US says UK human rights record worsening thanks to online safety regime – POLITICO
The report singles out the U.K.’s OSA for criticism, claiming the rules “expressly expanded Ofcom’s authority to include…
UK police use passport, immigration photos in facial recognition without public disclosure
Big Brother watch says there are over 58m passport photos in the database The Home Office has permitted…
I use a duress PIN to protect my data — here’s how it works
Calvin Wankhede / Android Authority From two-factor authentication codes to conversations and photos, our phones contain a ton…
Instagram’s Map is here, and this is how you can turn your location off
Responses have ranged from being mildly annoyed that Instagram is ripping off Snapchat’s Snap Maps instead of offering…
The Internet Wants to Check Your I.D.
The app Tea is a kind of digital whisper network for women. No men are allowed to join.…
The Clifton pub in Bristol permanently closes
The Clifton pub in Clifton Village, Bristol, which is owned by Mitchells & Butlers, has ceased trading due…
Rep. Cline cosponsors bill to protect genetic privacy
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) – Virginia 6th District Congressman Ben Cline (R) has cosponsored a bipartisan bill aimed at…
EU pushes for tougher tools to fight organized crime – POLITICO
Referencing television show The Wire to illustrate how technology has far outpaced law enforcement’s capabilities, Hummelgaard warned that…
EU sustainability commitments: Are they declining?
Quick bites Simplification of EU due diligence and reporting legislation has sparked fears of a move away from…
What’s spurring the growth of VPN services?
In a report released this month, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF)—the global watchdog on money laundering and…