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A court in Greece sentenced four defendants to eight years in prison for violations related to wiretapping and breaches of personal data laws, pending appeal.

A Frenchman inadvertently accessed 7000 robot vacuum cleaners while attempting to customize his own device using a PlayStation controller.

A French programmer unintentionally hacked into 7000 robot vacuums, accessing their cameras and microphones.

Samsung has unveiled its Galaxy S26 smartphones featuring advanced pixel-level light management for enhanced screen privacy without compromising display quality.

The WTA tournament in Austin has set up a designated room where players can release pent-up frustration without being filmed, following discussions on privacy sparked by Coco Gauff's recent outburst.

Four individuals, including a former Israeli military officer, have been sentenced to eight years in prison for violating telecommunications privacy laws in Greece.

Coupang has confirmed that around 200,000 Taiwanese user accounts were part of a significant data breach affecting its global customer base last year.

The Constitutional Court dismissed a petition claiming the government's act of providing biometric data collected for immigration management purposes to private companies was unconstitutional.

Four individuals have been found guilty in a wiretapping case by the Single Member Misdemeanor Court of Athens, following the prosecutor's proposal.

Samsung's Galaxy S26 mobile phones introduce AI agents that aim to learn user habits, although early hands-on tests show they need time to adapt completely.

The sharing of children's photos on social media has become a lucrative business model, often neglecting the protection of minors.

Samsung has introduced a new Privacy Display feature for the Galaxy S26 Ultra that prevents anyone nearby from viewing secret chats on the device.

The Samsung Galaxy S26 series, including the S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra, has been launched in India, with pre-orders now open and a significant saving opportunity available.

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda are having an intimate wedding with close friends and relatives, focusing on privacy and avoiding photo leaks.

Samsung has announced the release of the Galaxy S26, a smartphone with a unique privacy feature that allows users to limit screen visibility to only those directly in front of it.

A man in Austria received a seven-month suspended sentence and a fine for secretly filming members of a women's football team in various private settings, igniting public outrage over the leniency of the punishment.

An Austrian court has sentenced a former employee of the SCR Altach football club to seven months in suspended prison and fines for secretly filming thirty women in intimate settings.

Samsung's latest smartphone, the Galaxy S26, introduces a feature designed to protect users' privacy by preventing onlookers from seeing the screen.

This article discusses the challenges of maintaining online privacy, highlighting that despite efforts to delete personal information from data broker sites, data often reappears over time.

Samsung has introduced its new flagship Galaxy S26 line of smartphones featuring innovative software enhancements, including a 'Privacy Mode' to limit screen viewing angles.

Samsung has unveiled a new smartphone that features a private display capable of independent calling.

Samsung has launched the Galaxy S26 Ultra, featuring a unique Privacy Display that thwarts unwanted viewing by those not directly facing the screen.

Samsung unveils the Galaxy S26 series, highlighting the Ultra model featuring an integrated Privacy Display and enhanced capabilities for extended usage.

The article discusses cybersecurity concerns surrounding exposed software from Persona, a major identity verification provider, and the implications for user privacy and trust.

Samsung has launched the Galaxy S26 Ultra featuring a private screen that can only be viewed directly from the front, with prices ranging from R$ 7,499 to R$ 15,499.

Samsung has unveiled its new Galaxy S26 smartphones featuring a privacy-protecting display and enhanced AI capabilities.

Katherine Short, the daughter of actor Martin Short, has passed away at the age of 42, with the family expressing profound grief and requesting privacy during this difficult time.

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

Meghan Markle's recent sharing of a photo of her daughter has caused backlash for being seen as hypocritical, leading to reported tensions with Prince Harry.

Smartphones are increasingly central to criminal investigations, providing critical evidence such as location data and communications.

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.

The article discusses the implications of searching your own name on Google, revealing potentially unwanted personal information.

An investigation reveals that Meta's smart glasses unintentionally share private user content, including sensitive moments such as sexual acts and bathroom visits, without users' awareness.

A man in Austria received a suspended prison sentence and a fine for secretly filming female footballers in their changing room, triggering outrage and discussions on appropriate punishment.

A Czech engineer reportedly managed to hack into the vacuum cleaners of numerous households, raising concerns over privacy and surveillance.

Russian authorities have accused Pavel Durov, the founder and CEO of Telegram, of supporting terrorism and spying for Western and Ukrainian governments.

The article discusses the implications of social rating systems, particularly drawing on the example of China's practices, and explores hypothetical scenarios for its implementation in democratic states like Lithuania.

The Czech court has permitted the reintroduction of contentious facial recognition technology at Prague airport.

A malfunction in Posti's digital services revealed personal information of a stranger to users of the OmaPosti app.

Finnish users have reported seeing other people's package information and pay slips within the Postal Service's Omaposti application.

Norway’s Nasjonal kommunikasjonsmyndighet (Nkom) has initiated oversight of Telia following a serious data breach affecting numerous customers, including Bergen municipality.

A developer has created an app that can detect smart glasses like Meta Ray-Ban and Snapchat glasses without needing to connect to them.

Katherine Short, the daughter of comedian and actor Martin Short, has been found dead at her home in Los Angeles, with her family confirming her passing and requesting privacy during this difficult time.

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.

Parents are increasingly sharing content about their children's diagnoses on social media, particularly focusing on autism-related experiences and advice.

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.

A Canadian minister is seeking explanations from OpenAI regarding certain issues related to its operations.

A recent survey reveals that nearly 30% of damages stemming from artificial intelligence usage directly impact individuals' psychological well-being.

Katherine Hartley Short, the eldest daughter of actor Martin Short, has passed away at the age of 42, with her family requesting privacy during this difficult time.

Europe plans to introduce a so-called digital euro by 2029, amidst concerns about cash elimination and the control of people's money movements.