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12/15/2023
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By Belle Carter
Chilling report: Smart toys pose privacy risk to children and families
The 2023 “Trouble in Toyland” report, which focuses on safety hazards in traditional children’s toys and is annually produced by the U.S. Public Interest Research Group (PIRG), emphasized warning parents of new threats on smart toys that pose a privacy risk to children and families. According to the 38th yearly report, toys with microphones, cameras […]
11/07/2023
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By Cassie B.
World’s biggest biometric ID system experiences massive breach, impacting 10% of global population
One of the biggest fears many people have about biometric ID systems recently materialized when the world’s biggest system was hacked, exposing the personal information of around 10 percent of the global population. The system in question is Aadhaar, a biometric digital identity program operated by the Indian government. 1.3 billion people in India are […]
11/06/2023
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By Olivia Cook
Here’s how your smart home technology spies on you day and night
The world is now living in the golden age of technology development where most would transform their apartments and houses into “smart homes” – arming them with a collection of different smart devices, appliances and other home products that use Wi-Fi and Bluetooth to connect into a smart home app that homeowners can control remotely. […]
10/17/2023
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By Olivia Cook
Major retailers cite RETAIL THEFT as justification for using AI-powered surveillance in stores
Major retailers are citing retail theft as justification for the use of surveillance systems powered by artificial intelligence (AI) in some of their stores. CVS, Kroger, Lowe’s, Macy’s, Target, Walmart and other major big-box retailers have joined forces with technology firms and invested in the development and deployment of AI-powered surveillance systems. They consulted with […]
09/07/2023
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By Richard Brown
AI-powered tools for detecting “hate speech” in gaming chats raise concerns about over-policing, censorship
Gaming giant Activision has started listening to gamer chatter with the use of artificial intelligence (AI) that scans conversations for “toxicity” – raising concerns about over-policing and censorship. The AI-powered Toxmod program developed by tech firm Modulate is specifically designed to monitor and manage player interactions in real time. It can detect and restrict “hate speech, […]
09/01/2023
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By Cassie B.
SPY IN THE SKY: NYPD will use surveillance drones to monitor private Labor Day parties this weekend
If you thought your backyard Labor Day party was going to be a private gathering, think again if you live in New York City. The NYPD has announced that it intends to use drones to investigate complaints about large gatherings such as private events over the weekend. In a press conference, NYPD Assistant Commissioner Kaz […]
07/25/2023
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By Kevin Hughes
Japan to set up ORWELLIAN pre-crime “behavior detection” technology using AI
Japan’s national police will start using pre-crime surveillance cameras enhanced by artificial intelligence (AI) to strengthen its security measures. The Japanese National Police Agency (JNPA) has confirmed the move, adding that it plans to conduct tests on these AI-integrated cameras within the present fiscal year set to conclude on March 2024. According to Reclaim The Net, […]
07/10/2023
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By Zoey Sky
Destination, biometrics and more: New cars can track and collect driver data, warn experts
According to recent data, some new cars can spy on you and record data like your destination and biometric information. Within the past decade, the technology used in vehicles has significantly advanced, allowing many modern cars to become increasingly connected. This means new cars now have many ways to record user data. Modern vehicles can record your seatbelt settings and […]
05/23/2023
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By Laura Harris
Track ’em young: Newborns in Kenya are being used to develop a biometric vaccination management tracking program
A controversial clinical trial of a biometric-based vaccine tracking system in Kenya uses newborn babies to manage vaccination history and schedule. The new digital biometric management system uses fingerprint identification for newborns and voice recognition for caregivers to collect their data. The new system, developed in partnership with the NEC Corporation, the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) […]
02/17/2023
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By Kevin Hughes
AI is currently the greatest threat to humanity, warns investigative reporter Millie Weaver
Investigative reporter Millie Weaver warned that artificial intelligence (AI) is the greatest threat to humanity. “AI is the greatest threat to humanity right now,” she said during her Feb. 10 appearance on “The Pete Santilli Show.” Weaver added that most Americans do not realize that their own devices are spying on them and providing AI […]
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