Privacy

Security researchers from Access Now and Lookout have detailed a sophisticated espionage campaign that began in 2023 and continued through 2025.

Effective March 23, 2026, Hong Kong police can demand individuals reveal encryption keys protecting electronic devices such as computers and phones.

Bryan Fleming, the first convicted spyware maker in over a decade, has been sentenced to time served and a $5,000 fine, avoiding jail time after pleading guilty to federal charges related to his surveillance company, pcTattletale.

The "BrowserGate" report claims LinkedIn injects JavaScript that identifies thousands of browser extensions, linking this information to user profiles.

Alcatraz develops physical security systems utilizing AI-powered facial recognition to control access to critical infrastructure like data centers and airports.

The acting head of ICE, Todd Lyons, approved the use of Paragon's spyware by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) to combat the exploitation of encrypted platforms by foreign terrorist organizations.

WhatsApp accused Italian spyware firm SIO of creating the fake app.

StateScoop reports that the majority of Americans seek more control over data sharing across the U.S. government as the federal government continues to demand more personal information from state governments.