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- www.cbsnews.com As mind-reading technology improves, Colorado passes first-in-nation law to protect privacy of our thoughts
The first-in-the-nation law in Colorado includes biological or brain data in the State Privacy Act, similar to fingerprints if the data is being used to identify people.
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GDPR Account deletion
Hello, I wrote a mail template which I send to websites that don't have an easy process of deleting an account.
Maybe it helps you, maybe you will use it too for when you want to delete your unused accounts and maybe you can contribute to it. The better the message gets and the more websites offer an easy way to delete accounts, the safer we'll be online.
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If you can influence the deletion policy, please read on. Otherwise, please forward this to someone that can influence this process.
It's better for the business to offer an easy way to delete an account. Ideally, it would be good to delete accounts which weren't active for more than say 5 years, with a mail notification beforehand. Why? Here are the main reasons:
- There are higher operation and maintenance costs because you have unused accounts in your databases.
- The services load slower, with a performance penalty, because each user-related query has to go through many unused users.
- The people opinion of your services decreases, because you don't offer an easy way to delete accounts
- People might change their mail to a throw-away address and leave the account open, thus producing more waste than necessary.
- In case of a security breach, the amount of compromised data is higher than in case you regularly delete accounts, which might lead to financial penalties.
- The information you get out of a database with active accounts is much more precious than the information from a stale database, or one with obsolete data.
I hope this information helps and that you will change your policy of deleting accounts. Each website that does this, contributes to a better, safer ecosystem.
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[email protected]: On Simplelogin, are there any practical differences between public and premium domains?
All I found was this comment about the difference.
>Premium domain is only available when you have premium, because fewer people pay and fewer people use it, so there is less abuse and the domain name has better reputation, so when you public domain is not working, using the premium domain may be able to register.-
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how to post YouTube videos anonymously?
Hello! what is the best setup for creating content without compromising my privacy? i am aware of most opsec stuff but i have some questions:
- how do i use 2FA without giving YouTube my phone number?
- how big of an identifier is my voice? should i use a voice filter?
thanks.
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[email protected]: What are your thoughts on this old r/Privacy post? 1.6K upvotes "Apple tracks you, even if you don't have Apple devices"
https://reddit.com/r/privacy/comments/v624di/apple\_tracks\_you\_even\_if\_you\_dont\_have\_apple/
>We investigate what data iOS on an iPhone shares with Apple and what data Google Android on a Pixel phone shares with Google. We find that even when minimally configured and the handset is idle both iOS and Google Android share data with Apple/Google on average every 4.5 mins. The phone IMEI, hardware serial number, SIM serial number and IMSI, handset phone number etc are shared with Apple and Google. Both iOS and Google Android transmit telemetry, despite the user explicitly opting out of this. When a SIM is inserted both iOS and Google Android send details to Apple/Google. iOS sends the MAC addresses of nearby devices, e.g. other handsets and the home gateway, to Apple together with their GPS location. Users have no opt out from this and currently there are few, if any, realistic options for preventing this data sharing.
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RCS vs SMS/MMS?
So in the new upcoming major feature update for IOS, Apple is adding RCS support in there messaging app. What are the privacy implications of adopting RCS?
Is there any other apps that have RCS support on Android other than Google's own messaging app?
The reason for my asking is because I was considering migrating my relatives' messaging app to a RCS supported one because they will probably most likely enjoy the extra bandwidth of RCS.
Note, they're already using Signal, Telegram, and WhatsApp for most of their conversations.
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Wish From All Sides to Move On Gives Freedom to Julian Assange - The New York Times
www.nytimes.com A Wish From All Sides to Move On Ends With Liberty for AssangeThe WikiLeaks founder spent years in captivity in London before talks accelerated this spring, allowing him to go home to Australia as a felon, but a free man.
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Thought on Graphene?
Hello, making this post to get some honest, and technical opinions about GrapheneOS. Please do not be bother by this question. No drama here pls 🙏. I've heard that there is some of the google code into the "sandbox" feature. Say your opinion below! 👇👇
- www.theverge.com ACLU suspects warrantless surveillance in neo-Nazi’s prosecution
The ACLU is challenging Section 702 by joining the defense of a neo-Nazi accused of plotting to destroy Baltimore’s power grid.
cross-posted from: https://lemmy.sdf.org/post/18833721
> I hate that groups like the ACLU have to defend nazi scum to protect my liberties. Better that the government not violate our rights in the first place, but in lieu of that, even nazi scum is subject to the same rights and due process as any other citizen. However, I wouldn’t mind if they got pantsed a couple of times by their lawyers.
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Private WiFi camera for out of town viewing. Live view only. No storage.
Is there a WiFi camera with an app for viewing when away from home, that has decent privacy? Plug and play would be nice. Limited time to do major setup as in 2 hours tops. Cost is fine nothing into 4 digits. Recording not neccesary. No storage is needed. Simple live viewing is all.
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[email protected]: Do browsers block websites from uploading data that could be used for fingerprinting like resolution, installed fonts, etc.?
Fingerprinting works by collecting bits of information about the browser and device to identify users. Couldn't browsers see when a website gets such info with JS and either prevent or ask permission from the user for the website to make HTTP requests to upload such information to the website. Idk if they do something like this already.
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[email protected]: Are there any privacy issues with keeping camera or mic access on for iOS apps?
iOS is very good about sandboxing and only letting apps run things while the app is open and focused on. It shows green and orange dots when the camera or mic is being used, and none of my use them without saying so and they only do so when they actually need them. If that is the case, are there any potential privacy issues with it?
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Is pixel 4a too old for a new phone?
Hi,
A friend wants to degoogle his phone, so I suggested the OS I'm currently using. The one we can't talk about... He wants a small/compact phone, so I suggested pixel 4a (not buying second hand though), but I'm afraid that planned obsolescence may kill the phone rather soon. What's your opinion?
Cheers and thank you for your help,
- www.404media.co Lawsuit Claims Microsoft Tracked Sex Toy Shoppers With 'Recording in Real Time' Software
The complaint claims that Babeland and Good Vibrations websites uses Microsoft's Clarity tracking software to see what visitors searched for and bought.
- odysee.com They lied to you about car surveillance
We now know that the data collection in modern cars is out of control -- The question is, how does that data even leave your car? And what, if anything, can you do to stop it?
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[email protected]: Why use catch-all email domains over email aliases?
I've been looking at using email aliases services, and right now I'm thinking of using Simplelogin for all my online accounts and accounts where I can change my email easily, and getting my own domain to share with people and where I can't easily update my email. It seems like I shouldn't use my own domain for online services because it would be unique and can be tracked.
I did lots of reading about this and am still wondering why someone would want to opt for catch-all domains over aliases. Catch-alls seem highly susceptible to spam and while I haven't actually done any email aliasing yet, it doesn't seem to take much effort to make a new alias if you have a plan with unlimited aliases.
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Windows 10 shows Linkedin Learning Ads on Login Screen
Hi all,
First off: Can't switch to Linux, Windows is a work requirement. Please spare me.
With that out of the way, here's my problem:
Since 2-3 days I've been seeing ads disguised as a minimized video player popup on my Windows 10 Login Screen !image.
Initially I thought I might have been watching something on youtube and forgot to close the tab and it autoplayed in the background until reaching this stuff by chance; but that turned out not to be the case (I'm also using Firefox exclusively, which I thought wouldn't integrate with Windows, but I wasn't 100% sure on that end).
I tried to research this a bit, but the only similar case I found was in an old reddit thread saying that some Windows update installed the LinkedIn App for them, which is not the case here.
Antivirus (Bit Defender) and Malwarebytes both give me a clean report.
So I did some more digging and right click that thing with my firewall set to deny all to figure out where this is taking me, and surprise...
There's a total of 100 connection attempts from Windows Search to around 10 different IP addresses, all of which belong to Microsoft.
I have not installed any updates in the last 14 days, no new software, and have not changed any system settings.
What did change is that I am currently not in China, where I normally live, but am on a business trip to Malaysia, where a bunch of services that are blocked in China might be accessible, and are now splicing in those (somewhat disguised) ads.
Does this happen to anyone else, and if so, do you have an idea how to get rid of it?
Thanks a lot in advance!
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Are there any guides, tutorials or similar on how to use Steam more privately?
I'm at a point where I'd like to play certain games, but I dislike that they're exclusively available on consoles and Steam for Desktop. Steam's Privacy Policy and Terms of Service raise concerns about my personal security and privacy. I'm looking for advice on how to improve my privacy while using Steam.
Thank you in advance!
(I will use Steam on Linux)
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Advice on improving my privacy
Every other day I see the the world turning into a cyberpunk hellscape with no privacy. I am starting to feel what's the point of trying to claw back privavy.
However I am not givong up as the need for privacy is more important than ever.
It the spirit of continuing the fight how should what should I Improve next?
Currently running Fedora 40 and use only open source apps. When browsing I try and use Mullvad browser and use my regular logins on a hardened Firefox with arkenfox. I have proton unlimtes for mail, passwords, drive and a VPN which is always on. I have filen as a back for redundancy and my most import files are encrypted with Crypomator and uploaded to both clouds.
On my mobile I use a pixel 4, I tried Graphene OS but my banking failed so back to stock Android. The only I have replaces most android apps with Fossify apps and use Obtanium, Aurura and F-Droid for apps. I use ente Auth for authentication except for my work as I have to use Microsoft Authenticator. The only proprietary apps I use are Facebook messenger, spotify, google maps and my bank. I use Facebook messenger and maps through shelter .
For browsing on Android I use Mull and on my android Proton VPN is always on. I visit twitter and twitter ocasionly but always through mull browser.
For keeping in contact with freinds I use Aliucord in Android and Vesktop on my PC
Before anyone asks my bank is App only and it is the only way I have been able to successfully manage my finaces so I have to stay with that for now.
For spending habniys I try to use Google pay as little as possible and use my master card.
My Apologies for my english I am a little stupid when it comes to spelling and grammar.
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A tool for uploading/downloading files anonymously with client-side encryption
https://github.com/umutcamliyurt/Anon-File-Upload
- thecyberexpress.com South Korean ISP Targeted Torrenting Customers With Malware
South Korean telecommunications giant KT is under investigation for allegedly hacking customers who used torrent services.
- invidious.private.coffee "Privacy" for normies is... Weird.
Use invidious - https://invidious.private.coffee Use revolt - https://revolt.chat Use matrix - https://matrix.org Use LINUX! - https://www.linuxmint.com Sources: https://invidious.private.coffee/watch?v=1yUj_Jdis6E https://redlib.kylrth.com/r/discordapp/comments/11ihqq6/discord_will_possibly_record...
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[email protected]: What are the best ways to minimize fingerprinting on Firefox?
I did the tests on fingerprint.com/demo/ and https://coveryourtracks.eff.org/ and they both said I have a unique fingerprint, even when I enabled
privacy.resistFingerprinting
toTrue
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[email protected]: How well do sites like Blacklight work for checking if sites use trackers?
https://themarkup.org/blacklight, I put in a few sites, including a full Reddit post URL and it reported 0 trackers. Does this site work well, are there other sites for seeing trackers on websites that work well?
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With the advances in AI and telepathy fields, how do you see the future of privacy?
Context: https://www.forbes.com/sites/williamhaseltine/2024/04/24/is-telepathy-possible-perhaps-due-to-new-technology/
Edit: maybe at some point, the police will be able to read our thoughts to know if we are innocent or guilty with a non-invasive device.
- mullvad.net To those of you with nothing to hide: One day you might have. Because you don’t make the rules.
The most common argument used in defense of mass surveillance is ‘If you have nothing to hide, you have nothing to fear’. Try saying that to women in the US states where abortion has suddenly become illegal. Say it to investigative journalists in authoritarian countries. Saying ‘I have nothing to h...
> The most common argument used in defense of mass surveillance is ‘If you have nothing to hide, you have nothing to fear’. Try saying that to women in the US states where abortion has suddenly become illegal. Say it to investigative journalists in authoritarian countries. Saying ‘I have nothing to hide’ means you stop caring about anyone fighting for their freedom. And one day, you might be one of them.
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The major Organic Maps June update
organicmaps.app The major June update and a follow-up OSM data-only update (with a hotfix for the iOS app hanging) were successfully published and are available in all app stores and on our GitHub.The major June update and a follow-up OSM data-only update (with a hotfix for the iOS app hanging) were successfully published and are available in all app stor…
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Session vs simplex or other alternatives?
Session messenger android client currently feels unpolished while simplex seems to require it to run in the background for instant notifications. Is there an alternative that is better than those 2?
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America's best chance for nationwide privacy law could do more harm than good
www.theregister.com American Privacy Rights Act is now weak sauce, critics warn'Congress has effectively gutted it as part of a backroom deal'
- blog.thenewoil.org A Rising Enforcement of Censorship
In recent weeks, I’ve noticed a rise in censorship regarding SMS communication that’s not being discussed. At all. I’m concerned that it ...
> In recent weeks, I’ve noticed a rise in censorship regarding SMS communication that’s not being discussed. At all. I’m concerned that it may become a slippery slope that eventually effects us all. I don’t have any dramatic, prose-ridden introduction this week. Just some news, facts, and observations I wanted to share. So this week, follow me down the rabbit hole as I explore an existing but rising threat to our free speech and what we can do about it.
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Privacy friendly art home alert system?
Our garage flooded last night (not the first time) and so I want to install some water sensors in the garage and basement. There's dumb ones that look similar to a smoke detector, but all they do is make noise, which I'm willing to bet I won't hear since I can barely hear the smoke detector in the kitchen when I'm upstairs. thats why I want a smart system so it rings an alarm on my phone as well, though if there was something with like a repeater I could install upstairs that would work too. thanks all
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Looking for recommendations for homebrew security system cameras
A friend of mine is helping me with setting up a Linux-based homebrew security system set up. He's currently using Wyze cameras, but they are faulty and have ads on them, so I'd like to find something more open-source/closed system that I can control completely. Any recommendations or pointers in the right direction would be great.
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Does MATRIX recipients know my IP?
I wanna know if MATRIX recipients know my IP, and more globally what the recipients know about me (how the matrix protocol works). THX
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I have an online business. How f*cked am I ?
Hi there,
I'm currently going through some significant changes in my life. I'll be making a professional transition soon by leaving Paris for a more rural area, but I won't bore you with all the details.
My issue is that I really value my privacy and dislike big tech companies like gafam. To protect myself, I use Pihole and only allow an old phone to have access to meta products.
I recently caved in and reactivated my old Facebook and Instagram accounts to help with advertising, along with using a platform similar to Hootsuite to streamline things. When responding to private messages on Instagram, I use Aeroinsta to block ads and telemetry.
I'm managing okay so far, but I've seen the success some people have on TikTok and feel tempted to create an account. The thought of it turns my stomach, though.
If you're in a similar situation where online communication is vital, how do you navigate it? Have you found any alternative apps for TikTok like Aerosinsta ?
I'd really appreciate hearing from you and getting some insights. Thank you for your input.
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On Android 10 and higher, is the GSF ID visible and accessible to all apps downloaded on the device or just the privileged apps?
Is the Google Services Framework ID (GSF ID) visible and accessible to all apps downloaded on mobile device running on Android 10 or higher? Or is the GSF ID only visible and accessible to privileged apps on the device?
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Removing ads from Smart TV YouTube app
I don't know if this is the correct community to post this. I have a Smart TV from a Greek manufacturer named TurboX. Not Android TV, Smart TV. This means that it has Internet access, has some pre-installed apps, but I can't install any other apps on it. The menus thankfully don't have any ads. However, the Youtube app has. I highly doubt there is any way to remove those, but if you guys know or found any, can you let me know?
Thanks.
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What would you consider your threat model?
I was watching Eric Murphy's video on "Privacy faigue" and it certainly provided some food for thought. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ab6ryHD_ahQ)
I like how he conceptualizes privacy as multilevelled, with no one-size-fits-all solution, which should be tailored based on the individual's threat model.
So, with that in mind: what would y'all consider your threat model?
As far as I'm concerned I suppose my main goal is to avoid advertisements, particularly targeted advertisement. Additionally I would obviously like to avoid getting hacked, but I know I'm not being targeted particularly (and wouldn't be a worthwhile target anyway). Curious to see if I have any obvious blindspots that could be remedied based on everyone else's answers.