Utsunomiya University Professor Engages in Misconduct in Paper Using Generative AI for Data Acquisition; University Considers Disciplinary Action
A Utsunomiya University professor is under investigation for academic misconduct related to a paper that improperly used generative AI to collect data.
The Guarantor blocks Amazon. "It has filed its employees"
Italy's data protection authority has blocked Amazon from processing the personal data of over 1,800 workers due to illicit information collection about their health and personal lives.
Good news about the green card: how the program to collect biometric data from all foreigners works
The U.S. government is implementing a new, comprehensive biometric data collection system for all foreigners, aiming for heightened security and streamlined immigration procedures.
Confirmed at least 200,000 occupiers dead in Ukraine
British journalists report that at least 200,186 Russian soldiers have died in Ukraine since the renewed invasion, with a significant increase in confirmed deaths attributed to meticulous data collection efforts.
Historical driving ban comes into effect in an EU country โ No more driving Chinese cars here
Poland has banned the use of Chinese-made cars on military zones due to concerns over potential data collection by these vehicles.
Aftonbladet's readers must pay to avoid data collection
Readers of Aftonbladet must either consent to data collection or pay a monthly fee to opt out, as the media company adapts to stricter EU regulations.
Gyeonggi Province collects 8.5 billion won from delinquent local taxes using deposit and financial transaction information
Gyeonggi Province has collected 8.5 billion won in local taxes from delinquent taxpayers by utilizing court deposit and financial transaction data.
The USA Leaves WHO. What Does It Mean When the Next Epidemic Breaks Out?
The United States' departure from the World Health Organization poses significant implications for global health data collection and responses to future epidemics.
ONS criticises hit TV series Industry over characters impersonating staff
The Office for National Statistics in the UK has criticized the BBC series 'Industry' for depicting characters impersonating its data collectors, potentially damaging public trust.
Fear arose: EU country bans Chinese cars in certain areas
Poland has banned Chinese cars from military areas due to security concerns over data collection vulnerabilities.
Poland bans Chinese cars on military bases
Poland has banned Chinese-made vehicles from military bases due to concerns over potential data collection through their built-in sensors.
MEN accused of spying on families. The ministry spokesperson responded to the allegations
The Polish Ministry of Education is facing accusations of potential family surveillance due to its new functional assessment of students, which critics argue could lead to the collection of sensitive family data.
What your phone hears โ And what you should turn off now
The article discusses concerns about smartphones listening in on conversations, explaining the reality behind data collection and how smartphones gather information algorithmically, rather than through constant eavesdropping.
"AK. Week": how the consumer price index is calculated?
The article explores the methodology behind calculating the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in Estonia, emphasizing its importance in reflecting actual price changes for consumers.
How You Are Tracked by Tiktok โ Without Using the App
The article discusses how TikTok collects sensitive information about individuals even if they have never used the app, and offers simple methods to protect oneself.
Digital Media: Is Global Viral Soon Over?
TikTok's recent operational changes raise concerns over increased data collection and content censorship, leaving users feeling disillusioned.
Discontent among economists over the sudden change by INE in the tourism housing statistics time series
Economists are expressing concern over a sudden change by Spain's National Institute of Statistics (INE) in the methodology for collecting data on tourist housing, which they argue will affect the comparability of current and past data.
The button that we all press on the Internet โ and we give much more than we think
The article discusses the unconscious habit of pressing the 'Accept' button for cookies on websites, highlighting the implications of this action on privacy and data collection.
Usurpation of Number, Data Collection, and Collateral Victimsโฆ The New Lawless Era of AI-Driven Telemarketing
The article discusses the rise of AI-driven telemarketing scams that engage in identity theft and data collection, leading to significant privacy concerns for individuals.
Raล: We Have Record Results in Tourism. We Are Opening an Observatory to Make This Truth Shine
Poland's Ministry of Sport and Tourism reveals record results in the tourism sector and announces the establishment of a Tourism Observatory to enhance data collection and analysis.
The new laws that would impact supermarkets in New York and recent updates in February 2026
New legislation addressing biometric data collection and surveillance practices in New York supermarkets is being introduced in response to the use of facial recognition technology by retailers.
Ruling made in Bunnings' three-year fight to use AI to scan customer faces
Bunnings has been granted the right to use AI facial recognition technology for crime prevention, as the tribunal ruled it did not violate privacy laws, although it could improve customer notification about data collection.
Police to get a clearer picture of the woman's death
The police are conducting interrogations and data collection concerning the death of a woman in her seventies at a nursing home in Vestmannaeyjar.
Create AMPPI Intellectual Property Observatory
The Mexican Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property (AMPPI) is working on implementing an intellectual property observatory to collect and compare data for better policy and strategy formulation.
The AEC turns to an international WHO agency due to lack of screening data
The Spanish Association Against Cancer is seeking assistance from an international WHO agency to gather data on colorectal cancer prevention programs due to inadequate data collection in Spain.
Who is Pedro Lines, the new director of Indec, looking for work on LinkedIn
Pedro Lines has been appointed as the new director of Argentina's Indec, succeeding Marco Lavagna, and is known for his expertise in statistical data collection with previous experience in both Indec during the Kirchner presidency and the government of Qatar.
US jobs report delayed again amid government shutdown
The Bureau of Labor Statistics announced that the January 2026 jobs report will be delayed due to a government shutdown, despite data collection being completed.
Data Collected by Nature Enthusiasts Does Not Reach Environmental Decisions
A recent study by Estonian scientists reveals that data collected by nature enthusiasts is often overlooked in environmental decision-making, highlighting significant gaps in national environmental monitoring.
Jewelry, eggs, and waste: the products that increased the most in price in 2025, with increases over 30%
Jewelry, eggs, and waste collection services experienced price increases exceeding 30% in 2025, according to December data, while olive oil prices fell by 31.6%.
Suspicion of illegal data collection: รric Ciotti questioned by the police
Alpes-Maritimes Deputy รric Ciotti is being questioned by police regarding an investigation into the illegal collection of personal data for political purposes.
Fat dairy and brain health. Surprising results of 25 years of research
This article discusses Swedish research linking the consumption of full-fat cheese and cream to dementia risk, along with details on the study's data collection methods and specific findings.
Report Case, Forza Italia presents an inquiry: "Data collection that has been ongoing for a long time, it is a maxi-dossiering"
Forza Italia has presented an inquiry to Justice Minister Carlo Nordio regarding the ongoing Bellavia-Ranucci-Report scandal, seeking inspections of the numerous magistrates involved and questioning Rai's conduct.
Popular grocery store chain uses biometric surveillance on shoppers, raising privacy concerns
A post about biometric surveillance at a Wegmans grocery store in New York City highlights serious privacy concerns regarding the collection of customers' biometric data.
Teresa Bueyes, lawyer, on the V16 beacon, the DGT, and the scam of the fake tow truck: โThey prefer to collect revenue rather than provide solutionsโ
Teresa Bueyes discusses concerns over the V16 beacon system and its associated risks, highlighting priorities that prioritize revenue collection over effective solutions.
Photo: Due to the new EU system, waiting at the entry to Croatia takes up to four hours
Long waiting times of up to four hours at the Croatian border with Bosnia and Serbia are being caused by the new EU Entry/Exit System requiring biometric data collection for non-EU citizens.