The blind automotive sector: the government dismantled the data and statistics system of the market
Argentina's automotive sector is facing uncertainty as the government has dismantled its data and statistics system, disrupting access to real-time sales information.
Civil servant investigated for leaking ministers' data requests removal of ankle bracelet and access to emails
The defense of Ruth dos Santos, a federal revenue servant accused of leaking data of Supreme Federal Court ministers, has requested the removal of her electronic ankle bracelet and reinstatement of her email access.
AKI raised awareness of the shortcomings of the construction register two years ago
The Data Protection Inspectorate has pointed out the shortcomings in the construction register to the Ministry of Climate, emphasizing the need for restricted access to certain information.
The Data Protection Inspectorate drew attention to the shortcomings of the building register two years ago
The Estonian Data Protection Inspectorate highlighted issues with the building register's data access two years ago, emphasizing the potential risk of sensitive information being public.
MP executes search warrant against suspect for unauthorized access and trafficking of confidential data in RN
The Public Ministry of Rio Grande do Norte executed a search warrant in an investigation into unauthorized access to confidential data.
Connected Vehicles: What Data Today's Cars Collect, Who Can Access It, and How It Is Used
Modern cars are equipped with technologies that turn them into data-generating machines, collecting extensive information about driver behavior and vehicle performance.
Data Protection: Ruling: Facebook's Friend Finder Function is Illegal
A German court has ruled that Facebook's Friend Finder function is illegal as it allows access to contact data of non-users without their consent.
I am running for the Chamber, but not for revenge. Now the truth about those behind the dossiers
Alberto Di Rubba of the League announces his candidacy for a vacant parliamentary seat while addressing ongoing investigations into illegal access to his personal data.
Concealment of data in the building register may be contrary to the law
The Estonian Ministry of Climate and Land and Spatial Development's decision to restrict public access to certain building register documents due to privacy concerns may be unlawful according to local authorities and legal experts.
PayPal Hack Results in Money Transfers from Users' Accounts
A recent cyber breach of PayPal has allowed hackers to access user accounts, leading to unauthorized money transfers and data leaks.
Concealment of data in the construction register is against the law
The city of Tartu and lawyer Karmen Turk argue that the Estonian government's decision to restrict public access to the construction register violates public information laws.
Electronic Patient File: Clinics Hesitate with the Virtual Patient File
Many clinics in Germany are struggling to implement the electronic patient file (ePA) mandated in health digitization efforts, resulting in minimal patient data being uploaded despite theoretical access for patients and doctors.
Surprising assessment of the tax authority's new weapon: This may affect these Finns
A new tax law proposal in Finland may allow the tax authorities access to all citizens' bank information, raising concerns about privacy and data protection.
André Mendonça releases confidential data from the Master case to the INSS CPI; decision reverses ruling by former rapporteur, Dias Toffoli
Minister André Mendonça has granted the INSS CPI access to confidential information regarding Daniel Vorcaro, the owner of Banco Master, reversing a previous decision by former rapporteur Dias Toffoli.
Euractiv: Visa-free travel at the cost of personal data – The EU grants access to American algorithms to assess European travelers
A draft agreement suggests that U.S. authorities may use automated processing of personal data to make significant decisions affecting European travelers, potentially compromising their privacy.
Is China’s ‘reverse Great Firewall’ quietly blocking global access to official data?
A recent study reveals that many Chinese government websites are becoming increasingly inaccessible from outside the country, indicating a potential effort by the Chinese government to control information accessibility.
Namibia: 23 Percent Have No Toilets in Khomas
Over 23% of urban residents in Khomas, Namibia lack access to flushing toilets, as reported in the latest census data.
HS: Group of Doctors Facing Historic Charges in Oulu – Spied on Colleague's Data
Over 50 healthcare professionals, including 20 doctors, face privacy violation charges in Oulu for unauthorized access to a colleague's patient data.
Real Estate Price Registry Opened. The Market is More Transparent, but There are Constraints
Poland's new law abolishes fees for accessing real estate price data, aiming to improve market transparency.
VIDEOS: Anhanguera News 2nd Edition on Thursday, February 19, 2026
An audit chief linked to a significant public figure faces allegations of illegal data access related to a family member, while also covering various national and international news events.
Revenue removes auditor from leadership position who was targeted in operation regarding illegal access to data of STF ministers and relatives
A Brazilian auditor targeted by a Federal Police operation for illegally accessing data of STF ministers has been removed from his leadership role within the Federal Revenue.
Tax authority removes from leadership position auditor suspected of accessing data of Gilmar's ex-stepdaughter
An auditor from Brazil's federal tax agency has been removed from his position amid allegations of unauthorized access to personal data of a high-profile minister's family member.
Cyberattack in France: Hacker intercepted data from millions of bank accounts
The French Ministry of Finance has reported a significant cyber security incident where a hacker gained unauthorized access to a national database containing sensitive information of approximately 1.2 million bank accounts.
The data of more than a million bank accounts accessed 'illegitimately' by 'a malicious actor'
Illegitimate access to the national bank accounts database has compromised the data of over 1.2 million accounts in France, as reported by the Ministry of Economy.
Why DOJ is caught up in two dozen court fights over voter rolls
The Trump administration is actively pursuing legal battles to access state voter roll registration data, alleging that noncitizens are improperly registered, ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
The state has ignored problems with the construction register's public data for years
The Estonian government has been aware for over a decade of issues regarding public access to sensitive data in the construction register but has shifted responsibility onto local municipalities.
Forensic audit of INAI reveals irregularities amounting to 7.3 million pesos
A forensic audit by Mexico's Superior Audit Office revealed 7.3 million pesos in irregularities at the now-defunct National Institute for Transparency, Access to Information and Personal Data Protection (INAI).
VIDEOS: Journal Anhanguera 1st Edition of Tuesday, February 17, 2026
A news roundup highlights various events, including carnival celebrations, live performances, and a legal investigation regarding illegal access to data of ministers and their relatives in Brazil.
Moraes says PF investigation points to 'multiple illegal accesses' to data of ministers and relatives
The Supreme Federal Court of Brazil reported illegal access to the financial data of ministers and their families following a Federal Police operation targeting public servants.
Operation against illegal access to STF ministers' data executes search warrants in luxury condominium in Rio Preto
The Federal Police executed search warrants in a luxury condominium in São José do Rio Preto, Brazil, as part of an investigation into potential data leaks involving Supreme Court ministers.
Revenue detected breach of data confidentiality of STF ministers and relatives
Brazil's Federal Revenue Service has reported unauthorized access to the personal data of Supreme Court ministers and their families.
Värmland Municipalities Dependent on Tech Giants – How They Would Act in the Event of a Shutdown
Värmland municipalities rely heavily on American tech companies for their operational systems and communication services, leading to concerns about potential data access by U.S. authorities.
OADC boosts data centre capacity with NTT deal
Open Access Data Centres expands its infrastructure capacity significantly by acquiring seven data centres in South Africa from NTT Ltd.
Cyber Attack on Grund: Access to Data on Tens of Thousands of Clients, Employees, and Relatives
A cyber attack on a nursing home in December 2025 compromised sensitive personal data of thousands of clients, staff, and relatives.
Home security cameras create a surveillance concern
Home security cameras are popular for enhancing safety, but privacy concerns arise regarding data ownership and access.
Grant Officials Will Lose Direct Access to Information About Trust Funds. "We Are Responding to Court Decisions," Says the Ministry
Czechia's Ministry of Justice has revoked access to trust fund records for staff at the Ministry of Industry and Trade, complicating oversight of potential conflicts of interest in grant distributions.
Beware of the Ghost Pairing scam: this is how cybercriminals steal sensitive data and money
A new scam called Ghost Pairing is emerging on WhatsApp, where cybercriminals deceive victims to gain access to their accounts without needing passwords.
The Dangerous Mistake We Make with GPS on Our Mobile Phones
Many mobile applications request constant access to GPS location, leading to potential privacy issues as our location data can reveal not only where we are but also our daily habits.
OADC supports NDPC to promote data privacy
Open Access Data Centres reaffirmed its support for Nigeria's data protection agenda during the National Privacy Week Summit organized by the Nigeria Data Protection Commission.
Coupang's Mismanagement Allows Former Employee to Access Systems for a Year
Coupang's data breach was largely due to mismanagement of its security systems, allowing a former employee to exploit vulnerabilities for nearly a year.
Breaking: Coupang leak reveals access to 150 million delivery addresses… 33.7 million personal data records compromised
A former employee of Coupang exploited a security vulnerability to access 150 million delivery addresses and leaked 33.7 million personal data records, contradicting the company's previous claims of a minimal data breach.
The Government of Andalusia cedes to Google the data of 738,502 minor students
The Andalusia government has handed over data of over 738,000 minor students to Google in exchange for access to its educational platform, violating data privacy regulations according to local authorities.
SoundCloud data breach exposes 29.8 million user accounts
A significant data breach at SoundCloud has compromised the personal information of nearly 29.8 million users, prompting security concerns and access issues for many.
Your mobile has a setting that even the secret service can't break: Here's how to activate it for free
Apple's Lockdown Mode is a security feature designed to protect high-profile individuals, recently highlighted by the FBI's failure to access data on an iPhone with this mode enabled.
In Latvia - Maxima's warning to clients: urges action to be taken immediately
Maxima Latvia urges customers to change their passwords immediately for security reasons after instances of unauthorized access to loyalty program accounts.
gov.br Account: what to do to avoid scams and protect your data
The gov.br account centralizes access to various federal government services but is vulnerable to scams targeting user data and personal information.
Maxima invites customers to change passwords after specific account hacks
Retailer SIA "Maxima Latvia" has urged customers to change their passwords following unauthorized access to some accounts in their loyalty program, although no data breach from their database has been detected.
Unauthorized access confirmed to the 'Thanks' loyalty program accounts of 'Maxima'
Maxima Latvia has identified unauthorized access to its loyalty program accounts, though no data breach from its database has been noted, prompting the company to advise customers to strengthen their passwords for security.
The USA wants our biometric data. Why is this dangerous?
Proposed changes to the European Union could allow American authorities almost unrestricted access to data of EU citizens, posing significant risks, especially for Poland.
Who they are looking for after the arrest of the spy wing commander: His heavy biography and posts about 'internal danger'
The article discusses ongoing investigations following the arrest of a wing commander accused of espionage, highlighting his heavy background and social media references to internal threats from individuals with access to sensitive data.