Sanctioned spyware maker Intellexa had direct access to government espionage victims, researchers say
Researchers reveal that Intellexa, a sanctioned spyware firm, granted its staff remote access to government clients’ surveillance systems via TeamViewer, exposing victims’ personal data. Amnesty International and media partners...
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One of Google’s biggest AI advantages is what it already knows about you
Google’s AI edge stems from its capacity to deeply understand user behavior and preferences. The company’s executives argue this personalization enhances search results but raises privacy concerns. Robby Stein,...
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Flock Uses Overseas Gig Workers to Build Its Surveillance AI
Flock employs remote workers from Upwork in the Philippines to annotate surveillance footage. An accidental data leak revealed these workers review and categorize footage of US vehicles and people....
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New York state law takes aim at personalized pricing
New York’s state budget introduces mandatory disclosure rules for businesses using personal data to set variable prices for customers. The law requires companies to inform shoppers that prices are...
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ChatGPT: Everything you need to know about the AI-powered chatbot
ChatGPT is an AI-driven chatbot developed by OpenAI, offering customizable features like personality settings and integration with external tools. The platform has evolved with updates such as GPT-4 and...
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Hundreds of People With ‘Top Secret’ Clearance Exposed by House Democrats’ Website
A security researcher uncovered a database exposing the personal details of over 450 individuals with ‘top secret’ US government clearances, linked to House Democrats’ internal systems. The database contained...
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WIRED Roundup: DHS’s Privacy Breach, AI Romantic Affairs, and Google Sues Text Scammers
The WIRED podcast episode “Uncanny Valley” examines critical issues surrounding data misuse, AI ethics, and government overreach. It highlights the Department of Homeland Security’s controversial data collection practices targeting...
Read moreThe Arduino Terms of Service and Privacy Policy update: setting the record straight
Arduino clarifies recent updates to its Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, emphasizing that open-source principles remain unchanged despite the Qualcomm acquisition. The changes focus on improving transparency, compliance...
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