November 27, 2024 at 03:36AM A Cracked Labs report reveals that office buildings resemble web browsers, employing tracking technology to monitor employee movements and behaviors. This raises privacy concerns in the US and Europe, prompting regulatory guidance. The report emphasizes the need for safeguards against misuse of personal data and calls for better legal protection … Read more
October 29, 2024 at 06:38AM An investigation revealed that France’s presidential security group members have inadvertently disclosed their locations via the fitness app Strava while exercising, potentially compromising President Macron’s security. Similar issues have previously arisen with Strava and other fitness apps, highlighting ongoing vulnerabilities in sharing geolocalized information publicly. ### Meeting Takeaways: 1. **Security … Read more
June 14, 2024 at 03:00AM Life360 disclosed a data breach affecting personal information stored on a customer support platform, after hackers with intent to extort the company claimed possession of stolen information. Certain details of Tile customers were potentially compromised, but no sensitive information like credit card numbers or location data was included. Life360 has … Read more
May 15, 2024 at 08:00AM Apple and Google introduced a new feature on their mobile operating systems to alert users to unwanted location trackers moving with them. The industry-first feature targets Bluetooth LE accessories with built-in location-tracking capabilities. iOS and Android users will receive alerts when such devices are detected. The feature has been implemented … Read more
May 14, 2024 at 01:33AM Apple and Google have jointly launched a new feature, “Detecting Unwanted Location Trackers” (DULT), to notify users if a Bluetooth tracking device is being used without their knowledge. This move addresses privacy and safety concerns, particularly due to reports of such devices being misused for nefarious purposes. Additionally, Apple has … Read more
April 16, 2024 at 06:51AM The proposed $62 million settlement between Google and users object as insufficient and raise concerns of ties between Google and beneficiaries, the politics of organizations, and a lack of consent for fund allocation. Attorney Theodore Frank argues for individual payments and questions the proposed recipients. A hearing is scheduled for … Read more
April 2, 2024 at 07:26PM The FCC is taking action to address security flaws in American telephone networks, particularly the SS7 and Diameter protocols. These vulnerabilities have reportedly been exploited by foreign governments and surveillance entities for remote spying. The FCC is seeking input from telecommunication providers and aims to implement better security standards. Senator … Read more
January 19, 2024 at 12:14PM The FTC settled with InMarket, prohibiting it from selling Americans’ location data. The company collects data from its own and third-party apps, creating detailed advertising profiles without users’ consent. The FTC found InMarket’s data retention policy excessive and proposed measures including data deletion and consent enforcement. This is the FTC’s … Read more