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

WhatsApp has assured the Supreme Court of India that it will not share user data with its parent company Meta without explicit consent starting March 16.

A recent cyber breach of PayPal has allowed hackers to access user accounts, leading to unauthorized money transfers and data leaks.

This article provides guidance on how to detect hacking attempts on a WhatsApp account and recover it, emphasizing the importance of user vigilance.

The Trump administration's DHS is targeting users who criticized ICE on social media platforms, compelling tech companies to hand over user data.

The article discusses how Google collects and stores extensive data about users, including search histories and location data, which can be accessed through the user's Google account.

Temu, an e-commerce platform, has pledged to prioritize user privacy as Nigeria's data protection regulator investigates its data handling practices.

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.

Substack has confirmed a data breach that has exposed the email addresses and phone numbers of its users, but passwords and financial information remain unaffected.

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.

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

Discord users are concerned about new age verification policies, leading to a significant increase in searches for alternative platforms.

Traficom's cybersecurity center in Finland warns about the security risks posed by browser extensions, which can compromise user data and lead to malicious activities.

The Trump administration is intensifying efforts to identify Americans who criticize the controversial Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency by requesting personal data from social media companies.

Apple has officially released iOS 26.3 for compatible iPhones, introducing new features aimed at interoperability, data protection, and user experience.

Russia's media regulator Roskomnadzor has imposed further restrictions on Telegram, citing issues with user data protection and fraud.

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

The Finnish Cyber Security Authority is investigating a significant data breach involving the state information and communication technology center Valtori, which has affected user data for approximately 50,000 individuals.

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.

The gov.br account centralizes access to various federal government services but is vulnerable to scams targeting user data and personal information.

Recent revelations indicate that a cyberattack on the Finnish government's data and communication center has compromised user data for approximately 50,000 devices, significantly more than the initial estimate of 20,000.

Telegram's founder, Pavel Durov, criticized the Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's plans to ban social media access for individuals under 16 and punish executives for hate speech, arguing it would force platforms to collect user data.

A significant cyber attack on the Ministry of Finance's mobile device management systems has compromised the configuration and user data of approximately 20,000 devices.

Valtori, the Finnish state ICT center, has reported a data breach affecting its mobile device management service, revealing personal user information while claiming that data stored on mobile devices remains secure.

The AADE is designated as the authoritative body for collecting, processing, and transmitting tax information related to cryptocurrency users in Greece.

The Supreme Court has issued a significant ruling regarding user privacy, instructing WhatsApp to not share user data with Meta.

Coupang's monthly active user count dropped by approximately 1.1 million in January, likely due to the impact of a significant data breach that occurred at the end of the previous year.

The Supreme Court has taken a tough stance on WhatsApp and Meta's privacy policy, stating that their data-sharing practices violate the privacy rights of Indian users.

OpenAI launches ChatGPT Health, ensuring user privacy in health discussions and confirming that health data won’t be used to train AI models.

A data leak affecting approximately 17.5 million Instagram users has sparked concern and anger among social media activists, particularly after reports indicate that the leaked data reached one of the largest hacker forums on the dark web.

Instagram denies a security breach affecting 17 million accounts amid reports of suspicious password reset emails sent to users.

Researchers discovered that two Chrome extensions masquerading as proxy tools have been stealing sensitive user data for years.

The article discusses how an application can help protect the brain by sending user data and monitoring lifestyle factors that affect dementia risk.

As of early 2026, the landscape of artificial intelligence tools continues to evolve, with OpenAI's GPT-5.2 leading but competitors narrowing the gap according to user preferences and comparison portal data.

Many smartphone applications collect user data, with some posing significant privacy threats, highlighting five types you should check on your device.