In a time when convenience often outweighs concerns, digital home assistants like Alexa, Google Home, and Siri have found their way into the sanctity of our living spaces. Promising to simplify our lives with voice-activated commands to control our house, play music, or inform us in real-time about news, these devices are now ubiquitous. However, beneath the surface of convenience lies a significant threat to privacy: surveillance.
A scenario currently considered unlikely has prompted the Swiss Federal Council to take specific measures to prevent a power supply collapse. In the event of a power shortage, the government intends to impede the transmission of large amounts of data in the mobile network and block certain websites. The proposal envisions, as a first step, blocking specific websites. This primarily concerns social media, video, and music platforms that are widely used by many people.
An internet shutdown occurs when an organization, often a government, intentionally disrupts the internet or mobile apps like WhatsApp or Telegram to control online discourse. Experts define this as "an intentional disruption of internet or electronic communication, making it inaccessible or practically unusable for a specific population group or in a specific location, often to exert control over the flow of information." These disruptions are also referred to as "blackouts" or "kill switches."
Imagine a TV that not only lets you watch your favorite shows and movies but also opens up a world of customization, community-driven development, and unparalleled flexibility. In this blog post, we dive into the exciting world of open-source smart TVs and explore their potential, benefits, and the communities driving their development.
In this blog section, we discussed the important points you should consider when selecting a data analytics platform that prioritizes consumer digital privacy. By ensuring that the platform offers robust data encryption, data minimization, precise access controls, privacy impact assessments (PIAs), and comprehensive audit protocols, you can protect your customers' sensitive information and comply with privacy regulations.
In today's digital age, your online security should be a top priority. Two-factor authentication is an important tool to enhance the protection of your online accounts, but it should not be the only measure you rely on. Strong and unique passwords, regular software updates, caution against phishing attempts, connecting with secure Wi-Fi networks, and monitoring account activity are crucial steps to boost your online security. By adopting the additional measures in our #PRVCYTips, you significantly reduce the risk of unauthorized access and protect your sensitive data.
In the digital age, video games have evolved beyond mere entertainment into complex virtual worlds where millions of players interact daily. While these immersive experiences offer an escape from reality, concerns are growing about the dangers of manipulation and surveillance in the gaming industry. In this blog post, we explore the subtle threats posed by these practices and their potential impact on players.
In an era dominated by digital communication, the concept of privacy is becoming increasingly elusive. Many users believe that deleting a message means removing it from existence, which conveys a false sense of security. However, the reality is far more complex, as tech companies have the means to store and analyze deleted messages. In this blog post, we delve into the mechanisms that allow tech companies to access every word you type on your keyboard and the implications for user privacy.
The answer is simple, you need an encrypted router. Your router connects you to the Internet. Given the increasing number of cyber threats, protecting our home networks is no longer a luxury, but a necessity. An encrypted router is one of the most crucial lines of defense between your devices and countless online threats. Some routers are not secure at all, while those that are offer varying levels of security and privacy. That’s why it’s so important to choose a secure router. Let’s find out how.
Since the 1950s, the Space Surveillance Network has been working to gather electro-optical, passive radio frequency (RF), and radar sensors that can monitor citizens around the world using satellite information and a variety of methods and technologies. Now, they are new players in space and are working with governments to track you more than ever. Find out how here.
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