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WhatsApp’s new Advanced Chat Privacy protects sensitive messages
WhatsApp has introduced a new Advanced Chat Privacy feature to protect sensitive information exchanged in private chats and group conversations. The new privacy option can be enabled after tapping the chat name and is designed to prevent attempts to save media and export chat content. “Today we’re introducing our latest layer for privacy called ‘Advanced Chat Privacy.’ This new setting…
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Google revises Privacy Sandbox plans amid antitrust ruling – Computerworld
Typically users can be located by capturing and tracking the IP address. The feature will anonymize the IP address, and it will be part of the Incognito mode, which creates a temporary browsing window that deletes browsing data on exit, Google said in a blog post on its Privacy Sandbox website. “The feature will be initially available in certain regions,…
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Apple’s complicated plan to improve its AI while protecting privacy
Apple says it’s found a way to make its AI models better without training on its users’ data or even copying it from their iPhones and Macs. In a blog post first reported on by Bloomberg, the company outlined its plans to have devices compare a synthetic dataset to samples of recent emails or messages from users who have opted…
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WhatsApp Will Soon Block Media Saving and Chat Exports for Better Privacy
Don’t want anyone using the photos and videos you shared on a WhatsApp chat? Well, soon you might not have to worry about such things as the popular messaging app is working on a new Advanced chat privacy feature which will add another layer of security to your WhatsApp conversations, preventing others from saving media or exporting chats. As per…
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Data Privacy and Anonymity for Businesses with Oxylabs Proxy
Data privacy is essential for businesses to protect sensitive information, including customer data, trade secrets, and financial transactions. Without proper safeguards, cybercriminals, competitors, and even government surveillance can exploit vulnerabilities. This may lead to financial losses and reputational damage. Anonymity, on the other hand, ensures that your businesses can conduct market research, competitor analysis, and other strategic operations without exposing…
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Genetic data site openSNP to close and delete data over privacy concerns
The openSNP project, a platform for sharing genetic and phenotypic data, will shut down on April 30, 2025, and delete all user submissions over privacy concerns and the risk of misuse by authoritarian governments. The decision was announced earlier this week by co-founder Bastian Greshake Tzovaras, who expressed concerns about how personal genomics data is subject to abuse today and…
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Webshare Proxy for Business Privacy and Anonymity
Businesses handle vast amounts of sensitive data daily, including financial records, customer information, intellectual property, and strategic communications. If this data falls into the wrong hands, the consequences can be severe—ranging from financial losses to reputational damage and legal repercussions. Maintaining anonymity is equally important, especially for businesses involved in market research, competitive analysis, or international operations. Without proper protection,…
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Millions of 23andMe users’ genetic data could be up for grabs – and experts worry it’s a looming privacy nightmare
DNA testing company 23andMe has filed for bankruptcy protection, raising questions about the future of the company and the personal data it holds. The company says it’s looking for a sale and hopes to continue as a going concern during the process. The announcement follows the resignation of CEO and co-founder Anne Wojcicki after pushing for a buyout that was…
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Privacy settings, tips, and more
In a perfect world, we could ignore AI altogether, but it’s not that simple. Whether your job involves AI, you’re worried about your content being used for training, or you’re concerned about your kids using AI inappropriately, learning how to stay safe while using AI is crucial. Not to mention, AI-driven scams have caused $108 million in damages in the…
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A Major Privacy Upgrade is Coming Soon
Image: vinnikava/Envato Elements Cross-platform encrypted messaging between iPhone and Android is coming soon, thanks to updated Rich Communication Services (RCS) standards. The GSM Association has announced that the latest RCS specifications now include end-to-end encryption based on the Messaging Layer Security protocol. This breakthrough, initially teased back in September, will finally allow secure, encrypted messaging between different mobile platforms. This…
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