technology

A humanoid robot with blue eyes and a white face is on the left side, displaying a neutral expression. The background features a pattern of interconnected circuit lines and nodes against a dark blue backdrop, symbolizing technology and digital networks.

March 31, 2023

Italy’s privacy watchdog bans ChatGPT over data breach concerns

Temporary measure is in place ‘until ChatGPT respects privacy’, says Italian Data Protection Authority

March 31, 2023

Meta to rely on legitimate interests as basis for user tracking

Starting April 5th, Meta will use ‘legitimate interests’ as its legal basis for targeting EU users with tailored advertisements.

March 29, 2023

Amazon subsidiaries worry data protection advocates

From skimming customers’ Amazon Kindle to noting their preferred groceries on Prime, Amazon has perfected the craft of data tracking.

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March 27, 2023

EU consumer department to present voluntary pledge over ‘cookie fatigue’

The European Commission is taking steps to combat growing user ‘cookie fatigue’ with a voluntary initiative.

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March 20, 2023

Hungarian DPA issues fine €25,000 for cookie non-compliance

Hungarian data protection authority fined TV2 Média €25,000 for non-compliance in relation of use of cookies on its websites.

Two people stand on a sidewalk gazing up at a brown brick wall adorned with numerous surveillance cameras aligned in rows and columns. A tall, narrow window and a black door are between the rows. The cameras face different directions, creating a striking visual pattern.

March 20, 2023

Facial recognition petition demands ban in Brussels public spaces

A coalition of human rights organisations is launching a petition at the Brussels Parliament to demand a ban on facial recognition technology in public spaces.

March 2, 2023

Man files complaint accusing YouTube of harvesting UK children’s data

Duncan McCann claimins that the YouTube has violated the “age-appropriate design code” in collecting data from young children.

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March 2, 2023

Synthetic data puts privacy at the heart of AI projects

AI-generated insights are enabling us to get creative in invigorating ways while respecting our privacy.

March 2, 2023

Tesla makes camera settings more privacy-friendly following DPA investigation

Tesla has taken steps to boost the privacy of its in-car security cameras, following an inquiry from the Dutch Data Protection Authority

March 2, 2023

Israeli Firms Turning Social Media Into Spy Tech

There is an entire industry dedicated to vacuuming personal information using fake accounts called avatars

March 2, 2023

Rishi Sunak faces calls to ban TikTok use by government officials

PM has come under immense pressure to mirror EU and US by taking action concerning anxieties over the potential cybersecurity risks of a Chinese-owned app.