Mullvad VPN Axes Recurring Subscriptions In the Name of Privacy
Mullvad has taken the decision to completely remove the ability to create new subscriptions -- all in the name of storing less data about their users. TechRadar reports: "Subscriptions clearly offer a lot of convenience but as we've seen that conveni.....»»
Vanta appoints Jadee Hanson as CISO
Vanta announced that it has appointed Jadee Hanson as its CISO, overseeing Security, Enterprise Engineering, Privacy and Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC), reporting directly to Vanta’s CEO Christina Cacioppo. Hanson is the latest executive to.....»»
AirDrop cracked by China, revealing phone number and email address of sender
In a significant breach of Apple’s privacy measures, a new report says that AirDrop was cracked by the Chinese government, to reveal the phone number and email address of senders. The anonymity of AirDrop was one of the reasons it has been commo.....»»
Rapid AI development is putting security and privacy at risk
It doesn't require much knowledge to poison or misdirect an AI in most phases of its development.....»»
Apple again opposes proposed UK surveillance powers, through trade body
Apple last year described proposed new UK surveillance powers as “a serious and direct threat to data security and information privacy” – and it has repeated its opposition to the proposed legal changes, though the techUK trade body. The tec.....»»
Legal, compliance and privacy leaders anxious about rapid GenAI adoption
Rapid GenAI adoption is the top-ranked issue for the next two years for legal, compliance and privacy leaders, according to Gartner. 70% of respondents reported rapid GenAI adoption as a top concern for them. “Increases in capability and usability.....»»
The 10 most pirated shows of 2023: The Last of Us tops the list
As long as streaming services continue to hike prices of subscriptions year after year, piracy will always be the logical alternative for those who don’t … The post The 10 most pirated shows of 2023: The Last of Us tops the list appeared.....»»
Google just settled a $5B privacy suit involving Chrome browser
Google has agreed to settle a $5 billion lawsuit brought by claimants who accused the web giant of privacy invasion by tracking their online activities......»»
Google just settled a $5 billion privacy suit involving Chrome browser
Google has agreed to settle a $5 billion lawsuit brought by claimants who accused the web giant of privacy invasion by tracking their online activities......»»
Researchers come up with better idea to prevent AirTag stalking
Solution relies in part on cryptography practice of secret sharing to maximize privacy. Enlarge (credit: BackyardProduction via Getty Images) Apple's AirTags are meant to help you effortlessly find your keys or track you.....»»
4 ways to relax and reduce stress with Apple Watch
Whether it’s something recurring or an unexpected event, we all experience stress and anxiety. You may not have thought about it, but if you have an Apple Watch, there’s a useful tool on your wrist to help deliver some peace and calm. Follow alon.....»»
FTC suggests new rules to shift parents’ burden of protecting kids to websites
FTC seeking public comments on new rules to expand children's privacy law. Enlarge (credit: JGI/Jamie Grill | Tetra images) The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is currently seeking comments on new rules that would further.....»»
New Apple Watch band connector: Three reasons to believe the reports (and one reason not to worry)
There have been recurring rumors that a new Apple Watch band connector is in the works, rendering existing bands incompatible with future Watch models. There are three reasons to believe that the reports are true, but I’d expect the change to b.....»»
Balancing AI’s promise with privacy and intellectual property concerns
Organizations increasingly integrate AI technologies into their cybersecurity architectures to enhance detection, response, and mitigation capabilities. One of the key strengths of AI in cybersecurity lies in its ability to predict and prevent attack.....»»
Copilot is the best and smartest budgeting app for iPhone users: Here’s why
When it comes to choosing a budgeting app, there are a number of different factors to consider. These range from things like usability and features to crucial things like privacy and security. Copilot checks all of those boxes and many more. Here’s.....»»
Apple pilots new way to allow developers to offer discounted subscriptions
Apple has launched a new option for developers called "contingent pricing for subscriptions," enabling the sale of discounted secondary app subscriptions for existing subscribers.App StoreDevelopers have a variety of ways to try and entice users to p.....»»
Preserving privacy through advanced encryption techniques
At its core, encryption involves the use of algorithms, mathematical functions that manipulate data into a seemingly random and indecipherable form. This encoded information, referred to as ciphertext, can only be converted back into its original, me.....»»
Apple pilots discounted subscription scheme to developers
Apple has launched a new option for developers called "contingent pricing for subscriptions," enabling the sale of discounted secondary app subscriptions for existing subscribers.App StoreDevelopers have a variety of ways to try and entice users to p.....»»
Apple announces new ‘contingent pricing’ feature for App Store subscriptions
Apple has announced a new “contingent pricing” feature for subscriptions in the App Store. According to the company, this gives developers a new way to “attract and retain subscribers” by offering “a discounted subscription price as long as.....»»
Apple to pay $25 million to settle Family Sharing lawsuit; here’s who’s eligible for a cut
Apple will pay out $25 million to settle a class action lawsuit that alleged the company “misrepresented the ability to use its Family Sharing feature to share subscriptions to apps.” The lawsuit centered on how in-app subscriptions might not be.....»»
Marketing company claims it can eavesdrop on your conversations thru your devices
In what would be a massive privacy breach if it were true, a major marketing company is claiming that it can eavesdrop on your conversations, through microphones in smartphones, TVs, and smart speakers. Calling the claimed capability Active Listen.....»»