TechThe phrase "I have nothing to hide" has become a lazy justification for dismissing privacy. It’s time to reframe the conversation.
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Whistleblower on Democrats’ AI plans: “Absolutely horrifying”
Tech“AI is a technology basically that the government is going to completely control”.
Microsoft’s Recall saves sensitive information despite ‘security filters’
TechWindows “Recall” feature captures sensitive data such as credit card numbers and social security numbers on your computer - even if the security filter is activated.
EU to build AI factories
TechOne of the AI factories will be located in Sweden and operated by Linköping University.
Alibaba launches “reasoning” AI model
TechAlibaba has launched QwQ-32B-Preview, an AI model with 32.5 billion parameters that challenges OpenAI's latest in advanced problem solving and analytics.
A new force is rising
TechWarning: Incoming Manifesto below. Make sure your rallying cries are ready.
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The Priv/Acc Manifesto
TechA new force is rising in the digital age, a force to reclaim what has been quietly stolen: Privacy.
Meta lifts ban on military use of AI
TechLockheed Martin, Booz Allen Hamilton and Palantir Technologies are some of the military companies that can now also use the tech giant's technology.
Matrix 8 Pro with GrapheneOS delivers top-class security, privacy and performance
TechWorld-class hardware – acclaimed for its display, camera, and performance – meets the world’s most secure mobile OS. The best of both worlds.
Too much free speech on X – Major Swedish newspaper DN leaves platform
TechEditor-in-chief Peter Wolodarski complains that "the climate on X has become more harsh and extreme" since Elon Musk took over.
Apple is being sued for billions
TechBritish consumer organization Which? is suing Apple for abusing its dominance and limiting competition from cloud storage services.
Driverless taxis now a reality in Los Angeles
Tech“Now is an exciting time to welcome everyone in Los Angeles on the journey", said Waymo Vice President Tekedra Mawakana.
The most PRIVATE ways to use AI
TechNaomi Brockwell: As amazing as these tools are, there are also privacy considerations we can’t ignore.
Australia prepares to introduce a 16-year age limit for social media
TechExpected to be presented in parliament next week.
Hacked robotic vacuums chase pets and shout obscenities
Tech"Maybe they were just jumping from device to device messing with families".
Microsoft criticized for politically correct language correction tool
Tech"It’s as though there’s a censor in your computer scolding you for departing from politically correct orthodoxy".
Connected TVs – “A Trojan Horse” in the home
TechThe Center for Digital Democracy describes the streaming industry as a “privacy nightmare” and today's connected TVs as “surveillance systems”.
FUTO – the obvious choice for privacy-friendly voice and text input on mobile devices
TechDitch Google's input apps and keep what you type and speak private on your phone.
Should you use fingerprint unlock?
TechNaomi Brockwell: Securing our smartphones is essential, but should you use a PIN, password, or biometrics like fingerprint unlock?
Privacy is about choice
TechNaomi Brockwell: Privacy isn't about disappearing – it's about minimizing risk and gaining more control over your personal information.
Sweden on the verge of becoming technologically peripheral – think tank
Tech“Sweden is making a downward technological class journey”, says ECIPE director Fredrik Erixon, calling for billions in government investment.
Internet Archive has been hacked
TechSensitive data of 31 million users has fallen into the wrong hands.
SpaceX completes successful test flight
TechPart of the rocket returned and was captured at the launch site.
Your privacy choices affect others too
TechNaomi Brockwell: By using unsecured channels, you might be exposing others to privacy risks they never agreed to take.
Here is the AI podcast with fictional characters
TechThe realism of the conversation is sparking a new debate about the implications of AI technology.
Mozilla accused of tracking users
TechPrivacy feature in Firefox tracks users without consent, says privacy protection organisation.
Organic Maps – the map app that doesn’t map you
TechTired of Google Maps tracking you? Here's the free alternative that lets you navigate completely offline!
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