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 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.
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.
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.
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.
An explosive investigation reveals how tech platforms harvest and monetise intimate pregnancy data, targeting vulnerable users with relentless personalised ads and content.
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.
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.
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.
Exclusive: The UK government is pushing ahead with plans for a digital identity system. We reveal the public's fierce debate over privacy, convenience, and the future of your personal data.
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.
Sainsbury's is under fire for secretly trialling live facial recognition technology at petrol stations across the UK, raising serious privacy concerns with customers and civil liberty groups.
An investigation reveals how AI-powered surveillance cameras are proliferating across UK streets, tracking citizens' movements and behaviours without explicit consent, raising urgent questions about privacy and civil liberties.
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
A major data breach at the US Social Security Administration has been exposed by a whistleblower, revealing a critical flaw that left the private details of millions of citizens vulnerable. An internal watchdog is now investigating the alarming security f
Exclusive: The UK government unveils stringent new data breach protocols for ministers and officials, mandating immediate reporting and transparency in a major cybersecurity overhaul.
A devastating data breach at a leading US credit agency has compromised the personal details of over four million Americans, sparking serious security and regulatory concerns.
Anglican Church leaders face fury after a catastrophic data breach exposed highly sensitive personal information of nearly 200 victims of clergy sexual abuse. The monumental security failure has been condemned by victims and MPs alike.
Exclusive: Kensington and Chelsea Council installs 200+ covert CCTV cameras without public consultation, raising serious civil liberties concerns among residents and privacy campaigners.
The Metropolitan Police and Kensington and Chelsea Council are under investigation after a serious breach exposed sensitive CCTV footage from a murder investigation to the public.
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.
A landmark High Court ruling forces Surrey Police to delete data collected on an innocent man from Horley, setting a crucial precedent for privacy rights and police use of personal information in the UK.
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.
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.
In a major policy reversal, the British government has dropped its controversial demand for special access to encrypted data on Apple devices, following a high-stakes diplomatic clash with the Trump administration over user privacy and national security.
Exclusive investigation reveals Trump Enterprises is building a vast private surveillance network using AI-powered robots, with data sourced from tech giants Microsoft and Meta, raising alarm over a new era of corporate espionage and eroded privacy.
In a major policy reversal, the UK's top intelligence official confirms the government has abandoned its controversial demand for US tech giants to bypass encryption and grant access to private user data.
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.
Sensitive details of Afghan refugees housed in UK hotels were mistakenly shared, raising serious privacy concerns and potential risks.
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.