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🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

300,000 Chrome users hit by fake AI extensions

A dangerous campaign has led to over 300,000 Chrome users installing fake AI extensions that collect sensitive personal information.

Feb 26 • 14:39 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Legal Advisor of the Knesset on the Law Aimed at Preventing the Supreme Court from Removing Ben Gvir: Concern about Personal Legislation and Abuse of Power

The legal advisor of the Knesset expresses concerns over a proposed law that would prevent the Supreme Court from dismissing National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, warning it may lead to personal legislation and abuse of authority.

Feb 26 • 14:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya Moves to Warsaw: Reveals Reasons

Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya has moved to Warsaw due to security concerns following a reduction in her personal protection by the Lithuanian government.

Feb 25 • 16:08 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

New information on the OmaPosti incident - information from one individual visible to all

A glitch in the OmaPosti digital services exposed personal information belonging to one individual to multiple users, raising concerns over data privacy.

Feb 25 • 15:37 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

Tech Enthusiast Accidentally Gained Access to Thousands of Robot Vacuums with a PlayStation Controller

A tech enthusiast developed an application to control his personal DJI robot vacuum using a PlayStation controller, inadvertently exposing a serious security flaw that left thousands of devices vulnerable.

Feb 25 • 14:55 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Zelenskyi after four years of war: – I have no close friends

Ukrainian President Zelenskyi reflected on the personal toll of war, stating he has lost close friendships and become more serious, during a meeting with Nordic and Baltic leaders in Kyiv.

Feb 25 • 00:23 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Billions of reasons to worry: personal identity documents leaked from one platform

A massive data leak involving personal identity documents from a platform has affected individuals from 26 countries, prompting serious concerns about data security and misuse.

Feb 24 • 12:51 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Shocking discovery by the road. Burned letters from banks and Social Insurance Institution in the snow

Residents of Sochoń in Białystok County, Poland, discovered burnt and opened mail containing personal data in the snow, raising concerns about data security.

Feb 24 • 12:03 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Data that aids hackers and thieves. Find out if you are giving it away on the internet

People often underestimate the sensitivity of the information they share online, making themselves easy targets for cybercriminals.

Feb 23 • 16:29 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

A new extremely dangerous fraud tactic: they will try to scare you and force you to act quickly

Residents are warned about a new scam where Russian-speaking callers impersonate bank or telecom employees to trick victims into revealing personal information.

Feb 22 • 17:33 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

Subversion? No, a disappointment in love. The absurd excuse of the train saboteur

A 20-year-old man in Italy claims that his act of placing stones on train tracks was motivated by personal issues rather than political intent, following his arrest for endangering transportation security.

Feb 21 • 13:36 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

This fear is haunting millennials!

Millennials in India are grappling with significant fears that affect their personal and professional lives.

Feb 20 • 14:42 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Denmark: Everyone should be prepared if a crisis comes

Denmark is urging citizens to be ready to fend for themselves for 72 hours in the event of war or disaster, according to Crisis Preparedness Minister Torsten Schack Pedersen.

Feb 20 • 12:02 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

"The security guard insisted that I haven't paid!" Riigikogu member Valdo Randpere encounters a surprising situation in a store

Riigikogu member Valdo Randpere shares a personal account on social media about being suspected of theft in a store despite having paid for his items.

Feb 19 • 15:31 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

How safe are our personal chats and data under AI's control?

Experts at the India Today AI Summit discussed the implications of AI on data security, highlighting concerns about how personal data is protected in an AI-driven landscape.

Feb 19 • 14:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Complaints about data leaks spike in the interior of SP; learn how to protect yourself

Complaints regarding the misuse and sharing of personal and financial data have surged in São Paulo, Brazil, exceeding 8,500 reports in 2025.

Feb 19 • 10:03 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Data breach at hotel chain - 'Be vigilant'

Guests of the Best Western hotel chain have had their booking information leaked due to a data breach, prompting warnings about fraudulent attempts to steal personal information.

Feb 19 • 08:54 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

What to do immediately in your online banking to make it harder for fraudsters?

The article discusses immediate actions individuals can take in online banking to reduce the risk of falling victim to scams.

Feb 19 • 00:45 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Data leak at Abu Dhabi financial summit exposes politicians and business leaders

A security breach at the Abu Dhabi Finance Week have resulted in the exposure of personal documents of high-profile attendees, including various political and financial figures.

Feb 18 • 18:20 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

DAILY HOROSCOPE ⟩ February 18: Aquarius focuses on financial security, Capricorn's communication becomes more intuitive

The daily horoscopes for February 18 provide insight into various zodiac signs, highlighting personal and professional growth, emotional connections, and creative energies.

Feb 18 • 05:50 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Life & Tech

PIN codes that attackers guess first: if yours is among them, it's time to change it

A recent analysis reveals that nearly one in ten people uses the same four-digit PIN, making them easy targets for cybercriminals.

Feb 18 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Politicians as a Threat to Retirement Wealth

The Brazilian pension system is under threat from both criminal organizations and politicians seeking to exploit its wealth for personal gain.

Feb 17 • 20:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

TJ-SP denies compensation to employee attacked with a hoe handle by a colleague on the coast of SP

The São Paulo Court of Justice denied a 103,400 BRL compensation claim from a truck driver who was attacked with a hoe handle by a public security guard in Itanhaém, citing personal motives rather than public duty.

Feb 16 • 09:24 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

TS: OP manager became a victim of card fraud

Minnaliisa Vehkala, a business director at OP in Southwest Finland, reported incidents of card fraud affecting her payment card.

Feb 16 • 07:48 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Cell Phone Registration in Mexico 2026: How to Check How Many Lines Are Registered to Your Name?

In Mexico, the 2026 cell phone registration mandates users to verify the number of lines registered under their name to prevent misuse and protect personal information.

Feb 15 • 14:30 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Tech Giants Are Being Demanded for Personal Information About ICE Critics

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has issued hundreds of subpoenas to major tech companies for the personal information of individuals who have criticized the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Feb 14 • 17:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: NE2 of Friday, February 13, 2026

The article covers various highlights, including the upcoming report from the Federal Police on the Master case and insights into personal security tips during the Carnival season.

Feb 13 • 22:50 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Survey: Two-thirds of Europeans feel their countries are threatened

A recent poll reveals that 68% of EU citizens perceive their countries as threatened in the current international climate, with significant concerns about personal safety.

Feb 13 • 12:02 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Louis Vuitton's 3.6 Million Personal Data Breach...210 Billion Fine Imposed

Louis Vuitton and other luxury brands are facing substantial fines for a major personal data breach affecting millions of individuals due to inadequate security measures.

Feb 12 • 02:21 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Dao left 100 letters with sensitive personal information in front of the agency's office in Valby

This article reports on a security breach where 100 letters containing sensitive personal data were left unattended outside the Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration's office in Valby.

Feb 11 • 06:04 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

SRE reports identity theft involving the number of its main offices; urges to refrain from giving information or money

The Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) has issued a warning about identity theft involving its official phone number, urging the public to avoid sharing personal information or money through potentially fraudulent calls.

Feb 10 • 23:37 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

PST Meets the Press About the Personal Protection Service

PST is holding a press conference to discuss its personal protection services.

Feb 10 • 15:44 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

After the Robbery in Gelsenkirchen: What You Should Consider When Buying a Safe

Following a significant bank robbery in Gelsenkirchen, demand for private safes has increased as customers reconsider the security of bank vaults versus personal safes.

Feb 10 • 09:58 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Queen Máxima of Holland Shoots and Reads Military Maps, Brought to Army Reserves by Daughter Amália

Queen Máxima of the Netherlands has joined the army reserves, citing a personal commitment to national security as her motivation.

Feb 10 • 09:38 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Who is reading your personal chat? A small mistake and everything goes public...

The article discusses concerns regarding privacy on WhatsApp, detailing how messages can be accessed by others if certain precautions are not taken.

Feb 10 • 06:56 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

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.

Feb 10 • 06:20 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

At Risk: Personal Data

This article discusses the vulnerabilities of personal data exposed to organized crime in Ecuador's public institutions, particularly highlighting a recent incident involving the National Transit Agency.

Feb 9 • 13:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
Crime & Justice

Five police officers arrested on suspicion of abuse of office

Five officers from the State Police of the Riga regional department and one former officer have been arrested on suspicion of abusing their office for personal gain.

Feb 9 • 11:08 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Border Protection in America: US Agency Plans Stricter Entry Rules for Tourists

The US border authority is considering stricter entry rules for tourists, including a requirement for more personal information to be disclosed during the ESTA application process.

Feb 9 • 07:06 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

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.

Feb 8 • 14:01 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

2026 Olympics: Israeli Bobsleigh Team Victim of Burglary Before Joining Cortina

The Israeli bobsleigh team was robbed of thousands of dollars in equipment and personal belongings, including passports, just before heading to the 2026 Olympics in Milan Cortina.

Feb 8 • 11:37 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Back and Forth

In this article from Argentina, a woman named Andrea seeks guidance on her decision to separate from her partner for the second time as she struggles with feelings of freedom and security.

Feb 8 • 03:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Barry Keoghan ramps up security as he prepares for Beatles biopic lead role

Barry Keoghan has increased his personal security by acquiring a protection dog amid public scrutiny following his breakup with Sabrina Carpenter.

Feb 7 • 20:38 UTC
🇺🇸 New York Times
National & Local

The President’s Personal Spy Chief

The article criticizes Tulsi Gabbard, the director of national intelligence, for compromising the independence of the intelligence community during her tenure, particularly by participating in politically charged activities.

Feb 7 • 12:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Crime & Justice

USKUMATU ⟩ Calls from 16 countries and money disappeared in seconds: According to top executive Aivo Adamson, it's not a coincidence, but a flawed system

Aivo Adamson, a top executive, shared a shocking story of how telephone scammers targeted his 91-year-old mother, emptying her personal savings and a dance school's account, raising concerns about the effectiveness of telecom and banking fraud prevention measures.

Feb 6 • 08:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
Crime & Justice

RCB warns Poles against suspicious phone calls. "Do not provide any personal data"

The Government Security Centre has issued a warning to Polish citizens about vishing scams, where fraudsters impersonate bank employees.

Feb 5 • 17:10 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

WhatsApp is spying more than you think, here’s how to stop it in 3 steps

The article discusses how WhatsApp users often unknowingly expose personal data and provides simple steps to enhance their digital security.

Feb 5 • 16:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

WhatsApp users placed on red alert and urged to change one setting immediately

WhatsApp users are advised to change a specific setting due to a newly discovered vulnerability that could enable hackers to access personal data through files sent directly to phones.

Feb 5 • 06:30 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Robots conspire in secret and raise security concerns

The 'Open Clue' project raises serious questions about the future relationship between humans and machines as it evolves from a simple personal assistant into a complex network of digital agents capable of communicating independently, prompting cybersecurity experts to describe it as a security nightmare despite receiving 147,000 positive ratings on GitHub in just two months.

Feb 4 • 16:52 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

"Pealtnägija": Should strangers see into your bedroom through the building register?

The television program "Pealtnägija" examines the implications of making hundreds of home photos and sensitive personal information public in Estonia's building register, raising questions about the balance between privacy, efficiency, and security.

Feb 4 • 13:22 UTC

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