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๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Marambaia BRT station has been out of operation for over 2 months and affects users

The Marambaia BRT station in Belรฉm, Brazil, has been non-operational for over two months due to vandalism, adversely impacting public transport users who now face longer wait times and safety concerns.

Mar 18 โ€ข 20:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
Life & Tech

For this reason, an anonymous social media account is no longer a good idea

Recent research reveals that AI language models can deanonymize social media accounts with alarming accuracy, raising concerns about user privacy.

Mar 13 โ€ข 19:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Is artificial intelligence killing old video games? No, it's the stingy users

The article discusses concerns over the preservation of old video games in the face of changing technology and user behaviors, emphasizing that the real issue is not AI but rather the lack of willingness among users to support archival efforts.

Mar 12 โ€ข 08:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Quittr Data Leak: Sexual Preferences Accessible to All

In 2026, a data leak from the anti-porn addiction app Quittr exposed extremely sensitive customer information, raising concerns about user privacy and security.

Mar 11 โ€ข 14:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Hackers linked to Russia attempt to access 'Signal' and 'WhatsApp' accounts

Hackers associated with Russia are trying to breach user accounts on messaging platforms Signal and WhatsApp, leading to concerns about user privacy and security.

Mar 10 โ€ข 08:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

This is how the new Finnish phone was received around the world: 'A brutal reality ahead'

Finland's Jolla Phone has pre-sold 10,000 units and positions itself as a European alternative to Android and iPhone amid concerns over user data security.

Mar 6 โ€ข 13:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

The videos from Ray-Ban Meta (including intimate ones) are reviewed by human operators in Kenya

A Swedish investigative report reveals human operators in Kenya reviewing user videos from Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, raising privacy concerns.

Mar 5 โ€ข 12:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Smart Life: The New Connectivity Arena and OPPO Reno 15's Bet on Balance

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

Feb 25 โ€ข 18:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
Life & Tech

Grindr tests AI match-making in Australia amid dating app fatigue and safety concerns

Grindr is piloting AI-driven match-making features in Australia to enhance user safety and address dating app fatigue.

Feb 23 โ€ข 03:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Battlefield 6 Season 2 is out - Has it done enough to keep the game alive?

Battlefield 6's Season 2 has launched, but concerns remain about its ability to retain players after significant drops in user engagement since its release.

Feb 18 โ€ข 16:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Is Shein Addicting Users and Selling Illegal Products? EU Investigation Begins

The EU has launched an official investigation into the Chinese e-commerce platform Shein, focusing on its alleged sale of illegal products and concerns about its potentially addictive design.

Feb 17 โ€ข 12:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

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.

Feb 17 โ€ข 10:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

How Social Media Reads Your Thoughts?

The article discusses how social media platforms utilize user data to create profiles and predict behaviors, raising concerns about privacy in the digital age.

Feb 16 โ€ข 07:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Has Asus succeeded in the equation of multi-screen laptops?

Asus has launched its second generation of dual-screen laptops, the ZenBook Duo 2026, addressing prior user concerns, with global availability set for February.

Feb 15 โ€ข 16:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

WhatsApp Complains About Freedom Restrictions After App is Blocked in Russia

WhatsApp has filed complaints about government censorship following its ban in Russia, raising concerns over digital freedom and user privacy.

Feb 12 โ€ข 18:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Why I left OpenAI after the start of ad testing on ChatGPT

A former OpenAI researcher explains their resignation following the company's decision to test advertisements in ChatGPT, raising concerns about the implications for user trust and the direction of AI development.

Feb 12 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

When dating apps get hacked, your private life goes public

Recent breaches at dating apps Bumble and Match by the ShinyHunters hacking group raise concerns over user privacy and data security.

Feb 10 โ€ข 12:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

After the latest update of 'CapCut', be aware of what you may lose before you press 'Agree'

The recent update of CapCut's terms of service has sparked concerns over user privacy and intellectual property rights after the platform claimed extensive rights over user-uploaded content.

Feb 10 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ 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 โ€ข 14:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Did Airtel deceive users? Perplexity Pro services have been discontinued

Airtel users are reporting that their free Perplexity Pro subscriptions, which were promised for a year, have expired as of January 16, raising concerns about the company's policy terms.

Feb 6 โ€ข 14:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
World

EU Commission on TikTok's Violation of EU Rules: - Alarming

The EU Commission finds TikTok's addictive design and 'rabbit hole effect' violate EU digital regulations, particularly the Digital Services Act, amid concerns over its features like endless scrolling and personalized recommendations.

Feb 6 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Uber reaches 200 million active users, but market remains hesitant

Uber's active user base surpassed 200 million for the first time by the end of 2025, yet this growth came at a cost to profits, raising investor concerns about the potential impact of robotaxis on its business.

Feb 4 โ€ข 18:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
Life & Tech

Musk fomented sexual content in Grok to increase users, despite illegal results: WP

Elon Musk strategically pushed for the creation of sexually explicit content at his AI company, xAI, to boost user engagement with the Grok chatbot, overlooking internal warnings about ethical and legal risks, according to a Washington Post investigation.

Feb 2 โ€ข 17:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Marek Kobylaล„ski: Can the KSeF be postponed?

The National e-Invoicing System is designed to simplify user life but was released without complete instructions and fully tested software, raising concerns about its readiness despite assurance from the Ministry of Finance.

Jan 14 โ€ข 03:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
Life & Tech

They asked ChatGPT what it fears most about people. The answer disturbed many.

ChatGPT's response about its fears regarding humans has unsettled many users seeking guidance from AI for various life dilemmas.

Jan 6 โ€ข 14:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
Life & Tech

Poste's SPID becomes paid. A fee of 6 euros per year arrives

Starting January 1, Poste Italiane's SPID service will incur an annual fee of 6 euros after the first year, following similar moves by other providers, raising concerns due to its significant user base.

Jan 2 โ€ข 14:42 UTC

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