- January 11, 2026
- 10:23 AM
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Texas court blocks Samsung from tracking TV viewing, then vacates order
The State of Texas obtained a short-lived, temporary restraining order (TRO) against Samsung that prohibited the South Korean company from collecting audio and visual data about what Texas consumers are watching on their TVs.
- January 08, 2026
- 11:47 AM
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OpenAI says ChatGPT won't use your health information to train its models
OpenAI is rolling out ChatGPT Health, which is a dedicated space for health conversations. Amidst privacy concerns, OpenAI said it won't use your health data.
- January 07, 2026
- 06:28 PM
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Disney will pay $10 million to settle children's data privacy lawsuit
A federal judge has approved an order requiring Disney to pay a $10 million civil penalty to settle claims that it violated the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act by mislabeling videos and allowing data collection for targeted advertising.
- December 31, 2025
- 04:43 AM
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