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Protect your digital life with the latest privacy news, covering smart device surveillance risks and OS security backdoors.
Congress is once again attempting to pass a national data privacy law. But while it would introduce new protections in some states, it would weaken privacy rights in others — and it’s missing several elements that privacy advocates deem necessary. …
… It’s a notable update for a platform that has struggled with privacy in the past. …
Chrome on Android is increasing privacy with approximate location sharing.
A years-old bank heist may soon have major privacy implications for every American who owns a cellphone. …
… Developers may now find themselves forced to choose between respecting users’ privacy preferences and complying with the law. “Protecting children online is absolutely important,” Michael Dolan, SVP of strategic programs at the Linux Foundation, told The Verge. “However, age verification mandates i… …
… A community organizer’s guide to Signal group chats Key privacy settings and best practices. …