Techlore Surveillance Report LastPass Is #Cancelled - Surveillance Report 31
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Mar 5, 2021 A major data breach at Singtel exposes 129,000 customer records due to third-party vulnerabilities. LastPass is limiting free accounts, prompting a shoutout for Bitwarden as an alternative. Malware is adapting, with new threats targeting Apple devices. TikTok faces a $92 million settlement over data privacy issues, while genetic data sales raise ethical concerns. The LAPD's request for Ring footage sparks privacy alarm, and Mexico plans a biometric phone registry to combat crime. Plus, updates on security risks and fixes across popular software.
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Biometric Phone IDs Carry Big Tradeoffs
- Mexico's proposed biometric phone registry aims to combat kidnapping but raises theft, black market, and privacy concerns.
- Mandatory linkage of identity and devices could deter lawful users and enable new abuses.
Hong Kong Citizens Sidestep Tracing App
- Many Hong Kong residents avoid the Leave Home Safe tracing app by writing contact details manually or choosing takeout.
- Convenience and privacy fears drive people to simple workarounds when apps aren't mandatory.
Watch Freemium Feature Reclassifications
- Tutanota moved calendar invites and multiple domain names to business-tier features and offers prorated refunds.
- Expect freemium services to reclassify features to stay financially viable and check for refund options.