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ChatGPT Referring to Users by Name Triggers Privacy Concerns

Some ChatGPT users have noticed a surprising and unsettling change in their interactions with the AI chatbot—ChatGPT is referring to them by name, even when they haven’t shared any personal details. As reported by TechCrunch, this unexpected personal touch has sparked mixed reactions, with some users finding it “creepy” and “unnecessary.” ChatGPT Randomly Addresses Users […]

Udaipur Hosts Cybersecurity Awareness Session Focused on Data Protection and Digital Safety

In the fast-growing digital landscape of Udaipur, the need for strong cybersecurity measures has never been more urgent. With a rise in cyber threats and new data protection regulations, Udaipur’s businesses and government institutions are facing an increasing demand for robust cybersecurity solutions. Recognizing this need, Aftab Saloda, a respected cybersecurity leader and SVP at […]

Kuwait Education Summit Focuses on AI, VR, and Data Privacy

Abdullah Al-Salem University organized a two-day education summit on April 16 and 17. The event focused on how artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR), and data privacy can improve modern education. The summit, titled “Learning in the Age of Innovation: Benefits, Challenges, and Jobs,” brought together experts, educators, and students from across Kuwait. Dr. Adel […]

DeepSeek AI Raises Alarms Over National Security Risks, Says US House Panel

The Chinese artificial intelligence tool DeepSeek AI has raised serious national security concerns in the United States, with a recent report from a US congressional committee calling it a “profound threat” to the nation’s security. The tool has been closely linked to the Chinese Communist Party and is accused of undermining US technological leadership while […]

Performance Tracking Gets a Red Card from Footballers

Footballers Show Red Card to Unauthorized Data Use More and more footballers—and other athletes—are standing up against the unauthorized use of their personal performance data. Many are now sending “stop processing” notices to data companies and betting firms, demanding they stop using their personal information without consent. Players fear that third parties, especially gambling companies, […]

India’s Struggle with Privacy and Transparency in the Digital Age

In an era where digital data continues to surge, transforming every aspect of life and governance, India Data Privacy has become a critical issue. India now grapples with how to protect the right to privacy of its citizens while maintaining transparency and accountability in governance. The rise of the digital age has intensified this dilemma, […]

Android Introduces New Security Feature to Protect Personal Data

Android phones are getting an important new security feature that is aimed at protecting users’ personal data if the device is left unattended for too long. Google has introduced an automatic reboot system as part of the latest update to Google Play services. This new feature will activate if your phone remains locked and unused […]

Nigeria Probes TikTok, Truecaller on Data Practices

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has announced ongoing investigations into global digital platforms, including Truecaller and TikTok, for how they handle Nigerian citizens’ personal data. During a working visit to the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, in Abuja, Dr. Vincent Olatunji — the National Commissioner and CEO of […]

AID Bill of Japan Sparks Controversy Over Privacy

Japan is currently grappling with a significant debate over a new bill that aims to provide individuals conceived through artificial insemination by donor (AID) with the right to access information about their genetic origins. This legislation, introduced to the Upper House of Parliament in February 2025, marks the first attempt to address donor information in […]

Meta Whistleblower Claims Company Prioritized Profit Over Children’s Safety in Horizon Worlds

A Meta whistleblower has accused the company of prioritizing profit over the safety of children on its virtual reality platform, Horizon Worlds. The complaint, filed by nonprofit Fairplay, alleges that Meta knowingly allowed underage users to access the platform, violating the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). This accusation has raised concerns about Meta’s handling […]