It's part of a larger pushback on the intrusive practice that follows you across the internet.
Author: Laura Hautala
Police-tracking apps are more popular than ever thanks to the protests – CNET
Here's what they can do for you.
Bad security design mars OmniBallot online voting system, report says – CNET
Several states and localities are customers of the online voting service, according to researchers from MIT…
Stalkerware sees all, and US laws haven’t stopped its spread – CNET
Installing hidden spy software is illegal, so why is it so easy?
Stalkerware: What to know when you’re the target – CNET
These apps put people in danger.
Facebook feature lets you archive or trash old or embarassing posts – CNET
The new tool lets you make your profile reflect "who you are today," Facebook says.
Education app reveals users’ sensitive information, research finds – CNET
Spanish company 8Belts put info on hundreds of thousands of customers into an unsecured database, according…
Wi-Fi is a lifeline in the pandemic. It’s hard to get if you’re homeless – CNET
Just charging a phone is an even bigger hurdle. There's help, but the need is greater.
Senate rejects tougher standards for collection of search and browsing data – CNET
In a separate vote, lawmakers strengthen a program that examines privacy issues raised by government requests…
Leaked WHO, CDC passwords likely spread by US conspiracy theorist, report says – CNET
The email login information appears to be from breached data first put online in 2016.