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Facebook has a lot of problems, then there are a lot of problems for Facebook—and both are not going to end anytime sooner. Though Facebook has already set aside $5 billion from its revenue to cover a possible fine the company is expecting as a result of an FTC investigation over privacy violations, it seems […]
Months after India came up with new rules on FDI in e-commerce, India has now proposed new standards in the e-commerce sector with a focus on local data centers in the country and enhanced privacy measures. The proposed rules hint at data centers and server farms in India to ensure that users’ data stay in […]
It seems that Twitter’s definition of ‘Delete’ is different from ours. In a report published by Techcrunch, it was revealed that Twitter retains users’ messages for years even after they have deactivated their account. Twitter’s policies state that if anyone wants to opt out of the platform, they can have their account “deactivated and then […]
Turning on the “Do Not Track” option in Google Chrome is like putting up a signboard at your home saying “Please, don’t look into my house” and keeping your windows open at the same time, says DuckDuckGo’s blog post. The privacy-focused browser has bashed Google for its “Do Not Track” settings. When you toggle on the […]
France’s data privacy watchdog National Commission for Informatics and Liberties (NCIL) has slapped a $57 million fine on Google for not complying with GDPR rules. This is the biggest fine that has been imposed on a tech company after GDPR rules come into effect from May last year. According to CNIL, the fine has been imposed because the tech giant failed to provide […]
Apple CEO Tim Cook has time and again advocated strict laws to prevent misuse of user data by companies. The Cupertino giant takes pride in introducing itself as a company that doesn’t treat its customers as a product. The Cupertino giant skipped CES 2019, but it made a strong statement nonetheless by hanging a billboard stating, “What happens […]
California-based Mozilla recently hosted a round-table conference during its first Indian edition of ‘Privacy Matters’ to discuss issues related to data privacy. The round-table conference involved various prominent people from companies such as Aditya Birla Group, Dunzo, Ibibo, Practo, Ola, Zeotap, Zomato, for data privacy prior to the introduction of the data privacy protection law. […]
Aimed at preventing leaks of personal information from state agencies, Russia has drawn up a bill, a move that follows publication of details of Russians allegedly involved in covert intelligence operations abroad. Based on reports from Reuters and Interfax, the bill, produced by Russia’s communications ministry, bars unauthorized people from creating and publishing databases of […]
Creating a dating profile is pretty easy. You head over to the profile section of an app and start filling every single detail about yourself. That includes usernames, e-mail addresses, sexual orientation, interests, professions, thorough physical characteristics, personality traits and much more. For the sake of looking genuine, you even post up some of your […]
In the recent past, Google has brought changes in the privacy controls and search history that makes it possible to review and delete search history. But it wasn’t that simple and obvious. This is why Google is bringing new changes that will let you review and delete recent search history within Google search itself. As we […]
Sick of paying money for coffee at your favorite chain? Well, this Japanese cafe offers free coffee, but for a different currency. At Japanese chain Shiru Cafe, you pay with your personal information, instead of money. Students and faculty members give away their ID which includes personal information like names, dates of birth and work experience. Afterward, they […]
Yet another privacy concern for Google Chrome users! Previously, we talked about Google’s auto-login mechanism which is hijacking our local Google Chrome data. Now, another Chrome 69 setting has come to light which is risking our freedom to remove data. Spotted by Jan ?? Wildeboer, now Chrome won’t remove cookies and other site data of its own services in the […]
Google brought in a bunch of new features in the new Chrome 69 version. While many of them were much appreciated, some didn’t go well with the users. Apparently, there is another less advertised tweak that people are not happy about. Google has introduced an auto-login mechanism from Chrome 69. First covered by ZDNet, whenever a […]
Back in July 2018, it was reported that Google shares Gmail user data with third-party apps and US lawmakers had asked the company to explain what it was up to. Now Google has officially admitted to not only giving Gmail account data to third-party developers, but also allowing them to share that data with other […]
Nowadays, smart devices have taken the wicked roads, contrary to the original plan of helping the citizens of the world. A few days back, we heard how remotely controlled home devices, doorbells, and thermostats are being used to inculcate fear among domestic abuse victims. Now another acute case of smart devices has come to light where a […]
Organizations that gather data of citizens in the European Union (EU) nations should agree to strict new standards around ensuring client information by May 25. The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is relied upon to set another standard for consumer rights with respect to their information, however, organizations will be tested as they set up […]
The aftermath of Facebook CA scandal has attracted several comments and criticism from common people and prominent figures alike. Now Richard Stallman, the man behind GNU project and free software movement, has shared his views in a column on The Guardian on restoring privacy through stricter regulations for data accumulation. The American programmer and activist, widely […]
Data Breaches are on the rise, creating disasters for companies throughout the world. Just this year, there have been seemingly endless security breaches and hacks, with the victims being both individuals and organizations. While taking protective measures should be the first solution to stay ahead of threats, understanding the types of data breaches and knowing […]
Short Bytes: The maker of McAfee antivirus and privacy advocate John McAfee is again in the headlines. In his latest op-ed, he stresses upon the need of encryption, calling it a necessity. Bashing the governments who demand restrictions on encryption measures, he says that Obama administration lacks the real understanding of privacy. John McAfee, the most […]
Short Bytes: Your perception about NSA might change a little after reading the statement by a former director of NSA, General Michael Hayden, where he is trying to see some value in the personal data. He defended end-to-end encryption by calling it good for America. NSA talking about the data privacy? Does not look absurd? […]