Privacy

Taking fewer photos but the battery is dropping? Technology experts warn about default permissions that give the camera free access to device resources. Here is how to check in a minute if it is using your network without your knowledge.

The tech giant is in trouble in London following an unprecedented class-action lawsuit claiming the company used its power in the iPhone to crush competition in the digital advertising market.

Admissions committees that reject candidates without explanation, limit who is allowed to live in an apartment, and sometimes cost celebrities millions of dollars, have driven many stars away from traditional co-op buildings in the Big Apple. In their place, condo buildings with underground parking and coded elevators have taken center stage, allowing residents to get from their car to their...

Taiwan: A man who suspected his wife was meeting a lover at their vacation apartment connected to the robotic vacuum cleaner's listening device, discovered she was not alone, activated the camera, and saved videos of her walking around naked while a stranger lay on the sofa. He sued and won $15,500, but then lost to his wife in a countersuit for invasion of privacy and was sent to prison.

Many parents rush to sign consent forms for educational institutions, but experts warn that this is an irreversible step that could expose children to serious digital dangers.

A guest at a Tel Aviv hotel is threatening a lawsuit following a severe invasion of her privacy: an employee entered the room while she was naked, despite a 'Do Not Disturb' sign. She is now demanding a refund and compensation.

A family from the Netherlands located the tennis star's home in Mallorca and rang the doorbell. To their surprise, the Spaniard himself opened the door and agreed to take a picture with them - but the photos sparked criticism online.

Did you think the private chat stays inside the screen? Data shows that heart-to-heart conversations with AI have already been used as evidence in murder trials, extracted by hackers, and used to train commercial models. A new survey by DuckDuckGo reveals that although 50% of the public do not trust the government, they share with AI deep secrets they have never told anyone. This is how models...

How many times have you been asked for your email address when signing up for a new app or website? If you are an iCloud+ subscriber, you likely use the "Hide My Email" feature. This tool generates random, dummy email addresses that route messages directly to your real inbox, maintaining your privacy.

In recent years, and even more so with the rapid development of artificial intelligence tools, the technology has moved from research laboratories into almost every area of our lives. But alongside the ability to write, create images, analyze information, and streamline work, its dangerous side is also being exposed: there are already AI tools capable of creating particularly convincing voice and...

AliExpress uses the WebAudio API to generate digital fingerprints for user tracking. The technique was discovered after a security researcher noticed glitches in his Bluetooth headphones.

A San Diego resident attended a city council meeting dressed as Darth Vader to protest the expansion of Flock's surveillance camera system, which collects personal data on citizens.

Scientists have revealed a method that allows standard Wi-Fi networks to identify individuals with near-perfect accuracy, even without connected devices. This discovery turns common routers into potential tools for mass surveillance.

TikTok has agreed to pay $400 million to the US government to settle a lawsuit claiming that the platform violated the privacy of children. This is one of the largest financial settlements ever on the subject.

In the case of Meli and Liel Yahalomi, there is more hidden than revealed, but one thing is clear: the police have been swept away by the pursuit of ratings and PR.

Smart glasses that will identify the people around you, track your gaze direction, and analyze when you laughed: a new Meta patent reveals how the company envisions the next generation of wearable computing. However, on the way to implementation, it faces significant hurdles regarding privacy, regulation, and consent.

In the United States, an adult who has decided they want a new life has the right to unilaterally disconnect from their family, and authorities are forbidden from interfering. Thousands of Americans do this every year. An industry that has developed around the phenomenon teaches how to do it without being tracked, including memorizing your invented life story.

Photo: Facebook page. The investigation into the escape of Meli and Liel Yahalomi has revealed the technological methods used by the police to recover data from AI chatbots.

A California resident decided to ask McDonald's for a breakdown of the data the company stores about him. He did not expect to receive a 515-page document revealing detailed commercial tracking, but privacy experts explain that this is a standard level of tracking.

Here is a topic you probably didn't think about when you wrote your will: who will get your mobile phone, where all your WhatsApp chats, videos, photos, emails, and more are stored. So why is it actually important to include in your will an instruction regarding the use of phone content by heirs?

A new law will require certain businesses to record sales calls and keep them for up to two years, with the aim of fighting fraud and consumer exploitation. However, opponents of the move warn of a heavy economic burden that will be passed on to the consumer, exposing businesses to fines from the Privacy Protection Authority and a wave of civil lawsuits.

In response to the Central Elections Committee's ban on voter tracking apps, the Likud party has submitted an alternative proposal based on "privacy by design" principles.

Eliav Tateti is launching a fierce campaign against the violation of celebrities' privacy in public spaces. The reality star spoke out against viral footage taken by passersby who film celebrities on the street, after sharing a difficult experience he went through himself.

Many users pay for an iCloud+ subscription for the iCloud Private Relay feature, designed to mask IP addresses while browsing. However, new research has uncovered a serious flaw that renders this protection ineffective, leaving users vulnerable to tracking.

WhatsApp is updating its parental control system, allowing parents to manage security settings for children's accounts. New features enable parents to restrict who can contact their child and which groups they can join, while maintaining end-to-end encryption.

The decision by Central Elections Committee Chairman Judge Noam Solberg to ban the real-time transfer of voter data from polling stations is a game-changer for the Likud and Haredi parties. We examine how voter mobilization apps work, why they were deemed a privacy violation, and how parties are attempting to bypass the new restriction.

Central Elections Committee Chairman Judge Noam Solberg has asked parties to propose alternative ways to encourage voter turnout following his ban on the "Elector" app. Both coalition and opposition parties have criticized the move as a "change of rules mid-game," while Likud is exploring legislative options to bypass the restriction.

The Privacy Protection Authority determined that the company collected sensitive personal information without providing the required legal notice. Its arguments were rejected and the amount was reduced from 20,000 shekels.

Chairman of the Central Elections Committee, Judge Noam Sohlberg, has accepted the opinion formulated by the Privacy Clinic at Tel Aviv University. "An extremely important decision; the polling station must be a safe and private environment," stated Prof. Michael Birnhack.

Last week, the media personality revealed that she and her husband are expecting a third child, a brother or sister for Asia and Noah. However, this morning she shared a correspondence with an Israeli journalist who requested information about the pregnancy long before she told those close to her.

Your email inbox likely contains much more sensitive information than you realize. Bank account statements, tax documents, medical letters, and personal correspondence are stored in Google's Gmail service as a matter of course. However, many users are unaware that the company's artificial intelligence tools are constantly processing and scanning this content through hidden settings that are active...

Lando Norris, who secured his first win of the 2026 season at the Hungarian Grand Prix, has opened up about the intense media pressure he faces. The British driver admitted that relentless paparazzi stalking made him feel like a "loser" and restricted his personal freedom.

More people are turning to AI for health advice, yet experts warn of significant privacy risks and potential inaccuracies. AI should be used only as a supplementary tool, not a replacement for professional care.

Reddit users discovered that thousands of Claude chats are accessible via Google search. The leak stems from the chat sharing feature, which resulted in sensitive data being indexed by search engines.

The combination of hidden cameras and facial recognition has turned smart glasses into a public safety threat. Apple is now preparing to enter the market with new privacy-focused technologies, setting the stage for a major industry battle in the coming years.

Police officers from the Umm al-Fahm station, in cooperation with tactical brigade units, conducted an operation in the village of Salem, removing 21 cameras installed without permits.

LG monitor owners are reporting that their screens are automatically installing annoying McAfee pop-up ads, a practice that has sparked significant backlash and prompted a partial intervention from Microsoft.