Tag: privacy

Telegram Denies Existence of Reported Critical Vulnerability Involving Malicious Stickers

Telegram refutes claims of a critical security flaw that allegedly enables attacks via malicious stickers, stating the vulnerability does not exist.

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Apple Discloses User Identity to Authorities Despite ‘Hide My Email’ Feature

Apple revealed a user’s identity to law enforcement despite the ‘Hide My Email’ feature meant to conceal real addresses.

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Apple Removes Several Popular VPN Apps from Russian App Store Following Regulator Demand

Apple has pulled multiple widely used VPN applications from its Russian App Store after a request from local authorities.

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OpenAI Clarifies Ads Are Currently Limited to US Users in ChatGPT

OpenAI confirms ChatGPT advertisements are active only in the US despite policy updates noticed elsewhere.

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Meta to End End-to-End Encryption for Instagram Direct Messages by May 2026

Meta will disable end-to-end encryption for Instagram private messages starting May 2026, with advance user notifications planned.

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Yandex Confirms No Remote Hacks Reported on Its Smart Speakers

Yandex states that no remote hacking incidents involving its smart speakers have been recorded to date, emphasizing strong cybersecurity design.

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Nine More Countries Move to Restrict Social Media Access for Minors

Following Australia’s lead, nine additional countries are preparing legislation to limit social media use among children and teenagers.

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DJI Rewards User $30,000 After Discovering Vulnerabilities in Romo Robot Vacuums

DJI paid $30,000 to a user who uncovered a network of 7,000 Romo vacuums vulnerable to remote control and spying risks.

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Deveillance Launches Spectre I to Shield Conversations from Smartphone Eavesdropping and AI Surveillance

Deveillance introduces Spectre I, a portable device designed to block eavesdropping from smartphones and AI-powered recording gadgets, priced at $1199.

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Meta Faces Lawsuit Over Privacy Breach Linked to Ray-Ban Smart Glasses

Meta and Luxottica sued after reports reveal subcontractors in Kenya viewed sensitive videos recorded by Ray-Ban smart glasses users.

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Meta Faces Privacy Concerns Over AI Training Using Ray-Ban Smart Glasses Footage

Meta’s use of Ray-Ban smart glasses video, including intimate footage, for AI training raises privacy concerns as human reviewers in Kenya examine the content.

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Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Flagship Series Featuring Enhanced AI Capabilities and Privacy Screen

Samsung launches Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra with refreshed design, boosted AI performance, and a new privacy-focused display.

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