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.....»»
Online Safety Bill: Beefed up internet rules become law
The legislation requires firms to remove illegal content but has attracted privacy concerns......»»
What to do if your webcam doesn"t work in macOS Sonoma
Apple removed support for legacy camera and video system extensions in macOS Sonoma 14.1 — here's what to do if your webcam doesn't work after updating.A green dot privacy indicatorSome users may not be aware that their aging products are using leg.....»»
Even Google CEO Sundar Pichai doesn’t understand Google’s privacy controls
Pichai told Congress users could "clearly see" what data Google is collecting. Enlarge (credit: Sean Gallup | Getty Images) No one in the world seems to know how Google's privacy controls work, and the company probably l.....»»
Apple hikes Apple One cost by up to $5 as most services prices rise
Apple has raised the prices of many of its services subscriptions, from individual ones such as Apple Music, to its overall Apple One bundle tiers.Apple has increased the cost of subscribing to some of its services almost precisely 12 months after it.....»»
New York can resume family DNA searches for crime suspects, court rules
New York's highest court on Tuesday ruled police can resume a DNA searching method that can identify relatives of potential suspects, a technique that has helped solve crimes but caused privacy concerns......»»
Consumers are taking action to protect their privacy
Younger consumers are taking deliberate action to protect their privacy, as 42% of consumers aged 18-24 exercise their Data Subject Access Rights, compared with just 6% for consumers 75 and older, according to Cisco. Consumers express willingness to.....»»
Elon Musk says X to have two new premium tiers
The latest change to the platform will see two layers of subscriptions - one with adverts and one without......»»
Apple’s first iOS 17.1 RC claims to fix bug causing Significant Locations setting to reset
Last month, 9to5Mac reported on claims that iPhone users were experiencing privacy settings change without permission after updating to iOS 17. Now, in an update available for beta testers, Apple claims to have addressed the bug. more….....»»
WhatsApp gets even more private with self-destructing voice messages
WhatsApp is about to get a new privacy in a future update in the form of self-destructing voice messages. The post WhatsApp gets even more private with self-destructing voice messages appeared first on Phandroid. When it comes to privacy,.....»»
Court downplayed privacy risks to uphold cops’ keyword warrant, experts say
Court ruling may incentivize cops to push the envelope on novel surveillance tactics. Enlarge (credit: living_images | E+) On Monday, the Colorado Supreme Court ruled that Google search data evidence retrieved by Denver.....»»
Face search company Clearview AI overturns UK privacy fine
Controversial firm, which acts as a search engine for faces, wins appeal against a watchdog......»»
Narwhal for Reddit app will cost $3.99/month, as tiered approach rejected
The Narwhal for Reddit app now has confirmed pricing, after surveying the views of users. The developer says that thoughts of tiered subscriptions have been abandoned, and that the app will instead have a single plan costing $3.99 per month. This.....»»
Powerful California privacy law and right to repair law are both now in effect
A powerful new California privacy law has now taken effect, designed to make it far easier for consumers to request that data brokers delete their data instead of selling it. The state’s right to repair legislation is also now active. It’s hop.....»»
Snapchat My AI may be banned in UK over ‘worrying’ child privacy concerns
Snapchat’s My AI feature is facing the prospect of a ban in the UK, over concerns that it may be putting the privacy of children at risk. It follows separate user outrage at the ChatGPT integration being pinned to the top of their chats, and a m.....»»
Fortanix adds data sovereignty to enhance DSM for global data security and privacy compliance
Fortanix has unveiled new capabilities for Fortanix Data Security Manager (DSM) to help public and private organizations address growing data sovereignty requirements globally. Available now, the existing and new features deliver several key capabili.....»»
Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 for Mac dips to $29.97, a discount of 87% off
Say good-bye to pesky subscriptions with this 88% cash discount on a standalone Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 license for Mac.Looking for an affordable way to outfit your Mac with Microsoft Office, without the hassle of managing a subscriptio.....»»
Disclosure of Pirates’ Identities “Compatible With EU Privacy Laws”
The top legal advisor to Europe's highest court says that the retention and disclosure of suspected pirates' identifying information is compatible with EU privacy laws. Advocate General Szpunar's opinion is presented as a legal solution to a long-run.....»»
Russia Prepares RuStore VPN Ban After Declaring RuStore Installation Mandatory
Russia's incremental moves to eliminate online privacy regularly target VPNs. To 'free' itself from Google and Apple, in 2022 Russia launched its very own app store, which ironically offers dozens of VPNs. After the government recently announced the.....»»
Encrypted Client Hello (ECH) Effectively Defeats Pirate Site Blocking
Cloudflare has enabled Encrypted Client Hello for all customers on free plans, which includes many pirate sites. The new privacy feature makes it impossible for Internet providers to track which websites subscribers visit. As a result, it also render.....»»
Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 for Mac dips to $32.97, a discount of 87% off
Say good-bye to pesky subscriptions with this 87% cash discount on a standalone Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 license for Mac.Looking for an affordable way to outfit your Mac with Microsoft Office, without the hassle of managing a subscriptio.....»»