Techlore Surveillance Report Cookies? Ad-Tech? Google Says Both!
Jul 30, 2024
Google is doubling down on user tracking with cookies and a controversial Privacy Sandbox initiative. Twitter users need to opt out quickly to protect their data from AI submission. A recent court ruling is a game changer, preventing border agents from accessing your phone without a warrant. The discussion dives into significant data breaches affecting many platforms and highlights Switzerland's push for open source software in the public sector. Plus, there's an in-depth look at privacy challenges in cryptocurrency wallets and emerging tech features that enhance online privacy.
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Skepticism Toward Company Breach Denials
- Some companies deny breaches while blaming third parties, but later evidence often contradicts them.
- Public claims of 'no breach' warrant scrutiny and follow-up investigation.
Opt Out Of X's AI Training
- On X (Twitter), opt out of AI training by desktop: Settings → Privacy and Safety → Grok, then uncheck training.
- Also delete Grok conversation history if you want to remove previously used data.
Media Files Can Carry Hidden APKs
- Telegram had a zero-day that disguised malicious APKs as videos, highlighting risks in media handling.
- The bug affected versions 10.14 and older and was patched weeks later, showing delayed vendor response.