Freedom Caucus Celebrates House Progress on Privacy Protections for Data Against Brokers in Appropriations Bill
House Appropriations Committee Moves to Protect Privacy Rights Members of the Freedom Caucus have expressed their support for the House Appropriations Committee as it passed amendments to a significant funding bill aimed at safeguarding Americans’ privacy from data brokers. “For too long, federal law enforcement has skirted the Constitution by buying and selling personal data […]
TikTok planned to pay $1 billion in 2024 for violations of children’s privacy, long before the DOJ’s $400 million agreement, according to sources.
TikTok Settlement Discussions with Justice Department TikTok is reportedly close to reaching a settlement of around $400 million with the Justice Department regarding child data privacy issues. This is significant since the company was previously willing to pay $1 billion to resolve similar allegations in 2024, according to a report. In June 2024, the Federal […]
Democrats have long focused on online privacy through legal actions — Meta’s recent court loss is the victory they seek
What happens when the Meta app suddenly goes dark on your device? Imagine being cut off from Facebook, Instagram, or WhatsApp. And it’s not just that—there’s a person in my neighborhood who couldn’t use their Metaquest for VR anymore. Everything’s just… gone. This is the situation facing residents of New Mexico, all because of child […]
Concerning in-car surveillance technology that can disable your engine will be required next year under Biden policy — raising significant privacy concerns
Are you prepared to assess whether your vehicle is roadworthy? If not, you might want to hold on tight. A recent federal mandate stipulates that new vehicles from the 2027 model year onward must be equipped with in-car monitoring technology. This tech is designed to evaluate a driver’s fitness to operate the car and includes […]
Poll shows most voters believe AI poses risks to privacy and employment
Artificial intelligence continues to stir up discussion, and a recent poll highlights that many voters view it as a threat, particularly to privacy and jobs, resulting in a predominantly negative sentiment overall. The survey, which came out on Thursday, indicates that voters perceive AI as being more harmful than beneficial in various aspects of life—personal, […]
Glenn Beck: Quantum computing is no longer just a fantasy. It’s on its way for your finances and your privacy.
World Quantum Day and Its Implications April 14th marks World Quantum Day, an occasion dedicated to raising awareness about quantum science and its impact on society. Glenn Beck points out that many view quantum computing as just “geeky stuff,” but emphasizes the serious consequences of overlooking the rapid developments in this field. “I understand you’re […]
Is Trump’s new White House app a risk to your security and privacy?
New White House App Launched with Privacy Concerns Recently, the Trump administration rolled out a new White House app for both iPhone and Android users. This announcement raised eyebrows online, with several individuals cautioning that downloading the app might compromise personal data on users’ phones. After a closer look at the privacy policy, I found […]
Bipartisan Senators Raise Concerns About Privacy Risks Linked To FISA Renewal
A bipartisan group of senators is sounding the alarm about privacy concerns related to artificial intelligence (AI), warning that without proper updates to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), mass surveillance of Americans could become a reality. According to reports, efforts to renew this federal surveillance law have hit a snag, as House Republican leaders […]
Warren Davidson Advocates for Privacy Change Regarding Important Surveillance Authority While Mike Johnson Opposes Reforms
Rep. Warren Davidson Proposes Amendment to Protect Americans’ Data Privacy On Tuesday, Rep. Warren Davidson (R-Ohio) announced his plan to introduce an amendment aimed at a bill that seeks to reauthorize crucial surveillance authorities. His proposal is designed to prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from acquiring data about Americans through third-party brokers. Davidson intends […]
These Apple privacy features won’t protect you from law enforcement.
Apple’s iCloud+ subscription includes several privacy-oriented features, like an email anonymization tool called “Hide My Email.” This tool aims to enhance online anonymity by concealing subscribers’ real email addresses with random aliases. However, one user recently learned the hard way that Apple can share users’ real identities with law enforcement, particularly in cases involving serious […]