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Texas sues Facebook for collecting biometric data without user consent

Facebook has already faced a similar lawsuit in a different state.

On Feb 15, 2022 by Andrew Wyrich

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A new bill might force data brokers to delete everything they have on you

It would also create a 'Do Not Track List,' similar to the 'Do Not Call List' for robocalls

On Feb 10, 2022 by Andrew Wyrich

A Black man having his face scanned by facial recognition next to a screenshot of a letter from four lawmakers urging several federal agencies to stop using Clearview AI.

Democrats warn that feds using Clearview AI facial recognition could ‘eliminate public anonymity’

'Clearview AI's technology could eliminate public anonymity in the United States.'

On Feb 9, 2022 by Andrew Wyrich

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IRS will ‘transition away’ from facial recognition plan amid widespread criticism

The plan attracted criticism from lawmakers and activists.

On Feb 7, 2022 by Andrew Wyrich

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Massachusetts lawmakers advance state-level data privacy law

Without a federal data privacy bill, states are moving forward on their own.

On Feb 7, 2022 by Andrew Wyrich

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Republicans, Democrats come together to fight IRS’ plan to use facial recognition for taxes

Lawmakers demand the IRS stop collecting, storing or using taxpayers' 'biometric data.'

On Feb 4, 2022 by Mikael Thalen

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Why Massachusetts is ground-zero for the fight against facial recognition

Eight cities in Massachusetts have banned facial recognition, making it a hot spot in the country.

On Jan 28, 2022 by Jake Pitre

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Voters want Congress to act on data privacy, poll finds

Last week, 24,000 petitions supporting a data privacy law were delivered to Congress.

On Jan 12, 2022 by Andrew Wyrich

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Gettr, a so-called alternative to big tech, uses Google and Facebook trackers and has serious security flaws, investigation finds

The researchers say Gettr's claims about privacy and security are 'disingenuous.'

On Jan 11, 2022 by Claire Goforth

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‘This is so wrong… how do I do it bestie’: TikToker shares how she downloaded ex’s Snapchat data, sparking debate

'If you feel the need to violate someone's privacy don't date them.'

On Jan 10, 2022 by Dan Latu

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‘How is this legal’: TikToker discovers her Airbnb window is connected to restaurant dining room (updated)

‘I can open the window and touch their table.'

On Dec 20, 2021 by Moises Mendez II

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Twitter stirs confusion with new policy aimed at removing ‘private media’

The updated policy is stirring confusion online.

On Nov 30, 2021 by Mikael Thalen

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Biden administration to tackle link between big data and racial discrimination

'It is critical for policymakers to understand how information policy can reduce data-driven discrimination and disparate treatment.'

On Nov 30, 2021 by Andrew Wyrich

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Lawmakers push for federal data privacy law after report revealed Amazon is gutting state legislation

A recent report about Amazon is spurring lawmakers.

On Nov 22, 2021 by Andrew Wyrich

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Facebook says it will stop using facial recognition technology

The social media giant's use of the technology had landed it in legal trouble.

On Nov 2, 2021 by Andrew Wyrich