Cybersecurity Headlines LinkedIn halts AI training, Ukraine bans Telegram, hack-for-hire lawsuit
Sep 23, 2024
LinkedIn has paused its AI data processing in the UK amid privacy backlash. Ukraine has banned Telegram for military and government use, citing national security. Controversy arises with a former German cyber chief facing unfounded accusations of Russian ties. The discussion also dives into a legal battle over unfair dismissal and highlights Microsoft's updates on Windows Server. Plus, insights on spoofed traffic trends and alarming social media surveillance practices are unveiled, raising critical data privacy concerns.
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LinkedIn Halts AI Training in UK
- LinkedIn halted AI data processing in the UK due to privacy concerns.
- The UK's ICO confirmed this after LinkedIn admitted to using member data for AI training without explicit consent.
Ukraine Bans Telegram for Officials
- Ukraine banned Telegram for government and military personnel due to national security concerns.
- The ban aims to mitigate cyberattacks, phishing, and intelligence gathering by Russia.
Dismissed German Cyber Chief Sues
- German cyber chief Arne Schoenbaum, dismissed over alleged Russian spy connections, is suing ZDF and his former employer.
- A Munich court ruled against ZDF, the satirical program that made the allegations.