Privacy

"European privacy group files complaint against Microsoft-owned adtech company Xandr for alleged transparency failings and breaches of data access rights. Could result in significant fines under GDPR. Find out why noyb is accusing Xandr of using inaccurate information and failing to respond to data requests."

Discover the new feature from Proton, the Swiss-based pro-privacy productivity app maker. Introducing Docs in Proton Drive, users can now create, edit, and collaborate on documents securely within Proton's cloud storage service. With end-to-end encryption and zero-knowledge architecture, Proton Drive offers a privacy-focused alternative to popular services like Google Drive. Learn more about the features, challenges, and future plans of Proton's suite of privacy-focused products. Upgrade to access powerful collaboration tools and enjoy transparency through open-source code. Join over 100 million users prioritizing privacy and security with Proton.

"European Commission investigates Meta's controversial binary choice violating Digital Markets Act (DMA) | Findings highlight non-compliance with data protection and consumer rules | EU aims to level the competitive playing field in terms of data | Meta urged to provide non-binary, privacy-safe choice | Investigation ongoing with 12-month timeline for completion."

Discover the fediverse: a decentralized social network challenging Big Tech's control. Explore its roots, advantages of privacy and community, and key players like Mastodon and Bluesky. Learn about its challenges and future growth. Join the quirky and innovative movement for privacy, control, and meaningful interactions.

Discover why Telegram's security practices may not be as strong as they seem. With concerns raised about the lack of end-to-end encryption in default chats and doubts surrounding the quality of its encryption algorithm, cybersecurity experts warn against viewing Telegram as a truly secure messaging app. Additionally, the platform's limited resources and lack of infrastructure for dealing with abuse and content moderation raise further concerns. Find out more about Telegram's vulnerabilities and consider alternative messaging apps that prioritize security.

Discover the EU Digital Identity Wallet, an ambitious project by the European Union aiming to establish a universal digital identity system for citizens. This convenient, privacy-preserving wallet app allows Europeans to store and selectively share key credentials, streamlining access to public and private services. With strategic advantages for digital regulation efforts, the EU aims to remove data-sharing friction and align with the Common European Data Spaces initiative. Despite challenges, the EU is progressing towards achieving universal system access by 2030. Explore the potential benefits and considerations of this groundbreaking project.

Discover how Apple's iOS 18 update is changing the game for social apps that rely on users' address books. With new two-step permissions screens, users have more control over their privacy. App developers don't need to make any changes, as the screens appear automatically. This update prevents data harvesting and repeated access requests. Learn how users can grant limited access and choose which contacts an app can access, ultimately ensuring user privacy and data security in social apps.

"LinkedIn, the Microsoft-owned business social network, has made the decision to no longer allow advertisers to target users based on data collected from their participation in LinkedIn Groups. This move comes after a complaint filed by civil society groups with the European Commission regarding a potential violation of the Digital Services Act (DSA). Learn more about the impact of the DSA on targeted advertising and LinkedIn's commitment to user privacy."

"Bangladesh Anti-Terror Police Officials Accused of Selling Classified Information: Investigations Underway | Find out how senior officials in Bangladesh's anti-terror police allegedly sold classified information to criminals on Telegram. Learn about the ongoing investigations and calls for stronger safeguards to protect citizens' privacy."