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FTC Warns 12 Android Developers to Stop Eavesdropping on Unwitting Users
The trade watchdog has warned developers to stop quietly tracking users.
FCC Plan Might Kill Verizon's “Supercookie” Tracking Once and For All
The FCC's new privacy proposal might end ISPs' ability to send unkillable tracking code without customers opting in, but the details will matter.
How You Move Your Mouse Could Help Others Track You—Even on Tor
A researcher claims to have devised a way to create a unique fingerprint based on your mouse movements, which could be used to expose even Tor users.
Verizon Settles With FCC for $1.35 Million Over Use of Supercookies
The company will now have to alert customers before sharing the data collected from “supercookie” trackers.
Canadian City Plans to Track Offenders With Technology That Doesn't Even Exist
Can sci-fi fight crime? Not likely.
Christian University Requiring Students to Use Fitbits Says It Won’t Track Sex
A new program at Oral Roberts University is requiring freshmen to wear Fitbits and share data with their professors, raising privacy concerns.
Safari Is Now The Only Major Browser That Offers ‘Do Not Track’ on iOS
Chrome just disabled ‘Do Not Track’ after switching to a new iOS API platform.
These Devices Are Trying To Secure The Internet of (Hackable) Things
As more devices get connected to the internet, some companies see an opportunity to sell security products.
The Internet of Things That Talk About You Behind Your Back
Your computerized things are talking about you behind your back, and for the most part you can’t stop them—or even learn what they’re saying.
Find Out If Cops in Your State Need a Warrant to Track Your Phone
Here’s a map that shows you where your cellphone locations has more legal protections.
Facebook's Tracking of Internet Users in Belgium Could Cost It $268,000 a Day
On Monday, a court in Brussels delivered a ruling that gives the social media giant 48 hours to stop tracking Belgian internet users who are not registered with the social media site or face a hefty daily fine.