Judge Rules in Favor of Musk’s DOGE Accessing Government Data A recent ruling by a federal court has sparked a wave of discussions and debates within the tech and government sectors. The decision allows Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to maintain its access to sensitive US government agency data, despite lingering concerns regarding […]
South Korea halts new downloads of DeepSeek over privacy concerns
South Korea Halts New Downloads of DeepSeek Over Privacy Concerns South Korea recently made a significant move by halting new downloads of the popular mobile application DeepSeek. This decision comes as a response to growing concerns over the app’s data protection practices, particularly regarding user privacy. The South Korean government’s action sheds light on the […]
TikTok Grabs Market Share From Shein Despite Looming Risks
TikTok Shop Surges Ahead, Outpacing Shein in Market Share Race In the ever-competitive landscape of e-commerce, TikTok has emerged as a formidable player, making significant strides in grabbing market share from established giants like Shein. Recent data revealed by BSM’s Joe Hung showcases TikTok’s impressive performance, with observed sales skyrocketing by a staggering 153 percent […]
UK gambling websites breach data protection laws
UK Gambling Websites Under Fire for Breaching Data Protection Laws In a shocking turn of events, UK gambling websites have come under scrutiny for allegedly breaching data protection laws. Accusations have surfaced regarding illegal data sharing with Meta, the parent company of social media giant Facebook, raising significant privacy concerns among users and regulatory authorities. […]
South Korea accuses DeepSeek of excessive data collection
South Korea Accuses DeepSeek of Excessive Data Collection In a recent turn of events, South Korea has raised concerns over the data collection practices of tech giant DeepSeek. The Local Intelligence Service has questioned the AI responses and data handling of DeepSeek’s subsidiary, LLM, sparking a debate on the boundaries of data collection and privacy […]
Belgian watchdog receives complaint over DeepSeek’s data practices
Belgian Watchdog Investigates DeepSeek’s Data Practices, Raises Privacy Concerns In the age of digital transformation, data privacy has become a paramount concern for individuals and regulatory bodies alike. Recently, the Belgian watchdog received a complaint regarding DeepSeek’s data practices, prompting authorities to consider a broader examination of the company’s compliance with privacy laws. This development […]
Italian data protection authority launches investigation into DeepSeek AI over privacy concerns
Italian Data Protection Authority Investigates DeepSeek AI Amid Privacy Concerns The Italian Data Protection Authority has recently set its sights on DeepSeek, an artificial intelligence company, citing worries about potential threats to the personal information of millions of Italian citizens. This move comes as part of the Authority’s broader efforts to ensure the protection of […]
Private messages shared by LinkedIn spark class-action lawsuit
Private Messages Shared by LinkedIn Spark Class-Action Lawsuit LinkedIn, the professional networking platform, has found itself at the center of a controversy as private messages shared among Premium customers have led to a class-action lawsuit over privacy concerns. The lawsuit, which has gained traction in recent weeks, highlights the importance of data protection and privacy […]
Meta faces new challenge in India over data sharing
Meta faces new challenge in India over data sharing In recent years, Meta, the parent company of social media behemoth Facebook, has been facing a myriad of challenges related to data sharing and user privacy. The latest hurdle comes from India, one of the largest markets for Meta’s services, where WhatsApp’s data-sharing block threatens the […]
Apple’s iPhone Photo Feature Raises Privacy Concerns
In a decision that has raised eyebrows within privacy advocacy circles, Apple’s latest iOS update introduces a photo search feature that defaults to sharing encrypted data with the company. This move has sparked a vigorous debate about the intersection of technology, privacy, and user consent. The new feature, which allows users to search their photo […]