cybersecurity

January 29, 2023

Dutch hacker obtained virtually all Austrians’ personal data

The police did not elaborate on the consequences for Austrians’ data security.

January 18, 2023

TikTok CEO seeks to reassure on EU rules on privacy, child safety

TikTok CEO on a visit to Brussels sought to reassure theEU the app would respect the bloc’s tech rules and commitments to privacy and child safety.

January 12, 2023

EU leaders fire warning shots at TikTok over privacy

Brussels expects the platform to go the ‘extra mile in respecting EU law’ and regaining trust, says Commissioner Jourová.

January 2, 2023

Twitter in data-protection probe after ‘400 million’ user details up for sale

A watchdog is to investigate Twitter after a hacker claimed to have private details linked to more than 400 million accounts.

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December 27, 2022

Even the FBI says you should use an ad blocker

The feds say cybercriminals are buying online ads to impersonate brands with the aim of stealing or extorting money from victims.

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December 19, 2022

AI photography is taking over social media. Why are some concerned about privacy?

Lensa is transforming selfies into virtual avatars that many have shared online.

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December 6, 2022

9 Out of 10 Security Leaders State That Control Failures Are the Primary Reason For Data Breaches

Senior cybersecurity professionals reveal their number one frustration is the inability to continuously measure enterprise-wide security posture and identify control failures.

November 28, 2022

Meta Calls For UK Govt Rethink Over Plans To Scrap EU Laws

Facebook owner Meta is urging UK lawmakers considering legislation to scrap all retained European Union laws by 2024 to maintain some e-commerce rules.