US Courts to Start Publishing Spyware Use Statistics

For the first time, the US judiciary will release data on the frequency of wiretaps using hacking tools and spyware, shedding light on government surveillance.

Flock's New Tool Aims to Curb Police Abuse, But Raises More Questions Than Answers

Flock, a surveillance technology startup, has introduced new policies and tools to combat police abuse of its automated license plate camera reader systems. However, the company's explanations for how its

Adversarial Pattern Prevents Surveillance Cameras from Detecting You

A computer-generated pattern can block license plate readers and surveillance cameras from detecting people or objects, raising questions about privacy and security.

Apple's Private Relay Can Leak Real IP Addresses Due to Flaws

A series of vulnerabilities in Apple's Private Relay feature can expose a user's real IP address, despite the company's claims of anonymity. Researchers have set up a website to test the issue, which TechCrunch has verified.

Apple Challenges U.K. Government's Demand for Encrypted Data Access

Apple files complaint with Investigatory Powers Tribunal over secret government legal order, similar to a previous fight in 2025.

Samsung Smart TV Apps Share Users' Internet Connections with Strangers

Samsung has banned smart TV apps that share users' internet connections with strangers, potentially putting millions of Samsung smart TVs at risk of hijacking.

FTC Sues Hims & Hers for Allegedly Sharing Patients' Medical Data

The Federal Trade Commission is suing Hims & Hers for allegedly sharing customers' medical and healthcare information with advertisers and tech giants without their knowledge.

US Accuses American of Allegedly Wiping Phone with 'Duress' Password During Border Search

The US Justice Department is prosecuting an American for allegedly using a 'duress' password to wipe the contents of his phone during a border search, raising questions about constitutional rights at the border.

U.K. Government Scraps Controversial Digital ID Card Scheme

The U.K. government has confirmed the scrapping of a digital ID card scheme announced by the previous administration, with the savings from the program to fund a tax cut aimed at reducing household electricity bills.

Stardust Period Tracker Shares Users' Health Data with Analytics Firm

Mozilla research reveals that period tracker Stardust shares users' sensitive health information with third-party analytics company RudderStack, raising concerns about security and privacy.

LAPD Allows Contract with Surveillance Giant Flock to Expire Amid Concerns Over Civil Liberties and Privacy

The Los Angeles Police Department has decided not to renew its contract with Flock Safety, citing 'serious concerns' around civil liberties and privacy.

Meta's AI Glasses Update Sparks Debate Over Privacy and Surveillance

Meta's latest update to its AI glasses aims to alleviate concerns over surveillance, but critics argue the move falls short of addressing the company's broader privacy issues.

Apple's Hide My Email Feature Exposed by Bug, Researcher Claims

A researcher has found a bug in Apple's Hide My Email feature that can expose users' real email addresses, despite the feature's intention to provide online anonymity. The bug was reportedly disclosed to Apple over a year ago, but has yet to be remedied.

US Supreme Court Limits Geofence Warrants in Major Privacy Win

The US Supreme Court has ruled that geofence warrants, which allow law enforcement to collect location data from tech companies, are protected by privacy rights. The decision is a major win for privacy advocates and will have broad implications for law enforcement and tech companies.

Cellebrite's Surveillance Tech Still Used by Russia Despite Company's Claims

A recent report by The Citizen Lab reveals that Russian authorities continue to use Cellebrite's phone hacking tools, raising questions about the effectiveness of companies' efforts to control how their technology is used once it's in the wild.

WhatsApp Slams NSO Group for Violating Court Order, Seeks Contempt of Court

WhatsApp has caught and disrupted a new hacking campaign linked to NSO Group, accusing the spyware maker of violating a court order. The messaging app maker is seeking to hold NSO in contempt of court.

Massachusetts Passes Landmark Privacy Bill Blocking Sale of Precise Location Data

Massachusetts lawmakers have voted to pass a new privacy bill that grants residents new rights over accessing and deleting their data held by big tech giants, while also banning the sale of precise location data.

First Device-Level Ad Blocker for iPhone and Mac Arrives

A new tool called Filtr uses Apple's URL filters feature to block ads in almost every iPhone and Mac app, providing a more comprehensive ad-blocking solution.

Signal Users Targeted in New Phishing Campaign

Hackers are pretending to be Signal's support team to steal users' chat backups, with several anti-CCP activists already receiving the phishing attempt.

Trump Mobile Exposes Customer Data to Open Internet

The Trump-branded phone maker has confirmed that customer data, including names and email addresses, was accessible online due to a third-party platform provider. The company is investigating the exposure and has not found evidence of a network breach.