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Privacy professionals
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

T-Mobile Sets the Record Straight on Latest Data Breach Filing

T-Mobile confirmed a data breach was caused by an insider incident affecting only one account with limited information exposed.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Telehealth giant Hims & Hers says its customer support system was hacked | TechCrunch

Hims & Hers confirmed a data breach affecting customer support data, including names and contact information, but not medical records.
Privacy professionals
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

T-Mobile Sets the Record Straight on Latest Data Breach Filing

T-Mobile confirmed a data breach was caused by an insider incident affecting only one account with limited information exposed.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Telehealth giant Hims & Hers says its customer support system was hacked | TechCrunch

Hims & Hers confirmed a data breach affecting customer support data, including names and contact information, but not medical records.
Poker
fromFortune
2 hours ago

Feds sue 3 states for trying to bring Kalshi and Polymarket under more control | Fortune

The federal government is suing Connecticut, Arizona, and Illinois over their regulation of prediction market operators like Kalshi and Polymarket.
#privacy
Privacy professionals
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

Perplexity's "Incognito Mode" is a "sham," lawsuit says

Perplexity's AI allegedly shares sensitive user chats with Google and Meta without consent, raising significant privacy concerns.
Privacy professionals
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

Perplexity's "Incognito Mode" is a "sham," lawsuit says

Perplexity's AI allegedly shares sensitive user chats with Google and Meta without consent, raising significant privacy concerns.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
6 hours ago

Antitrust lawsuit fallout fails to dent New York agent commissions

Commission rates in New York City remain stable despite antitrust lawsuits, with agents earning similar amounts as before.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 day ago

PREMIUM Is Your Phone Spying on You? Nah. It Doesn't Have To.

Apps collect extensive data about users, allowing them to predict needs without eavesdropping.
#meta
Law
fromwww.cnbc.com
1 day ago

Meta, Google under attack as court cases bypass 30-year-old legal shield

Meta and Google face legal challenges undermining their protections under Section 230, particularly regarding child safety and content moderation.
Law
fromwww.cnbc.com
1 day ago

Meta, Google under attack as court cases bypass 30-year-old legal shield

Meta and Google face legal challenges undermining their protections under Section 230, particularly regarding child safety and content moderation.
Tech industry
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

A Landmark Verdict Against Meta and Google

Meta and Google were found liable for creating addictive products that harmed a young woman's mental health, resulting in a $3 million verdict.
Careers
fromZDNET
7 hours ago

FTC reports a surge in $220M job fraud - here's how to vet listings, according to recruiters

Job scams are on the rise, exploiting vulnerable job seekers with vague offers and promises of high pay for little work.
fromComputerworld
1 day ago

A core infrastructure engineer pleads guilty to federal charges in insider attack

Rhyne's attack involved unauthorized remote desktop sessions, deletion of network administrator accounts, and changing of passwords, showcasing significant security vulnerabilities.
Information security
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Verdicts against Meta and Google may bring a new era of big tech accountability

"We appealed and appealed and lost every appeal. And then the case was ultimately dismissed."
US news
#illegal-streaming
fromIndependent
1 day ago
Media industry

Inside Sky's war on dodgy boxes: 'A member of the family who is a garda has one - half the station has them'

fromIndependent
1 day ago
Media industry

Sky's war on dodgy boxes: 'A member of the family who is a garda has one - half the station has them'

fromIndependent
1 day ago
Media industry

Inside Sky's war on dodgy boxes: 'A member of the family who is a garda has one - half the station has them'

fromIndependent
1 day ago
Media industry

Sky's war on dodgy boxes: 'A member of the family who is a garda has one - half the station has them'

US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

As DOJ prepares to share state voter data with DHS, a key privacy officer resigns

The DOJ is acquiring sensitive voter registration data, raising privacy concerns, as a key privacy officer resigns amid ongoing legal challenges.
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Sky should drop 'greedy' legal action against dodgy box users, TD Paul Murphy says

Sky intends to use the information obtained from a court case to take legal actions against the resellers and some of the end users, marking the first time end users could face legal action.
EU data protection
#antitrust
Healthcare
fromMedCity News
1 week ago

DOJ Cracks Down on Unfair Contracts with New Lawsuit Against NewYork-Presbyterian - MedCity News

The Department of Justice filed an antitrust lawsuit against NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital for using restrictive contracts to block lower-cost healthcare plans.
SF politics
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

The Trump administration's antitrust honeymoon is over

The Justice Department's antitrust chief emphasizes a strong stance against corporate misconduct while remaining open to negotiations.
Healthcare
fromMedCity News
1 week ago

DOJ Cracks Down on Unfair Contracts with New Lawsuit Against NewYork-Presbyterian - MedCity News

The Department of Justice filed an antitrust lawsuit against NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital for using restrictive contracts to block lower-cost healthcare plans.
SF politics
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

The Trump administration's antitrust honeymoon is over

The Justice Department's antitrust chief emphasizes a strong stance against corporate misconduct while remaining open to negotiations.
Austin
fromTelecompetitor
2 days ago

NTIA: New AT&T deal will save $2B for public safety

AT&T's renegotiated FirstNet contract adds $2 billion to public safety efforts and reduces costs by $1 billion for further investments.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

New laws to make it easier to cancel subscriptions and get refunds

New laws will simplify subscription cancellations and refunds, potentially saving consumers nearly £170 annually.
NYC parents
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Feds Storm NYC Councilmember's Home, Seize Devices in Pre-Dawn Raid

Federal agents raided the homes of Councilmember Farah Louis and her sister as part of a corruption investigation into migrant shelter contracts.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Globalstar Soars 10%: Amazon's Reported Takeover Bid Ignites a Spectrum War With SpaceX

Amazon is in advanced talks to acquire Globalstar, boosting GSAT shares by 10% and highlighting its strategic value in satellite telecommunications.
#fcc
Public health
fromTheregister
5 days ago

FCC making it easier for US telcos to ditch legacy lines

New FCC rules aim to accelerate high-speed network transition but may disadvantage rural and special needs populations.
fromZDNET
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

Buying a router? A new US ban just shrank your choices - here's why

Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

FCC bans import of new consumer routers made overseas, citing security risks | TechCrunch

The FCC has banned the import of new foreign-made consumer routers due to cybersecurity risks to U.S. national security.
Public health
fromTheregister
5 days ago

FCC making it easier for US telcos to ditch legacy lines

New FCC rules aim to accelerate high-speed network transition but may disadvantage rural and special needs populations.
fromZDNET
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

Buying a router? A new US ban just shrank your choices - here's why

Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

FCC bans import of new consumer routers made overseas, citing security risks | TechCrunch

The FCC has banned the import of new foreign-made consumer routers due to cybersecurity risks to U.S. national security.
#verizon
Law
fromUnionLeader.com
4 days ago

Verizon wins injunction blocking T-Mobile ad campaign promising big savings

Verizon Wireless received a preliminary injunction against T-Mobile's advertising campaign claiming over $1,000 in annual savings for consumers.
Law
fromUnionLeader.com
4 days ago

Verizon wins injunction blocking T-Mobile ad campaign promising big savings

Verizon Wireless received a preliminary injunction against T-Mobile's advertising campaign claiming over $1,000 in annual savings for consumers.
#att
fromEngadget
4 days ago
Mobile UX

AT&T now offers a single subscription for both wireless service and home internet

fromEngadget
4 days ago
Mobile UX

AT&T now offers a single subscription for both wireless service and home internet

Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

Boring Pays Dividends: Why AT&T is the Hot Stock Nobody Wants to Admit They Own

AT&T is regaining investor interest as a stable dividend stock amidst market volatility and AI disruption.
NYC politics
fromHoodline
3 days ago

Brooklyn Drivers Slammed With Scam 'Enforcement Action' Texts, NYPD Warns

Brooklyn drivers are targeted by a scam text claiming enforcement action, urging immediate payment to avoid penalties.
London startup
fromEngadget
4 days ago

The UK's antitrust regulator is looking into Microsoft's possible monopoly power

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority is investigating Microsoft for potential anti-competitive practices in the cloud market.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

Delve whistleblower strikes again, with alleged receipts about 'fake compliance' | TechCrunch

Delve's CEO denies allegations of faking compliance evidence amid accusations from an anonymous source presenting alleged proof.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

Nothing to see in Texas: How a Texas court put AML efforts further behind

The U.S. struggles with real estate transparency in the fight against money laundering, facing privacy concerns and political resistance.
#fbi
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

Suspected Chinese breach of FBI system exposed surveillance targets' phone numbers

A breach linked to China exposed phone numbers of FBI surveillance targets, raising concerns about counterintelligence risks.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Fired FBI Agents Cite Todd Blanche's CPAC Boast in New Class Action Suit

Former FBI agents filed a lawsuit alleging politically motivated firings by bureau leadership, claiming due process was denied based on perceived political affiliation.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

Suspected Chinese breach of FBI system exposed surveillance targets' phone numbers

A breach linked to China exposed phone numbers of FBI surveillance targets, raising concerns about counterintelligence risks.
France news
fromThe Local France
4 days ago

France begins shutdown of 2G network

Orange will deactivate its 2G network in parts of France starting April 1, affecting 28 municipalities and over 1.5 million devices.
Remote teams
fromTheregister
5 days ago

Security contractor blew the whistle on shabby support crew

Brad, a security contractor, faced challenges with antivirus alerts while working in a labor hire company's office without proper IT support.
fromSecurityWeek
5 days ago

Telnyx Targeted in Growing TeamPCP Supply Chain Attack

The WAV file is a valid audio file. It passes MIME-type checks. But the audio frame data contains a base64-encoded payload. Decode the frames, take the first 8 bytes as the XOR key, XOR the rest, and you have your executable or Python script.
Python
#apple
Apple
fromThe Verge
6 days ago

Apple's long, bitter App Store antitrust war

Apple has shifted from a small competitor to a dominant force in mobile computing, raising concerns over its market practices.
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago
Privacy professionals

Apple will hide your email address from apps and websites, but not cops | TechCrunch

Apple provided federal agents with identities of customers using its email privacy feature, revealing limitations in its privacy assurances.
Apple
fromThe Verge
6 days ago

Apple's long, bitter App Store antitrust war

Apple has shifted from a small competitor to a dominant force in mobile computing, raising concerns over its market practices.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

Apple will hide your email address from apps and websites, but not cops | TechCrunch

Apple provided federal agents with identities of customers using its email privacy feature, revealing limitations in its privacy assurances.
Law
fromMoneywise
8 hours ago

Towing scams are surging across the U.S. - and one NYC case shows just how brazen these companies have become

Clutch Towing in Brooklyn continues to operate despite a settlement for overcharging customers, leaving victims like Michael Medved with hefty fees.
Intellectual property law
fromReadWrite
2 days ago

CFTC lawsuit targets states over prediction markets ban

Federal regulators are suing Arizona, Illinois, and Connecticut to assert authority over event contracts against state regulations labeling them as unlicensed gambling.
fromTelecompetitor
5 days ago

Home internet costs up, consumers hate hidden fees: Report

"The most important aspect of pricing for consumers is knowing their total price rather than an advertised price that comes with hidden fees: 88% of respondents believe all fees should be included in advertised pricing."
Digital life
#social-media
Law
fromBloomberglaw
4 days ago

Social Media Jury Verdicts Ignite Internet Free Speech Debates

A coalition opposes recent jury verdicts holding social media companies liable for youth addiction, fearing implications for free speech and privacy rights.
Law
fromBloomberglaw
4 days ago

Social Media Jury Verdicts Ignite Internet Free Speech Debates

A coalition opposes recent jury verdicts holding social media companies liable for youth addiction, fearing implications for free speech and privacy rights.
Privacy professionals
fromDallas News
5 days ago

Finally, social media companies are being held accountable

A California jury found Meta and Google liable for a young user's mental health distress, shifting focus to platform design and algorithms.
Privacy technologies
fromZDNET
4 days ago

The best way to protect your phone from a warrantless search in 2026

US authorities are increasingly aggressive in detaining and seizing devices, with biometrics remaining vulnerable.
#cybersecurity
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
5 days ago

Weekly Recap: Telecom Sleeper Cells, LLM Jailbreaks, Apple Forces U.K. Age Checks and More

A critical Citrix vulnerability is actively exploited, and the FBI confirms a hack of Director Kash Patel's email account by an Iran-linked group.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
5 days ago

Weekly Recap: Telecom Sleeper Cells, LLM Jailbreaks, Apple Forces U.K. Age Checks and More

A critical Citrix vulnerability is actively exploited, and the FBI confirms a hack of Director Kash Patel's email account by an Iran-linked group.
Privacy professionals
fromTheregister
5 days ago

US router ban is 'industrial policy' not better infosec

The U.S. ban on foreign-made SOHO routers is ineffective for security and serves as industrial policy rather than genuine cybersecurity.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Pinterest said he violated laid-off colleagues' privacy. Now he's going public

A former Pinterest engineer claims he was unjustly fired for sharing a tool that revealed employee layoffs.
US news
fromCbsnews
1 week ago

New York man pleads guilty to cyberstalking slain UnitedHealthcare CEO's family member

Shane Daley pleaded guilty to cyberstalking, leaving threatening voicemails to a family member of slain UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Roam Research
fromwww.telecompetitor.com
3 weeks ago

Robocalls continue to decline, sort of: Report

Robocalls in February 2026 totaled 3.8 billion, down 1.3% from January and 14% from February 2025, though daily volume increased due to fewer calendar days.
#whatsapp
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

WhatsApp notifies hundreds of users who installed a fake app that was actually government spyware | TechCrunch

WhatsApp notified 200 users about a malicious fake app containing spyware created by Italian firm SIO.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

WhatsApp notifies hundreds of users who installed a fake app that was actually government spyware | TechCrunch

WhatsApp notified 200 users about a malicious fake app containing spyware created by Italian firm SIO.
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

FCC Enforcement Chief Offered to Help Brendan Carr Target Disney, Records Show

Noting that he had been a broadcaster himself, Hadley wrote that the 'absolute lack of accountability has always confused (and sickened) me,' telling Carr and Delacourt: 'Please, do not let up, and let me know if I can help in any way.'
Media industry
Law
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Compass seeks to dismiss TCPA lawsuit over agent calls

Murch alleges repeated unwanted calls from Compass agents despite requests to stop, while Compass seeks dismissal claiming no liability for independent contractors' actions.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Reddit Is Still Furious About AT&T's $47 Billion Loss From Six Years Ago

AT&T acquired the bundle for $108.7 billion in 2018 and exited for roughly $43 billion in 2022, booking a $47 billion loss in the process. The Ellison family is now paying $111 billion for those same assets, backed by $57.5 billion in debt from Bank of America, Citigroup, and Apollo. Bold move or billionaire ego trip?
Business intelligence
Tech industry
fromTelecompetitor
4 weeks ago

AT&T expands its guarantee to almost 50M more customers

AT&T extended its customer guarantee to 50 million additional consumers by adding AT&T Internet Air, now offering free internet backup to all fiber and wireless customers.
Privacy professionals
fromSecurityWeek
3 days ago

FBI Warns of Data Security Risks From China-Made Mobile Apps

Foreign-developed mobile applications pose significant data security risks, particularly those from China, according to an FBI alert.
Privacy professionals
fromTheregister
4 days ago

Big Tech has not enforced Australia's social media ban

Australia's eSafety Commission is enforcing compliance with social media age restrictions after finding major platforms inadequate in protecting children under 16.
Privacy professionals
fromEngadget
5 days ago

OkCupid settles FTC case on alleged misuse of its users' personal data

OkCupid settled a lawsuit with the FTC over sharing user data without consent, denying wrongdoing but committing to improved privacy practices.
US news
fromAndroid Authority
1 month ago

T-Mobile speaks out about Verizon's lawsuit against it, but who will win?

T-Mobile filed a formal response to Verizon's false advertising lawsuit, arguing the '$1,000 in savings' claim has merit and that Verizon uses similar comparative marketing tactics.
Privacy professionals
fromSilicon Canals
5 days ago

The real US surveillance threat isn't AI - it's the data infrastructure we already built - Silicon Canals

The infrastructure for mass surveillance already exists, relying on pre-existing technology and data rather than new AI advancements.
Privacy professionals
fromFEDweek
6 days ago

Agencies Need More Complete Guidance on Privacy Considerations of AI Use, Says GAO

GAO identifies gaps in AI guidance, highlighting risks and the need for comprehensive privacy protections in agency implementations.
#t-mobile
fromTelecompetitor
1 month ago

FCC proposes rules to stop fraudulent Lifeline support in certain states

FCC OIS detected similar fraud in the system in a 2017 report, which resulted in the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC), the Lifeline program administrator, beginning a "death check" as part of the enrollment process. However, the FCC allowed three states (California, Texas, and Oregon) to opt out of the death check process. The most recent OIG report specifies that the $5 million in fraud was all in the opt-out state
US politics
US politics
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

Senator says AT&T and Verizon blocked release of Salt Typhoon security reports

AT&T and Verizon blocked release of Mandiant security assessments on Salt Typhoon, prompting calls for the carriers' CEOs to testify before Congress.
Business
fromBenzinga
1 month ago

Verizon Sues T-Mobile Over $1,000 Savings Claims, Alleges Misleading Ads Despite Prior Regulatory Warnings - Walt Disney (NYSE:DIS), Netflix (NASDAQ:NFLX)

Verizon sued T-Mobile alleging false advertising for claims that customers can save over $1,000 annually, seeking triple damages and an injunction under the Lanham Act.
Privacy professionals
fromArs Technica
3 weeks ago

AT&T wrongly charged man $6,196, reversed bill after hearing from Ars

AT&T FirstNet customers are experiencing erroneous $6,200 charges for data usage at $2 per megabyte despite having unlimited plans, requiring escalation to resolve.
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Texas AG sues TP-Link over purported connection to China

TP-Link is no longer owned by a Chinese company and its products are assembled in Vietnam, but Paxton's lawsuit claims that because the company's "ownership and supply-chain are tied to China" it's subject to the country's data laws, which require companies to comply with requests from Chinese intelligence agencies. The lawsuit also says that firmware vulnerabilities in TP-Link's hardware have already "exposed millions of consumers to severe cybersecurity risks."
Information security
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Ethics Authority Won't Pursue Brendan Carr Charges Because Alleged Misconduct Was Too... Obvious? - Above the Law

Maryland declined to investigate an ethics complaint against FCC Chair Brendan Carr because the allegations were based on publicly available information under Rule 19-711(b)(2).
fromTelecompetitor
2 months ago

Robocall volume shows little sign of decreasing: Report

Over the past five years, annual robocall volume has consistently remained between approximately 50 billion and 55 billion, according to the YouMail Robocall Index. Robocall volume for 2025 totaled 52.5 billion, down a little over 1% from the 2024 total of 52.8 billion. December's 4.1 billion robocalls were up 6.4% from November but down 5.7% from December 2024. YouMail noted that robocalls increased in November and December 2025 after reaching a multi-year low in October.
Privacy technologies
US politics
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Letting prisons jam contraband phones is a bad idea, phone companies tell FCC

Jamming will block all communications, including lawful 911 calls, and cannot selectively target contraband devices; FCC proposal faces opposition from wireless carriers.
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