HMRC child benefit privacy breach scandal exposed
Tax authorities face legal crisis as experts reveal HMRC likely violated privacy laws by unlawfully collecting personal data to halt child benefit payments to thousands of families.
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Meta halted from AI data processing in EU privacy ruling
Ireland's Data Protection Commission forces Meta to pause AI training on Facebook and Instagram user data after privacy complaints, marking major EU data protection enforcement.
Marriott Hit by Major Data Breach - 20GB Stolen
Exclusive investigation reveals how cybercriminals infiltrated Marriott's systems, stealing 20GB of confidential data including credit card details and internal documents in a major security breach affecting the hospitality industry.
Facebook fined €210M in French cookie tracking case
Meta's Facebook faces massive €210 million penalty from French authorities for making it difficult for users to refuse cookie tracking in major GDPR enforcement action.
LNER data breach: Passenger information stolen in cyber attack
London North Eastern Railway confirms massive cybersecurity breach affecting customer data including email addresses and partial payment details. Investigation underway as passengers warned to remain vigilant.
Australian Leaders' Private Numbers Exposed in US Databases
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and opposition figures Sussan Ley and Scott Morrison had their personal mobile numbers circulating in American marketing databases, raising serious security concerns.
Discord Data Breach: Millions of Users' Info Stolen
Popular communication platform Discord faces a massive security crisis as hackers steal 4.7 million users' private data including email addresses and credentials in sophisticated cyber raid.
YouTube sued for £2.5bn over children's data privacy
The video platform giant YouTube is confronting a groundbreaking £2.5 billion lawsuit for allegedly illegally harvesting children's data and tracking their online behaviour without proper consent.
University email blunder exposes staff data
Western Sydney University faces scrutiny after accidentally exposing staff email addresses in a mass communication error, prompting urgent investigation and privacy concerns.
EU's New Rules Could Finally Eliminate Annoying Cookie Pop-Ups
Struggling with endless cookie consent banners? New EU regulations could soon make them a thing of the past, creating a smoother, less intrusive online experience for millions.
Instagram AI Scans Private Messages of Under-18s
Meta's Instagram is secretly using AI to scan private messages sent by users under 18, raising serious concerns about child privacy and data protection laws in the UK.
Meta Uses Schoolgirls' Photos in Ads Without Consent
Parents are in uproar after discovering Meta used their daughters' images, scraped from Facebook, in personalised advertisements without permission, raising serious child safety and data privacy concerns.
PSNI Data Breach Exposes Entire Northern Ireland Police Force
A catastrophic data breach by the Police Service of Northern Ireland has revealed the identities of all 10,000 officers and staff, raising severe safety concerns and prompting an urgent investigation.
NHS Ambulance Workers Arrested Over Patient Data Breach
Two ambulance service staff have been suspended and arrested by police on suspicion of illegally accessing patient records in a major data breach at West Midlands Ambulance Service.
Proton Mail Review 2024: Ultimate Secure Email?
Our in-depth review of Proton Mail, the Swiss-based encrypted email service. We test its security claims, privacy features, user experience, and value for money to see if it's the ultimate choice for private communication.
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.
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.
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.
EU fines Google €250m for anti-competitive search manipulation
The European Union imposes a massive €250 million fine on Google for illegally demoting rival services in its search results, marking a major escalation in the bloc's crackdown on Big Tech dominance.
Viagogo Scandal: Passport Details of Strangers Sent to Buyers
A shocking investigation reveals that Viagogo is sending ticket buyers the passport numbers, names, and dates of birth of complete strangers, raising massive data protection and fraud concerns for UK consumers.
Sainsbury's trials 'Orwellian' facial recognition tech
Sainsbury's is trialling controversial facial recognition cameras at its petrol stations, sparking a major backlash from privacy campaigners who warn it's a step towards a dystopian surveillance state.
Holyrood Scandal: MSPs Secretly Filmed in Toilets
Exclusive investigation reveals five Members of the Scottish Parliament were covertly filmed by a hidden camera placed in Holyrood's toilets, sparking a major security review and privacy outrage.
UK Gov Mandates Immediate Data Breach Reporting for Ministers
Exclusive: The UK government unveils stringent new data breach protocols for ministers and officials, mandating immediate reporting and transparency in a major cybersecurity overhaul.
Lancashire Police data breach: Officers used personal emails
Exclusive: A major data breach investigation is underway at Lancashire Constabulary after officers were found using personal email accounts to share highly sensitive information, including intelligence on organised crime and protected witnesses.
Trump's AI Robot Spy Network Fuelled by Microsoft & Meta
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.
Met Police probe Downing Street security breach
Scotland Yard is probing reports of unauthorised individuals near government buildings, with potential ties to Elbit Systems, a major Israeli defence contractor.
PSNI data breach exposes officers' personal details
A significant data breach within the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has exposed sensitive personal details of officers and staff, raising serious security concerns.
Oasis Wembley gig stormed by 200 ticketless fans
Nearly 200 fans without tickets breached security at Oasis's Wembley Stadium concert, raising serious safety concerns. Read how the incident unfolded and the fallout.
Hacker 'The Music Clown' targets Linda McMahon
A hacker known as 'The Music Clown' has allegedly breached the email account of former WWE CEO Linda McMahon, releasing private communications in a strange online stunt.
Georgia Army Base Shooting Leaves 3 Dead
A tragic shooting incident at a US Army base in Georgia has resulted in multiple casualties, with authorities investigating the motive behind the attack.
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