TikTok Accused of Unlawfully Tracking Grindr App Data
A consumer group in Austria alleges TikTok engaged in unlawful cross-app tracking of Grindr usage. The claim raises major digital privacy concerns for Canadian users.
Category : Digital Privacy
Google shutting down dark web report in January
Google is eliminating its dark web monitoring service. Learn what this means for your online security and discover alternative steps to protect your personal data in Canada.
Google shutting down dark web report tool
Google confirms it will terminate its dark web monitoring feature in January 2025. Learn what this means for user privacy and what alternatives exist for Canadians.
Saskatchewan Needs Strong Privacy Laws for AI Era
An opinion piece argues Saskatchewan's cybersecurity pact is insufficient. The province needs robust privacy legislation to govern AI data use, citing real-world examples of potential breaches.
U.S. lawmakers press tech giants over immigration agent tracking apps
American legislators are urging Google and Apple to remove applications that track the locations of immigration enforcement officers, citing serious safety risks. Learn about the political pressure and tech accountability.
Alberta privacy chief concerned over health IDs
Alberta's privacy commissioner voices significant concerns about personal health numbers appearing on identification cards, highlighting privacy risks for citizens. Learn about the implications.
Edmonton police facial recognition pilot faces privacy review delay
Edmonton's AI facial recognition pilot on police bodycams launched before a required privacy assessment was fully reviewed. The December trial could conclude before the commissioner's office completes its vetting. Learn more about the implications.
23andMe proposes $4.49M data breach settlement
A $4.49 million settlement has been proposed in a class-action lawsuit against 23andMe over a major data breach. The deal awaits court approval and could affect many Canadians.
Alberta licence-health number plan a fraud risk: watchdog
Alberta's privacy watchdog warns that adding health-care numbers to driver's licences significantly increases fraud risk. Learn the details and implications of the proposed change.
Ireland probes TikTok, LinkedIn over illegal content reports
Irish regulators launch probes into TikTok and LinkedIn for potential failures in reporting illegal content, a key requirement under the EU's Digital Services Act. Read the latest on platform accountability.
India orders pre-installed, unremovable govt app on phones
India orders smartphone makers to preload an unremovable government cybersecurity app, raising major privacy and surveillance concerns among rights advocates. Learn about the implications.
Russians skeptical about state-backed messenger
Russian citizens voice distrust in government-supported messaging platform despite official promotion. Concerns about digital privacy and forced adoption spark public skepticism.
Russia threatens complete WhatsApp ban over security issues
Russia considers total WhatsApp ban amid security disputes. Learn how this could impact users and what alternatives exist in the digital communication landscape.
Russia Warns of Full WhatsApp Block Amid Domestic App Push
Russia escalates restrictions on WhatsApp, moving toward complete ban while promoting state-run MAX super app. Learn how this impacts digital landscape.
40% of Canadian teens' online sexual victimization on Snapchat
A new report reveals nearly 40% of Canadian teens' online sexual victimization occurs on Snapchat. The Canadian Centre for Child Protection urges platforms to enhance safety measures. Read more.
AdGuard Family Plan: Lifetime Subscription $33
Protect your family's online privacy with AdGuard's discounted lifetime plan. Block ads, prevent malware, and secure personal data across all devices for just $33 with limited time offer.
Gmail Uses Your Emails for AI Training - Turn It Off
Google automatically opted Gmail users into sharing email data for AI training. Learn how to protect your privacy by disabling smart features in settings.
Spain investigates Meta for Android privacy breaches
Spain's data protection authority opens investigation into Meta for alleged privacy violations on Android devices. Learn about the potential implications for user data security.
Digital Privacy: Why Canadians Need VPN Protection
Concerned about online tracking? Digital privacy experts explain why VPNs are essential for all Canadians, not just tech-savvy users. Protect your data today.
TikTok sued for illegal ads targeting Quebec children
TikTok faces legal action for allegedly targeting Quebec children with illegal advertisements. Learn about the lawsuit details and potential consequences for the social media giant.
Toronto Ads Recording Pedestrians Near Union Station
Digital billboards near Toronto's Union Station Bus Terminal are equipped with technology that can record pedestrians. Learn about the privacy implications and what you need to know.
Digital Groundhog Day: Canada's Online Consent Loop
Josh Freed explores the relentless digital harassment Canadians face daily with repetitive consent requests for tracking, cookies, and subscriptions that never remember our preferences.
Recording Billboards at Union Station Installed Years Ago
Digital billboards with potential recording capability discovered at Toronto's Union Station Bus Terminal, raising privacy concerns. Learn about the technology and public reaction.
Ottawa restores privacy protection in streaming bill
The Canadian government is moving to reinstate a crucial privacy provision that was accidentally removed from the Online Streaming Act, addressing concerns about user data protection in the digital age.
X Corp fights $100K BC fine in intimate image case
Social media platform X, formerly Twitter, is taking legal action against a British Columbia tribunal decision that fined the company $100,000 for failing to remove intimate images. Discover the details of this landmark digital privacy case.
Quebec Health Database Faces Class Action Over Medical Records
A groundbreaking class action lawsuit alleges Quebec's health database Carnet Santé was systematically accessed without patient consent. Thousands of Quebecers may have had their sensitive medical data compromised.
Sudbury Police Warn of Scammers Spoofing Their Phone Number
Greater Sudbury residents are being targeted by sophisticated phone scams where callers are manipulating caller ID to display legitimate police numbers. Learn how to protect yourself from these convincing fraud attempts.
2026 Cloud Storage Changes: Privacy Meets New Pricing
Major cloud storage providers are planning subscription model changes by 2026 that will impact privacy and pricing. Discover what this means for your data and wallet.
Foreign Courts Can Access Canadian Data: Government Warning
A startling government document reveals that data stored in Canada isn't safe from foreign court orders. Learn how international laws could compromise your digital privacy.
Medical Portal Privacy Gap Exposed in Canada
A Canadian doctor's viral revelation about patient portal privacy raises urgent questions about digital medical confidentiality in the age of electronic health records.
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