Why Instagram Ads Feel Like Eavesdropping: Insights from Instagram Head Adam Mosseri, the head of Instagram, recently addressed the long-standing speculation surrounding the app’s advertising practices in a video statement. Users have often expressed concerns that Instagram may be listening to their conversations to tailor advertisements to their interests. However, Mosseri vehemently denied these claims, […]
UK users lose access to Imgur amid watchdog probe
UK Users Left in the Dark as Imgur Pulls the Plug: What This Means for Data Privacy In a surprising turn of events, UK users recently found themselves unable to access the popular image-sharing platform Imgur. This abrupt change came in the midst of a watchdog probe into the platform’s data protection practices, leaving many […]
LinkedIn expands AI training with default data use
LinkedIn Expands AI Training with Default Data Use LinkedIn, the professional networking platform, recently made headlines with its decision to expand its AI training capabilities through default data use. This move has sparked a debate among users and privacy advocates, as it requires users to manually switch off settings if they do not want LinkedIn […]
US judge rejects Meta’s bid to overturn verdict in reproductive data case
US Judge Upholds Jury Verdict Against Meta for Illegally Intercepting Reproductive Health Data In a recent legal battle that has captivated the tech world, a federal judge has made a significant ruling against Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram. The judge upheld a jury verdict that found Meta guilty of illegally intercepting reproductive […]
Privacy concerns arise as Google reportedly expands gaming data sharing
Privacy Concerns Arise as Google Reportedly Expands Gaming Data Sharing Google’s reported expansion of gaming data sharing has raised eyebrows and sparked privacy concerns among users and regulators alike. The tech giant’s move to share more gaming data could signal a shift towards incorporating social and data-driven gaming features, but it also brings to light […]
Brave uncovers vulnerability in Perplexity’s Comet that risked sensitive user data
Brave Exposes Critical Vulnerability in Perplexity’s Comet Putting Sensitive User Data at Risk In a recent discovery by cybersecurity experts at Brave, a significant vulnerability has been unearthed within Perplexity’s widely used Comet software. This flaw has raised serious concerns as it has the potential to compromise sensitive user information, including emails, passwords, and even […]
Meta teams up with Midjourney for AI video and image tools
Meta Teams Up with Midjourney for AI Video and Image Tools Meta, formerly known as Facebook, has made a significant move in the realm of artificial intelligence by teaming up with the independent tech company, Midjourney. This partnership marks a new chapter in the tech industry, as two powerhouses join forces to enhance AI capabilities […]
VPN use surges in UK as age checks go live
VPN Use Surges in UK as Age Checks Go Live The use of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) has seen a significant surge in the UK as age verification checks for accessing online content have been implemented. With the introduction of these age checks, many internet users are turning to VPNs as a way to bypass […]
Italy challenges tech giants over VAT on user data
Italy Challenges Tech Giants Over VAT on User Data In a bold move that could have far-reaching implications for the tech industry, Italy is taking on tech giants over the issue of value-added tax (VAT) on user data. The dispute, which questions how digital services and personal data are valued under EU law, highlights the […]
Meta leaders settle $8 billion lawsuit, avoid testifying in privacy violations case
Meta Leaders Settle $8 Billion Lawsuit, Avoid Testifying in Privacy Violations Case Mark Zuckerberg and several current and former Meta Platforms directors have agreed to settle a monumental $8 billion lawsuit. This settlement comes as a strategic move to avoid testifying in a high-profile case concerning privacy violations. The lawsuit alleged that Meta, formerly known […]