April 17, 2024 at 07:54PM The US Senate is set to renew surveillance powers under FISA Section 702, allowing intelligence agencies to spy on foreign communications. A new provision may broaden the definition of electronic communications service provider, raising concerns about privacy and civil liberties. The House has passed the RISAA bill, but objections from … Read more
April 2, 2024 at 08:06AM A parliamentary probe in Poland is investigating the potential misuse of the Pegasus spyware by former government officials. Justice Minister Adam Bodnar anticipates identifying how the software was utilized and potentially accusing certain individuals. The NSO Group, responsible for Pegasus, contends it’s intended for legitimate government use, despite reports of … Read more
March 20, 2024 at 09:21AM Kaspersky’s 2023 report noted a rise in stalkerware cases, affecting 31,031 people globally. Europe had 2,645 unique cases, with Germany, France, and the UK being most affected. In North America, the US accounted for 77% of instances. The software allows intrusive monitoring without the victim’s knowledge, posing risks, particularly in … Read more
February 26, 2024 at 05:04PM Nevada AG Ford’s law firm requested a TRO to prevent minors from accessing encrypted communication in Meta’s Messenger app. This follows civil lawsuits alleging deceptive marketing tactics targeting young users. The TRO claim argues that end-to-end encryption hinders law enforcement and poses risks to children, while experts and scholars express … Read more
February 22, 2024 at 10:39PM The U.S. Federal Trade Commission fined antivirus vendor Avast $16.5 million for selling users’ browsing data to advertisers despite claiming to block online tracking. Avast is banned from selling web browsing data for advertising and must notify affected users. Misleading privacy practices led to public backlash and the termination of … Read more
January 21, 2024 at 03:15PM Brave Software plans to discontinue the ‘Strict’ fingerprinting protection mode in its privacy-focused Brave Browser due to its negative impact on website functionality. The mode, designed to enhance user privacy, causes issues for roughly 0.5% of users, making them more susceptible to tracking. The change aims to prioritize efficiency and … Read more
January 10, 2024 at 05:42PM Consumer electronics manufacturers are rapidly innovating while regulators struggle to keep pace. This innovation has implications for data privacy, which remains in a precarious state. Based on the meeting notes, it is clear that consumer electronics manufacturers are rapidly innovating while regulators are slow to adapt to these changes. The … Read more
December 8, 2023 at 05:35PM Two bills to reauthorize America’s FISA Section 702 spying powers advanced in House committees this week. The House Judiciary Committee approved the Protect Liberty and End Warrantless Surveillance Act, including reforms requiring a warrant for US person queries. The House Intelligence Committee passed the FISA Reform and Reauthorization Act without … Read more
October 19, 2023 at 12:01AM In today’s digital world, personal privacy is frequently compromised due to the exchange of personal information. The public often feels powerless against data brokers and overwhelmed by information overload. A consumer survey revealed the need for better privacy tools and understanding. With data breaches becoming more common, a collaborative effort … Read more