Commonwealth Bank withdraws invasive customer questions
Australia's largest bank retreats from intrusive financial health check survey asking about relationships, health and finances following widespread backlash and privacy concerns.
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Banking Climate Alliance Collapses Amid US Pressure
The UN-backed Net-Zero Banking Alliance has been abruptly dissolved following US political pressure and legal threats, dealing a significant blow to global climate finance efforts.
Tech firm rejects Starmer's digital ID cards
A major technology firm has refused to assist Labour's proposed digital identity cards, dealing Sir Keir Starmer a significant blow as experts question the scheme's public backing and privacy implications.
CBA routes customer data to Indian processing centres
Exclusive investigation reveals how Australia's largest bank quietly routes sensitive customer information to Indian processing centres, raising serious privacy and security concerns.
Pub rebrands in protest against Labour digital ID cards
The Fox and Hounds in Hunmanby rebrands as 'The Free Spirit' in dramatic stand against proposed digital identity scheme, capturing national attention with its unique political statement.
Instagram's Secret Tracking: How App Monitors You When Closed
Shocking new research reveals Instagram's covert data collection practices, tracking user activity even when the app is closed. Discover the privacy implications for millions of UK users.
Hospital Boss Arrested in Hidden Camera Scandal
A Texas hospital director faces serious legal action after covert cameras were discovered in patient and staff bathrooms, sparking a major privacy scandal and lawsuits.
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.
Barclays App Outage: Customers Locked Out of Accounts
Barclays customers were left furious and financially stranded after a major outage in the banking app and online service blocked access to accounts and halted payments for hours.
Westminster Neighbour Row Over 'Monstrous' 12ft Decking Tower
A furious neighbourly dispute has erupted in Westminster after a homeowner built a towering 12ft high decking structure, overlooking gardens and sparking privacy concerns. The local council is now investigating.
Lloyds warns 3000 staff: Improve performance or face sack
Exclusive: Lloyds Banking Group has issued formal warnings to 3000 employees, stating they face dismissal unless performance improves significantly, in one of the UK's largest workforce restructuring moves.
Beijing's Facial Recognition Tracks Residents' Daily Lives
Exclusive report reveals how Beijing's new 'smart city' initiative uses pervasive facial recognition to monitor citizens' movements, purchases, and even waste disposal, raising major privacy concerns.
NatWest to close 26 bank branches in 2024
High street giant NatWest Group announces another wave of closures, shutting 26 branches across England, Scotland, and Wales in 2024, citing a dramatic shift to online banking.
TSB Banking App Crashes in Major Nationwide Outage
TSB's mobile banking app and online services have been hit by a major outage, leaving frustrated customers unable to access their money. The high street bank is investigating the technical meltdown.
Australia's Social Media Age Verify Trial Finds 'Inevitable' Flaws
A landmark Australian trial of age-assurance technology for social media access has reported significant accuracy issues, casting doubt on the feasibility of a blanket ban for under-16s. The findings highlight a critical tension between online safety and
HSBC Banking App Crashes, Locking Out Thousands of UK Users
Thousands of HSBC UK customers were left unable to access their money as the banking giant's app and online services suffered a major crash. Frustrated users took to social media to report issues with logins, transactions, and balance checks.
Kensington Council secretly installs 200+ CCTV cameras
Exclusive: Kensington and Chelsea Council installs 200+ covert CCTV cameras without public consultation, raising serious civil liberties concerns among residents and privacy campaigners.
Chinese School Uses AI Headbands to Monitor Student Concentration
Exclusive: A school in Hangzhou, China, is using AI-powered headbands to monitor student concentration levels in real-time, sparking a global debate on technology, education, and privacy.
Natwest and RBS Banking App Crashes in Major Outage
Thousands of NatWest and Royal Bank of Scotland customers were left stranded as a major outage knocked out mobile and online banking services, sparking a wave of frustration.
Trump's Secret Surveillance Operation Exposed in Report
A shocking exposé from the University of Michigan reveals how private investigators, hired by Donald Trump's company, engaged in extensive surveillance of his own employees, allies, and journalists, raising grave concerns over privacy and power.
Trump admin to screen visa applicants' social media
The Trump administration unveils a controversial new policy requiring nearly all US visa applicants to submit their social media handles for screening of 'anti-American' sentiment, sparking a major row over privacy and free speech.
Peter Andre's Family Photos Leaked – He's Furious
Singer Peter Andre expresses outrage after intimate family photos are leaked without consent, sparking a privacy debate.
Online Safety Act may boost VPN use for porn access
New regulations under the Online Safety Act may lead adults to use VPNs to bypass age checks on porn sites, raising concerns about privacy and effectiveness.
UK leaks Afghan refugees' data in security blunder
Sensitive details of Afghan refugees housed in UK hotels were mistakenly shared, raising serious privacy concerns and potential risks.
Police facial recognition sparks civil liberties debate
The UK police's use of live facial recognition technology raises serious concerns over privacy and racial bias, as highlighted by Shaun Thompson's case.
NHS Fife admits law breach over trans doctor access
NHS Fife has admitted to violating legal guidelines after permitting a transgender doctor to use female changing facilities, sparking debate over privacy and equality policies.
Santander’s New Banking App: Smarter, Safer, Simpler
Santander has launched a cutting-edge banking app designed to simplify money management for UK customers, featuring innovative tools and enhanced security.
Lloyds Bank launches revolutionary mobile banking feature
Lloyds Bank introduces a new mobile banking feature designed to enhance user experience, offering seamless money management on the go.
Gen Z's location-sharing obsession explained
Discover why Gen Z is embracing location-sharing apps like Find My Friends, turning real-time tracking into a cultural phenomenon and what it means for privacy.
Facial recognition: UK's Orwellian surveillance dilemma
Experts warn that the rapid expansion of facial recognition technology in the UK could undermine civil liberties and democratic freedoms. Is Big Brother watching you?
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