Amazon is tracking your information. Here’s how to regain your privacy.
In the United States, a staggering 250 million people out of 350 million are shopping on Amazon, the largest online marketplace in the world. Recently, a report shed light on the controversial and personal nature of the data Amazon collects about its users. Amazon builds intricate customer profiles by examining purchase histories, leading to assumptions […]
Solvang reviews AI camera contract due to privacy issues
Solvang, known as the “Danish Capital of America,” is re-evaluating its controversial decision to implement AI-enabled surveillance cameras for monitoring both residents and visitors. In July 2025, the Solvang City Council had agreed to a three-year contract with XIT Solutions to install Verkada cameras at key locations, such as Solvang City Hall, Solvang Park (near […]
Flock cameras claim to improve crime solving rates while ACLU highlights privacy issues
Flock Safety Cameras and Crime Rates: A Controversial Discussion Flock Safety, the company behind the much-discussed Flock cameras, claims that crime clearance rates in cities utilizing these cameras are significantly higher compared to those that don’t. This assertion comes amidst an ongoing debate about the implications of such surveillance tools across the country. Phil Arnold, […]
New York nightclubs prohibit ‘creepy’ smart glasses due to privacy worries
Smart Glasses Face Ban in New York Nightlife Scene It seems there’s a crackdown on “smart” glasses in trendy New York clubs. Following a summer packed with launches from companies like Ray-Ban and Oakley, some of the city’s hottest nightlife spots are implementing strict policies. The new directive? Wearing Meta or Snap’s glasses—which have the […]
Privacy concerns with hotel TVs when accessing Netflix while traveling
You’ve just arrived at your hotel after what feels like an eternity of travel. The room looks decent, the bed seems inviting, and there’s a big TV mounted on the wall, outfitted with Netflix and other streaming apps. Naturally, you grab the remote, log in, and get comfy for the night. Seems like a no-brainer, […]
Norway could prohibit AI smart glasses in public areas due to growing privacy issues.
Travelers to Norway may soon encounter new limitations concerning the use of smart glasses. The Norwegian government has indicated plans to suggest a temporary ban on AI-enabled glasses in select public spaces, as highlighted in a statement from the Ministry of Digitalization and Public Governance. These limitations could affect areas commonly frequented by visitors, such […]
Chad Lowe grieves the passing of his daughter Fiona and requests prayers and privacy.
Chad Lowe and Family Mourn Loss of Daughter Fiona Actor Chad Lowe and his family are grieving the loss of their 13-year-old daughter, Fiona. They remember her as a “smart, creative” young girl who was passionate about dance and considered the “light of our lives.” In a statement to Page Six, the family expressed their […]
Chad Lowe grieves the loss of his daughter Fiona and requests prayers and privacy.
Chad Lowe and his family are in mourning following the loss of his 13-year-old daughter, Fiona. They described her as a “smart, creative” teen who had a passion for dancing and referred to her as the “light of our lives.” The family expressed their heartbreak in a statement, noting, “We are deeply heartbroken by the […]
City Council abandons initiative for automatic benefits enrollment due to concerns over immigrant privacy
The City Council decided not to move forward with a plan that would automatically enroll New Yorkers in city benefits, opting instead for a significantly reduced bill due to concerns over immigrants’ privacy. The newly passed legislation, which achieved unanimous support, instructs the Department of Social Services to examine the feasibility of automatic enrollment in […]
Banks caution that AI shopping assistants increase the risks of online fraud and data privacy issues.
Banks are warning that using artificial intelligence (AI) agents for online shopping may heighten the risk of scams, fraud, and data privacy violations for consumers. This caution comes from a report by financial institutions including Bank of America, Capital One, NatWest in the UK, ASB Bank in New Zealand, and Commonwealth Bank of Australia. They […]