Got a toy that can spy? Here's how to know and what to do
The toys your kids unwrap this Christmas could invite hackers into your home.
The toys your kids unwrap this Christmas could invite hackers into your home.
Security
Dec 21, 2017
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Have you ever actually read an app's privacy policy before clicking to accept the terms? What about reading the privacy policy for the website you visit most often? Have you ever read or even noticed the privacy policy posted ...
Security
Oct 10, 2017
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When it comes to privacy, Australians are fairly clear about which organisations they trust and what information they feel uncomfortable sharing. This is according to a recent report released by the Office of the Australian ...
Internet
May 19, 2017
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Twitter is updating its privacy policy so it can track users' interests better and target advertisements to them, at least in the US.
Internet
May 18, 2017
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Lawyers in the U.S. are claiming that headphone and speaker company Bose, is secretly collecting information about what users listen to when they use its bluetooth wireless headphones.
Software
Apr 26, 2017
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Is Verizon planning to spy on its customers?
Business
Mar 31, 2017
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An executive from virtual reality company Oculus says consumers shouldn't be concerned about an invasion of their privacy when using the Oculus Rift.
Hi Tech & Innovation
Apr 18, 2016
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Though the recent Apple versus FBI case garnered greater media attention, a privacy discussion with more economic significance – to the tune of US$260 billion – is moving toward fruition with less public attention: the ...
Internet
Apr 12, 2016
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A new policy allows the Secret Service to use intrusive cellphone-tracking technology without a warrant if there's believed to be a nonspecific threat to the president or another protected person.
Telecom
Oct 21, 2015
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A Chinese app developer apologised on Tuesday after Apple kicked out more than 250 applications that collect personal data in violation of the company's privacy policies from its online store.
Software
Oct 20, 2015
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