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A federal appeals court has reinstated a potentially groundbreaking Shopify data privacy class action lawsuit against Canadian e-commerce giant Shopify, delivering a decision that could reshape how US courts handle jurisdiction over internet-based platforms. In a decisive 10-1 ruling, the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco determined that Shopify must face litigation […]
Landmark Admin, a Texas-based company that handles services like policy accounting and regulatory reporting for big insurers, has given an update on a cyberattack it suffered in May 2024. The number of people affected by the attack has now risen to 1.6 million. In October 2024, Landmark announced it had detected suspicious activity on its […]
Gurugram’s gated communities have been embracing digital security apps that track everything from visitors to domestic workers. While these gate apps promise safety and convenience, they are raising serious concerns about privacy. One such story from DLF Phase 3 towers highlights the tension between security and privacy in these digitally-driven societies. When Privacy Became a […]
Sandeep Srivastava, Director of Product – Agentic AI at Microsoft, has publicly criticized FIITJEE for what he claims is systemic mismanagement, inadequate digital infrastructure, and serious breaches of FIITJEE data breach. In a strongly worded LinkedIn post, Srivastava shared his personal experience with the coaching institute, advising parents not to fall for what he described […]
Germany’s new coalition government is facing growing debate over the potential nationwide use of surveillance software developed by U.S.-based firm Palantir Technologies. According to the coalition agreement between the CDU/CSU and SPD, the incoming government plans to enable police forces to perform automated data searches using standardized software. This move could open the door for […]
Teslas are not just smart cars—they’re also powerful data-collecting machines. From Autopilot to Sentry Mode, these features need constant tracking and camera access to work. But how much does your Tesla know about you, and what can you do to protect your privacy? Tesla Data Privacy Concerns Are Rising At a glance, Tesla’s features feel […]
Meta has made a significant move that limits the availability of Apple’s AI-powered tools for iPhone users on its platforms. Meta has blocked the integration of Apple Intelligence features, such as Writing Tools, Genmoji, and other smart capabilities, within its apps like Instagram, WhatsApp, Facebook, and Threads. This means that iPhone users will no longer […]
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, […]
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, […]
Have you noticed a payment of around $40 showing up in your account from Facebook? If you have, rest assured that it’s legitimate. In fact, many users have been receiving these payments over the past few days, and they are part of a class action lawsuit settlement Facebook agreed to in 2022. Here’s everything you […]