First-Hand: Testing the EU's New EES Border System
A UK travel writer shares their experience navigating the EU's new Entry/Exit System (EES), detailing the biometric checks, potential delays, and what it means for British holidaymakers post-Brexit.
Category : Search result: biometric data
EasyJet Warns of New EU Border Rules From October 2024
EasyJet alerts British passengers about major EU border changes coming this autumn. The new Entry/Exit System requires biometric checks and could significantly increase airport processing times.
Starmer's Digital ID Plan for Migration Crisis Sparks Debate
Exclusive: Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer proposes controversial digital ID scheme to address UK's migration crisis, sparking privacy debates at party conference.
Kmart's Secret Facial Recognition Trial Sparks Privacy Fury
Kmart Australia faces a consumer firestorm after a hidden facial recognition trial was exposed in a South Australian store, raising serious questions about customer privacy and biometric data consent.
Met Police Data Breach Exposes Hackney Council Staff Details
A significant data breach within the Metropolitan Police has compromised the personal information of Hackney Council staff. The incident raises serious concerns about data security protocols.
Jaguar Land Rover Staff Data Compromised in Cyberattack
Jaguar Land Rover investigates a significant cyberattack compromising UK staff data. The breach, linked to a third-party vendor, exposes personal details including national insurance numbers.
London's £7 Banana Skewed National Economic Data
A startling data analysis reveals how a single 'rotten' banana in London skewed national statistics, exposing critical flaws in economic data collection and sparking calls for government reform.
California bill seeks to ban ICE's facial recognition masks
California lawmakers advance a groundbreaking bill to prohibit the use of facial recognition masks by ICE agents during arrests, citing privacy and civil liberties concerns.
UK Airport Launches Passport-Free 'Red Carpet Corridor'
Manchester Airport launches revolutionary biometric 'Red Carpet Corridor' for British travellers, eliminating the need for physical documents and slashing queue times in a UK-first trial.
Meta faces UK billion-pound lawsuit over kids' Instagram data
Instagram owner Meta is being sued for billions by UK children in a landmark case alleging illegal collection and exploitation of minors' personal data without proper consent.
US jobless claims fall to eight-month low
New data from the US Labor Department reveals a significant drop in unemployment benefit applications, signalling unexpected resilience in the American job market despite economic pressures.
DLR contractor leaks staff data in major security breach
The RMT union reveals a major data breach at KeolisAmey Docklands, exposing staff details. TfL assures no passenger data was compromised in the London transport security incident.
Boris Johnson's personal data exposed in security breach
Sensitive details including the former PM's personal address and official schedule were accidentally leaked by the Cabinet Office, raising serious security concerns.
New EU Entry/Exit System: A Guide for UK Travellers
Everything you need to know about the EU's new Entry/Exit System (EES). Learn how automated border checks will affect your travel to Europe from the UK, what data is collected, and how to prepare for the October 2024 rollout.
China Suspends IBM and SAP Data Processing in Security Move
China's internet watchdog, the CAC, has ordered a 'security review' halting IBM and SAP from processing sensitive data out of the country, signalling a major escalation in tech decoupling.
The One Privacy Mistake 99% of People Make
A leading cybersecurity expert reveals the most common and dangerous privacy mistake people make online, exposing them to fraud and identity theft. Discover the simple steps you can take to protect yourself today.
Wisconsin Data Centre Plan Sparks Water War With Locals
A fierce battle erupts in Menominee, Wisconsin, as locals and officials challenge a proposed $10 billion data centre's plan to consume billions of gallons of water annually, raising alarms over environmental impact and resource strain.
Meta faces £3bn UK lawsuit over WhatsApp data
Meta is hit with a massive £3 billion collective action lawsuit in the UK, accused of illegally merging WhatsApp user data with Facebook for profit without proper consent.
Zuckerberg Sues Meta in Stunning Boardroom Betrayal
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg files a bombshell lawsuit against his own company's board, alleging a catastrophic failure in data security and a 'fundamental breach of fiduciary duty' that threatens the future of Facebook and Instagram.
UK Websites Manipulate Users With Deceptive Cookie Banners
A major new study reveals how 'Accept All' cookie banners on UK websites are designed to manipulate users into giving away their data, with a clear 'Reject All' button often hidden or missing entirely.
ISP fined $65k for selling location data without consent
The US FCC has imposed a hefty fine on American Network for violating privacy rules by selling real-time location data without user consent, marking a significant enforcement action.
How Social Media Giants Exploit Your Pregnancy Data
An explosive investigation reveals how tech platforms harvest and monetise intimate pregnancy data, targeting vulnerable users with relentless personalised ads and content.
Eurostar Passengers Face Fingerprinting in New EU Border Checks
Eurostar travellers will undergo new biometric border controls from next month, including fingerprinting and facial photographs. Rail bosses promise a 'smooth and seamless' process despite the enhanced EU Entry/Exit System checks.
US August Jobs Report Delayed by Technical Glitch
The crucial US August employment report faces an unexpected delay due to technical difficulties at the Bureau of Labor Statistics, creating uncertainty for markets and policymakers.
Tennessee Data Breach: FBI Agent's Laptop Stolen with Case Files
Exclusive: A major security lapse at the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has exposed highly sensitive case files after an FBI agent's laptop was stolen, raising serious concerns about data protection protocols.
ShinyHunters Hack Google & Jaguar in Huge Data Breach
Exclusive: The notorious cybercrime group ShinyHunters claims a devastating double breach, stealing terabytes of confidential data from tech giant Google and automotive leader Jaguar Land Rover. Millions of users at risk.
Trump's Data Chief Probed Over Jobs Report Manipulation Claims
Exclusive: BLS Commissioner William Beach under investigation for allegedly manipulating employment statistics to favour Trump's re-election campaign, raising serious concerns about data integrity.
Jaguar Land Rover Investigates Major Cyber Attack Data Breach
Jaguar Land Rover launches urgent investigation after cyber criminals breach systems, potentially accessing customer and employee data. The luxury carmaker works with security experts to contain the incident.
Jaguar Land Rover Cyber Attack: Customer Data Breached
Luxury car giant Jaguar Land Rover confirms a sophisticated cyber attack compromised the personal information of customers, as hackers target its cloud systems in a major data breach.
Jaguar Land Rover Data Stolen and Sold on Telegram for £10
Exclusive investigation reveals a major data breach at Jaguar Land Rover, with confidential files on Crown Vehicles and internal systems being traded for just £10 on encrypted messaging apps, raising serious cybersecurity concerns.
Page 2 of 4