Bad news about the green card: how the new CBP rules affect migrants
Recent changes in U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) policies are creating more rigorous conditions for immigrants and residents, impacting their travel experiences significantly.
Data Protection: USA: Transparent Tourists
The US government is considering new regulations that would require travelers to disclose social media accounts and email addresses upon entry.
Children's Photos on the Internet: We Need Rules for Family Influencers
The sharing of children's photos on social media has become a lucrative business model, often neglecting the protection of minors.
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.
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.
Health and personal data of workers, the Authority against Amazon: 'Stop the categorization'
Italy's Privacy Authority has urgently intervened to stop Amazon from storing sensitive health and personal data about its employees.
Privacy, the Authority to Amazon: stop the profiling of workers
The Italian Data Protection Authority has urgently prohibited Amazon Italy from processing the personal data of over 1,800 workers at its Passo Corese facility due to concerns over privacy violations.
Reddit fined £14.5m in UK over use of under-13s’ data
Reddit has been fined £14.5 million by the UK Information Commissioner's Office for unlawfully using the personal data of children under 13 without proper safeguards.
Millionbot to Reddit in the UK
British authorities have fined the online forum Reddit over £14 million for violating children's privacy rights.
Reddit fined more than £14m over children's privacy failures
Reddit has been fined over £14 million by the UK's Information Commissioner's Office for failing to adequately protect children's privacy on its platform.
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.
Conscientious police officer worked in his free time - faced charges
A police officer was charged with data protection violations after searching for personal information of 97 individuals during his free time, but all charges were dropped by the court.
The Constable Carried Out Official Duties During His Free Time in Kuopio – Accused of Crimes, But the District Court Dismissed the Charges
A senior constable from North Savo was acquitted by the district court of charges related to breach of duty and data privacy violations after accessing personal data improperly during his free time.
The new form of digital authentication: less data, privacy by design
This article discusses the increasing need for digital authentication and the consequent privacy challenges that individuals face in the interconnected digital environment.
Woman wanted to prohibit the use of sensitive information in research - Administrative court rejected the complaint
A woman attempted to prevent the use of her personal data in a health research project but was denied by the Helsinki Administrative Court.
Stepfather hides micro camera in bathroom ceiling, records teenage stepdaughter showering, and is arrested in Paraná
A 44-year-old man was arrested in Nova Cantu, Paraná, for secretly recording his 15-year-old stepdaughter showering with a hidden microcamera installed in the bathroom ceiling.
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.
Owner of a security company arrested suspected of saving video of a client nude on his phone
The owner of a security company in Brazil has been arrested for allegedly saving nude videos of a client and her minor daughter on his phone, prompting an investigation.
Data Protection demands the Andalusian Government more guarantees for the profiles of 738,502 students given to Google
The Data Protection authority in Andalusia has urged the regional government to provide stronger protections for student data shared with Google.
GDPR regulations do not apply in disciplinary cases
The article discusses the applicability of GDPR regulations in disciplinary proceedings in Poland.
The state ignored the problems with public data in the building register for years
The Estonian government has finally addressed ongoing privacy issues related to public data in the building register, prompting a review of the last decade's documentation by local authorities.
Digital Footprint: How Can One Erase Their Presence from the Internet's Memory?
The article discusses the challenges and possibilities of erasing one's digital footprint and the legal measures that can facilitate this process.
Temu vows user protection as NDPC investigates platform
Temu, an e-commerce platform, has pledged to prioritize user privacy as Nigeria's data protection regulator investigates its data handling practices.
Temu pledges data protection as NDPC probes platform
Temu, the e-commerce platform, has pledged to safeguard user data amidst an investigation by Nigeria's data protection authority over compliance with data privacy laws.
Ghana: Russian Embassy Responds to Alleged Sexual Misconduct By Supposed Russian Citizen in Ghana
The Russian Embassy in Ghana has issued a statement regarding reports of a supposed Russian citizen being involved in sexual misconduct with Ghanaian women.
Nigeria probes Temu over alleged data privacy breaches
Nigeria's data protection regulator is investigating e-commerce platform Temu for potential violations of data privacy laws affecting Nigerian users.
The municipal company cannot hide behind the privacy protection of contractors
A citizen has requested public information from a municipal water and sewage company regarding its activities related to a local referendum, but the company provided anonymized documents citing privacy protection.
Poles want to be forgotten online. Companies are flooding Google with requests
Poles are increasingly requesting to have their personal data removed from online searches, reflecting a growing concern about privacy.
Bodyguards for politicians, the government hides the data 'for privacy'. But Salvini published them in 2019
The Italian government is currently withholding data on police protection for politicians, a stark contrast to 2019 when Matteo Salvini publicly shared such statistics.
The court decided to keep the Raasiku murder trial completely closed
The Harju County Court announced that the Raasiku murder trial involving minors will be held in complete secrecy for the protection of the boys and their families.
Mother reports and camera is seized in women's bathroom of school in Campo Grande
A surveillance camera installed in the women's bathroom of José Maria Hugo Rodrigues State School in Campo Grande was seized after a mother reported its presence to the police, initiating an investigation for possible violations of child protection laws.
Brazilian Woman and Other Epstein Victims Criticize Conduct of the Case by the Department of Justice
Victims of Jeffrey Epstein expressed their anger over the Department of Justice's handling of their case, highlighting serious lapses in privacy protection following a recent document leak.
The Epstein scandal: why not everything published in the US can be used in Lithuania
The article discusses the limitations on using publicly available documents related to the Epstein scandal in Lithuania due to European data protection and privacy laws.
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.
The court will reconsider the billion fine for WhatsApp
A Czech court will revisit its ruling on a billion-crown fine imposed on WhatsApp.
The 'innocent' browser extensions we install 'for help' — and what they really do
The article discusses potential privacy risks associated with browser extensions that users often install for convenience, highlighting how many don't consider the permissions they grant.
Usurpation of Number, Data Collection, and Collateral Victims… 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.
Google, Shein... The Cnil imposed 487 million euros in fines in 2025, a record
In 2025, France's data protection authority, Cnil, imposed a record 487 million euros in fines primarily against Google and Shein for violations related to privacy and cookie regulations.
‘Ddarungi’ Member Information Leak Acknowledged... Privacy Protection ‘Grade A’
Member information of Seoul's public bicycle service, ‘Ddarungi,’ was leaked, even as the Seoul Facilities Corporation received a high score in government privacy protection evaluations.
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.
Tea Park: there is a serious problem with data protection in the public sector
Tea Park highlights severe data protection issues in Estonia's public sector following alarming revelations about sensitive information in the construction register.
Dentist ignored PUODO order, will pay a huge fine
A dentist faces significant fines for ignoring a data protection order after a former employee copied personal data of 100 patients for marketing purposes.
Data State Inspectorate: Protection mechanisms available to residents in the Epstein case
The Data State Inspectorate advises residents on available privacy protections regarding the public disclosure of documents related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, though it lacks jurisdiction over US actions.
NCC, NDPC sign MoU on data privacy enforcement
The Nigerian Communications Commission and the Nigeria Data Protection Commission have signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance cooperation on data privacy enforcement in Nigeria's telecommunications sector.
FG boosts data protection, digital economy confidence globally
Nigeria is gaining recognition in global data privacy and digital governance due to the Nigeria Data Protection Act and the establishment of an independent regulatory authority, according to Dr. Vincent Olatunji.
Nigeria now global data privacy player – NDPC
Nigeria has become a key player in global data privacy after enacting the Nigeria Data Protection Act and establishing an independent regulator, according to Dr. Vincent Olatunji at the National Data Privacy Summit 2026.
Boccia against Cerno, the chats end up at the Guarantor. The entrepreneur: "My privacy has been violated"
Maria Rosaria Boccia has filed a formal complaint with the data protection authority against the newspaper Il Giornale for allegedly publishing private chats about her.
Our WiFi spies on us even when we don’t have a mobile phone with us
A research team in Germany reports that new technology can identify individuals by passively capturing signals in radio networks, raising significant privacy concerns and prompting calls for stronger protection systems.
Gadget of the Week: European Alternatives for US Software - from Microsoft to Netflix
The article discusses the rise of European alternatives to US software services amid privacy concerns, highlighting the options available for users looking to switch from American tech giants.
UK privacy watchdog opens inquiry into X over Grok AI sexual deepfakes
The UK's Information Commissioner’s Office has launched an inquiry into X and xAI regarding potential violations of data protection laws related to the use of Grok AI for creating non-consensual sexual deepfake images.