App Checks on People Living Alone in China
A new app in China targets young people living alone, sending daily check-ins. If users don't respond, it alerts emergency contacts. Explore the digital safety trend.
Category : Digital Privacy
Online Safety Bill May Require Digital ID, Facial Scans
Analysis: Canada's Bill S-209, mirroring UK and Australia laws, could mandate facial biometric scans for online access, shifting control from users to centralized authorities under the guise of child protection.
B.C. orders Vancouver to remove surveillance cameras, delete data
British Columbia's privacy commissioner has mandated the City of Vancouver to dismantle its surveillance camera network and erase all collected footage. Learn about the ruling and its implications for public privacy.
UK Waters Down Mandatory Digital ID Card Plans
The UK government, led by PM Keir Starmer, is revising its controversial mandatory digital ID card proposal after significant public opposition. Learn about the policy shift and its implications.
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Feeling overwhelmed by sensitive documents and cyber threats? Discover 10 practical and affordable Amazon items, from shredders to VPNs, to safeguard your personal information in Canada.
B.C. 'Pickup' Trend: Covert Filming Leaves Woman Humiliated
A B.C. woman was horrified to find a video of her posted online without consent, highlighting a growing 'pickup' trend. Experts warn of privacy and legal risks.
Sexual Deepfake Bill May Not Cover X Images: Expert
A proposed federal law criminalizing sexually explicit deepfakes may have a significant loophole, potentially excluding content from the X platform, according to a legal expert. Learn the details and implications.
Staples Canada resold laptops with customer data: probe
An investigation reveals Staples Canada resold refurbished laptops with previous owners' personal data still on them, raising serious privacy concerns. Learn the details and implications.
Advocates: Sexual Deepfakes on X Need Online Regulator
The circulation of AI-generated sexual deepfakes on X highlights the urgent need for a dedicated online regulator in Canada, say digital safety advocates.
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Tech expert Avery Swartz shares simple, effective methods for cleaning your electronics using common household items and evaluates if pricey UV kits are worth it. Learn how to keep your gear spotless.
Italy fines Apple $116M over privacy, Apple appeals
Italy's antitrust authority has fined Apple 116 million US dollars for alleged anti-competitive practices related to user data privacy. Apple announces it will appeal the decision.
Digital ID Sparks Privacy Fears Amid Global Push
As governments push for mandatory digital IDs, privacy advocates warn of a slippery slope towards totalitarian surveillance. Learn the risks and what you can do to protect your data.
U.S. Tech Fuels China Surveillance, Tibetan Refugees Impacted
American technology companies enabled China's vast surveillance network. Now, Tibetan refugees in Nepal are experiencing the consequences, facing increased monitoring and pressure.
Surveillance tech, online sleuths aid murder probe
The search for a killer involved advanced surveillance technology and crowdsourced online investigation, highlighting a new era of digital detective work. Discover how modern tools are changing law enforcement.
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Learn the simple steps to check which devices are linked to your Apple ID and remove old ones. Protect your privacy, prevent unauthorized access, and manage your account limits.
Regina police criticized over officer privacy breach penalties
Saskatchewan's privacy commissioner condemns Regina Police Service penalties for an officer who accessed private citizen data. Details on the breach and calls for stronger accountability.
Close call with sextortion scam reported in Wellington County
A Wellington County resident reports a frightening sextortion attempt. Learn the red flags and how to protect yourself from this growing online threat in Canada.
TikTok Accused of Unlawfully Tracking Grindr App Data
A consumer group in Austria alleges TikTok engaged in unlawful cross-app tracking of Grindr usage. The claim raises major digital privacy concerns for Canadian users.
Google shutting down dark web report in January
Google is eliminating its dark web monitoring service. Learn what this means for your online security and discover alternative steps to protect your personal data in Canada.
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Google confirms it will terminate its dark web monitoring feature in January 2025. Learn what this means for user privacy and what alternatives exist for Canadians.
Saskatchewan Needs Strong Privacy Laws for AI Era
An opinion piece argues Saskatchewan's cybersecurity pact is insufficient. The province needs robust privacy legislation to govern AI data use, citing real-world examples of potential breaches.
U.S. lawmakers press tech giants over immigration agent tracking apps
American legislators are urging Google and Apple to remove applications that track the locations of immigration enforcement officers, citing serious safety risks. Learn about the political pressure and tech accountability.
Alberta privacy chief concerned over health IDs
Alberta's privacy commissioner voices significant concerns about personal health numbers appearing on identification cards, highlighting privacy risks for citizens. Learn about the implications.
Edmonton police facial recognition pilot faces privacy review delay
Edmonton's AI facial recognition pilot on police bodycams launched before a required privacy assessment was fully reviewed. The December trial could conclude before the commissioner's office completes its vetting. Learn more about the implications.
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A $4.49 million settlement has been proposed in a class-action lawsuit against 23andMe over a major data breach. The deal awaits court approval and could affect many Canadians.
Alberta licence-health number plan a fraud risk: watchdog
Alberta's privacy watchdog warns that adding health-care numbers to driver's licences significantly increases fraud risk. Learn the details and implications of the proposed change.
Ireland probes TikTok, LinkedIn over illegal content reports
Irish regulators launch probes into TikTok and LinkedIn for potential failures in reporting illegal content, a key requirement under the EU's Digital Services Act. Read the latest on platform accountability.
India orders pre-installed, unremovable govt app on phones
India orders smartphone makers to preload an unremovable government cybersecurity app, raising major privacy and surveillance concerns among rights advocates. Learn about the implications.
Russians skeptical about state-backed messenger
Russian citizens voice distrust in government-supported messaging platform despite official promotion. Concerns about digital privacy and forced adoption spark public skepticism.
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