Local Glasses app monitors smart glasses users around you
New App Detects Nearby Smart Glasses Not quite comfortable in the spotlight? A new application may help. It lets users know if anyone around them is wearing smart glasses. Smart glasses can easily be mistaken for regular eyewear, which raises concerns since they could be recording without you even realizing it. The app, called “Nearby […]
Fraudulent AI Chrome extensions reveal passwords and data of 300,000 users
It can often feel comfortable to browse the web, especially when you’re adding tools that seem like they’ll enhance your experience. Yet, security experts have revealed a troubling campaign where over 300,000 users installed a Chrome extension that pretended to be an AI assistant. Instead of offering help, these impostors covertly gathered sensitive data—think emails, […]
Apple introduces age verification feature for apps designed for users 18 and older in select US states and countries
Apple has introduced new age verification tools in the U.S. and other countries, aimed at ensuring that users wishing to download certain apps are at least 18 years old. This move aligns with regulations implemented in some U.S. states and various foreign nations. The rollout of this tool is occurring in places like Utah, Louisiana, […]
Governed by monitoring? This major social media platform is asking upset users to agree to facial recognition.
Discord Updates User Privacy Measures Messaging platform Discord has informed users that they don’t need to disclose their identities in most areas, although some regions still require facial recognition or government ID checks. After a data breach in October that exposed around 70,000 images of IDs, including passports and driver’s licenses, Discord has been revising […]
Gamers protest against age verification system that exposes users to ‘suspicious entity detection’
Users of chatbots may soon have their selfies analyzed for potential suspicious activity and to see if they bear resemblance to public figures. Video game enthusiasts recently reacted strongly to Discord’s implementation of a pilot program in the UK that involved sharing personal data with the government through a firm named Persona, which has ties […]
MileagePlus credit card users to receive additional miles on flights beginning April 2
United Airlines has revamped its MileagePlus rewards program, creating more incentive for frequent travelers to get a United credit card. This year, cardholders will effectively rake in more miles while flying United, whereas those without a United credit or debit card will earn significantly less. MileagePlus members can still accumulate Boost Miles, but to maximize […]
Apple News bias: former liberal magazine editor assigned to select stories for iPhone users
Critics are raising concerns about the Apple News app, particularly its perceived bias in content. A recent study indicated that the app, which is pre-installed on every iPhone in the U.S., primarily features news from liberal outlets. In 2017, Apple appointed Lauren Kahn, known for her work at liberal magazines, as the app’s editor-in-chief. Kahn […]
Mark Zuckerberg goes against social media users in a Los Angeles court on Wednesday
Mark Zuckerberg, the founder of Meta, is set to testify in a significant trial regarding social media addiction, which marks a pivotal moment as a tech leader faces accusations about youth safety directly in front of a jury. Julianna Arnold, one of the plaintiffs, stated, “These trials are extremely important to us because they will […]
Warning about scam text: phony security alert aims at users across the country
Scam texts can sometimes be tricky to identify, and one recent example stands out. Initially, a message can seem polished and make use of official branding that encourages a sense of trust. It includes technical jargon that might make even cautious individuals, like Bob, hesitate before simply deleting the text. Bob decided to share the […]
McDonald’s is trying out menu options suitable for Ozempic users.
McDonald’s Enhances Menu for Weight Loss Drug Users This week, McDonald’s announced plans to assist customers using weight loss medications by focusing on protein-rich offerings. During an earnings call on Wednesday, CEO Chris Kempczinski mentioned that the fast-food giant is exploring a high-protein menu tailored for users of GLP-1 drugs, although he didn’t provide specifics […]