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Texas has reached an agreement with Samsung aimed at protecting user data privacy.

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

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

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.

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.

Many applications request access to users' contact lists under the pretense of improving user experience or helping friends connect, but this access poses privacy risks as it can allow for mapping of social relationships.

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.

A former researcher at OpenAI warns that integrating advertisements into ChatGPT may endanger user privacy as sensitive information could be exploited for profit.

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.

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

Discord is implementing significant changes in March 2026, introducing age verification for users to access certain content features.

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

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.

Facebook users are expressing discomfort after discovering old chat logs from 2008, leading to reflections on past conversations.

Instagram is developing a feature that will enable users to remove themselves from the 'Close Friends' lists of other users, enhancing user privacy and control.

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

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.

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