Data Brokers Face New Pressure for Hiding Opt-Out Pages From Google
After reporters found dozens of firms hiding privacy tools from search results, US senator Maggie Hassan insists the companies explain their practices—and pledge to improve access to privacy controls. Powered by...
Data Brokers Are Hiding Their Opt-Out Pages From Google Search
Dozens of companies are hiding how you can delete your personal data, The Markup and CalMatters found. Powered by WPeMatico
Inside the Multimillion-Dollar Gray Market for Video Game Cheats
Gaming cheats are the bane of the video game industry—and a hot commodity. A recent study found that cheat creators are making a fortune from gamers looking to gain a quick edge. Powered by WPeMatico
What Does Palantir Actually Do?
Palantir is often called a data broker, a data miner, or a giant database of personal information. In reality, it’s none of these—but even former employees struggle to explain it. Powered by WPeMatico
How to Protect Yourself From Portable Point-of-Sale Scams
POS scams are difficult but not impossible to pull off. Here’s how they work—and how you can protect yourself. Powered by WPeMatico
The US Court Records System Has Been Hacked
Plus: Instagram sparks a privacy backlash over its new map feature, hackers steal data from Google’s customer support system, and the true scope of the Columbia University hack comes into focus. Powered by WPeMatico
