Your Phone is Listening!

DSA and Your Digital Privacy: An Exclusive Interview with Chris from PRVCY In an era dominated by digital technology, the way we interact with the internet and the extent to which our data is collected and shared have become urgent concerns. With the upcoming Digital Service Act (DSA) on the horizon, it's important to understand its possible impacts on our online lives.

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Apple’s Security Measures Fail: Thieves Exploit Recovery Key System

"How secure are Apple devices really? A recent report by CNN shows that the company's sophisticated Recovery Key system is increasingly being exploited by thieves. Particularly concerning: If thieves have access to the Recovery Key and the iPhone, not only can the rightful owner be locked out of the device, but also from other Apple products. Apple offers no solution for this, as only those with the Recovery Key can access the associated Apple ID.

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Microsoft’s New Terms of Use: A Conversation with Chris

On Saturday, September 30, 2023, Microsoft released its new terms of use, which have caused quite a stir and discussions among privacy enthusiasts. To shed light on the impact of these changes, I had the privilege of speaking with Facts Peace Freedom, a channel that is strongly committed to topics of digital surveillance and online privacy.

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Cyber Attack on Switzerland

Various websites and applications of the Swiss Federal Administration have been hacked. After a ransomware attack on the software provider Xplain, data from the Swiss government may have been published on the dark web. The company accuses the ransomware gang Play of being behind the attack, but has no plans to pay the demanded ransom.

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Prof. Dr. Bhakdi’s Controversial Views on COVID-19 Spark the Conversation About Censorship

The case revolves around Bhakdi's controversial views on the COVID-19 pandemic, which have been shared in interviews and on social media, garnering both widespread support and fierce criticism since the onset of the global health crisis.

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