UK Privacy Watchdog Challenges Google's Controversial Device Tracking Policy
The UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) strongly condemns Google's plan to allow device fingerprinting in advertising products starting 2025, calling it 'irresponsible'. The privacy regulator emphasizes strict compliance requirements and plans comprehensive guidance to protect user privacy and consent.
Volkswagen Data Breach Exposes 800,000 EV Owners' Location Data Through AWS Security Flaw
A major security oversight at Volkswagen exposed sensitive location data and personal information of 800,000 electric vehicle owners through an unsecured AWS configuration. The breach revealed detailed vehicle movement patterns and has sparked concerns about automotive data privacy and security practices.
Major Data Breach at Byte Federal Exposes 58,000 Bitcoin ATM Users' Personal Data
A significant security breach at Byte Federal, a leading US Bitcoin ATM operator, has compromised sensitive data of 58,000 customers through a GitLab vulnerability. The breach exposed personal information including government IDs and transaction records, prompting immediate security measures and customer warnings.
Apple Faces $1.2B Lawsuit Over Abandoned Child Safety Scanning System
A lawsuit seeking $1.2 billion in damages has been filed against Apple for abandoning planned CSAM detection tools on iCloud. The case, brought by an abuse survivor representing thousands of victims, challenges Apple's balance between user privacy and child protection measures.
Pokemon Go Players Unknowingly Training AI Mapping Systems Through Gameplay
Niantic reveals it's using Pokemon Go player-submitted data to build an AI-powered world mapping system, with over 10 million scanned locations. While beneficial for mapping technology, this data collection raises privacy concerns among cybersecurity experts.
Major French Hospital Data Breach Exposes Medical Records of 750,000 Patients
A devastating cyberattack at the Center Hospitalier Sud Francilien near Paris has compromised sensitive medical data of approximately 750,000 patients spanning two decades. The breach, discovered in August 2022, exposed personal details, social security numbers, and complete medical histories, prompting investigations by French authorities.
US Military Personnel Tracked: Commercial Data Brokers Selling Sensitive Location Data in Germany
A joint investigation reveals that location data of US military and intelligence personnel in Germany is being sold by commercial data brokers, tracking movements from homes to secure facilities including suspected nuclear sites. The legal but concerning practice raises major security risks as anyone can purchase this sensitive information.
Italy's Affordable Spyware Revolution: How Budget-Friendly Surveillance Tools Are Reshaping the Global Market
Italy has emerged as a major player in surveillance technology by offering law enforcement agencies spyware tools for just €150 per day. Unlike premium vendors like NSO Group, Italian firms focus on basic but functional tools, making surveillance technology more accessible while drawing less scrutiny.
T-Mobile Hit by Data Breach in Latest Attack on Telecom Giants
T-Mobile confirms unauthorized access to its systems in a recent cybersecurity incident, marking the latest in a series of attacks targeting major telecommunications providers. The company is working with security experts and law enforcement while advising customers to change passwords and enable two-factor authentication.
Massive Data Breach at Set Forth Exposes 1.5 Million Customers' Personal Information
Set Forth, a major American debt services firm, suffered a significant data breach compromising sensitive data of 1.5 million customers and their families. The company discovered unauthorized system access in May 2024, leading to the theft of personal information including social security numbers.