GDPR News

August 8, 2021

Amazon will pay you $10 in credit for your palm print biometrics

The retail giant has a spotty history with biometric data.

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August 8, 2021

Facebook blocks research into political ads, falsely blames FTC privacy order

FTC says Facebook privacy settlement doesn’t require blocking researchers.

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August 7, 2021

Apple’s plan to combat abuse images raises privacy concerns

Apple’s plan to scan for child sexual abuse images has raised concerns among the privacy and security communities.

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August 7, 2021

Zoom settles consumer claims over privacy for $85 Million

Settlement will pay up to $25 to paid Zoom subscribers covered by the class action litigation and up to $15 to individuals who aren’t eligible to submit a paid subscription claim.

August 7, 2021

Oh, Facebook changed its privacy settings again

Facebook has determined that its privacy settings needed a bit of a shuffle to keep things clear and easy to find.

August 7, 2021

Hackers are using CAPTCHA techniques to scam email users

More email users fell for scams using CAPTCHA technology in 2020, a new report from security firm Proofpoint shows.

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July 31, 2021

Spanish DPA Fines Supermarket Chain 2,520,000 EUR for Unlawful Use of Facial Recognition System

Spanish Data Protection Authority imposed a €2,520,000 fine on Spanish supermarket chain Mercadona, S.A. for unlawful use of a facial recognition system.