Voting Records of Over 40 Million Americans for Sale
The records come from at least nine states, and the seller claims to have more.
Hackers Marketing 'Most Sophisticated' Mac Malware Ever
New "sophisticated" malware-as-a-service and ransomware-as-a-service attacks known as MacSpy and MacRansom allow anyone to pay to carry out an attack.
Homeland Security Chief Defends Citizen Phone Searches
Secretary Kelly had previously emphasized that the searches, happening at airports and other ports of entry, were targeting foreigners.
U.S. Supreme Court to Hear Cellphone Data Privacy Case
The court will decide if U.S. police will need a warrant to access past cellphone location information kept by wireless carriers.
Crowdfunding Healthcare Could Cost More Than You Think
As medical crowdfunding becomes more common, we need to explore its potential risks.
7 in 10 Smartphones Apps Discreetly Share Your Data
Apps aren't required to declare who they share data with—and when they do, it's often buried in long legal documents that a typical customer won't read, much less understand.
Plans for Increased Internet Surveillance Revealed
Internet providers would have to introduce back doors for intelligence agencies under the proposals.
How Does Facial Recognition Technology Work?
There are serious privacy concerns as government agencies and companies are more able to track individuals through their communities, and even around the world.
Why the World Needs the John McAfee Privacy Phone
Cybersecurity pioneer John McAfee explains why he has decided to build his own "truly private" smartphone.
John McAfee Reveals 'Most Hack-Proof' Smartphone
The cybersecurity pioneer shares details about the ultra-secure device with Newsweek.
Tom Hanks, Emma Watson, Patton Oswalt on Privacy
The stars of "The Circle," a techno-dystopian film based on the novel by David Eggers, discussed privacy, power and the influence of social media.
Bose Spies on Wireless Headphones Users: Lawsuit
A lawsuit alleges that Bose tracks users' listening habits through an app and shares their data.
Privacy Experts Say CIA Compromised Cyber Security
Wikileaks dump reveals the spy agency didn't inform companies of potential exploits in their products.
Twitter Refuses U.S. Order to Reveal Anti-Trump User
Twitter, which counts Trump among its active users, has a record of litigating in favor of user privacy.
Most Unwilling to Give Up Privacy to Thwart Attacks
The Reuters/Ipsos poll showed Americans were more reluctant to share personal information than when the poll last asked the question four years ago.
Trump Just Killed Internet Privacy Protections
Critics say repealing privacy rules undermines online safety and enables unconstitutional mass surveillance.
Business Interests Win With Rollback of FCC Rules
With net neutrality in danger, it's time the public got interested in the public interest.
Tech Firms: No Encryption Favors for U.K. Government
Facebook, Google, Microsoft and Twitter met with ministers following the London terror attack last week.
Donald Trump's No Good, Very Bad Week With Europe
The White House has managed to irritate the EU, NATO and the G7.
Congress Killed Internet Privacy: Time to Fight Back
How can you protect yourself from companies following you online?
Vote to Gut Internet Privacy Rules Provokes Backlash
"Congress should know by now that when you come for the internet, the internet comes for you," one critic said.
Ending Encryption Won't Stop Terrorism
Privacy advocates say it would be dangerous to create security loopholes that allow intelligence services to bypass encrypted services.
Facebook's New Privacy Policy Aims to Curb Surveillance
Facebook and Instagram developers are now banned from using data for surveillance purposes.
How CIA Spies Rate Your Computer's Antivirus
WikiLeaks documents have revealed the opinion of CIA hackers on popular antivirus software.
How to Prevent Yourself From Being Spied on
WikiLeaks revelations alleging extensive CIA spy tools mean Android and Apple devices are at risk.
Snap's IPO Might Be a Huge Win for Privacy
A viable media business can be built without invasion of privacy after all.
Apple's iPhone Revolution Has Come at a Price
We are merely users in the hands of the big tech companies.
Blippar App Brings Facial Recognition to The Masses
The new software makes it possible for people to scan faces on their phones.
Expanded Government Surveillance Powers Spark Fear
Changes to federal Rule 41 make it possible for authorities to gain warrants for devices that are out of their physical jurisdiction.
Symantec to Acquire LifeLock for $2.3 Billion
Symantec hopes the deal will prop up sales at its Norton cybersecurity unit.