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Coros Pace 3, Other Models Affected by Flaw That Lets Malicious Users Access Data, Snoop on Notifications
Coros Pace 3 and several other smartwatch models are affected by a Bluetooth vulnerability, allowing nearby malicious users to access personal data, view smartphone notifications, or reset devices. The company acknowledged the flaw, and confirmed it is working on updates and patches for newer models are expected by the end of July.
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Passport Seva 2.0: How To Apply For E-Passport, Benefits And Other Details
Passport Seva 2.0: An e-passport is embedded with an electronic chip that stores biometric and personal information of the passport holder.
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Seasons And Geographic Locations Strongly Influence Sleep Patterns: Study
The study, led by researchers from Flinders University in South Australia, finds that sleep is shaped not just by personal habits, but by environmental factors like daylight, temperature, and weekly routines.
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WhatsApp's New AI Feature Summarises Chats. Here's How It Works
The feature is currently being rolled out in the US with plans to launch in more countries and languages later this year.
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Telegram Bot Reportedly Spotted Selling Sensitive Personal Data of Indian Users
Telegram reportedly has a bot that sells sensitive personal data of Indian users to willing buyers. As per the report, the bot operates independently and shares information such as names, addresses, father’s name, and even Aadhaar, Pan Card, and Voter ID numbers. The bot reportedly lets users find the full profile data of another Indian user base...
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This AI Tech Catches Shoplifters Before They Even Steal Anything
Veesion claims its system does not require the use of biometrics or the storage of personal data to pinpoint potential shoplifters.
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16 Billion Login Credentials Leaked in Massive Data Breach Impacting Apple, Google and More
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a “mysterious database” comprising a staggering 16 billion login credentials, in what is being called one of the biggest data breaches in history. According to a report, it impacted some of the world’s biggest technology companies including Apple, Facebook, and Google, along with government portals fr...
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Judge Rejects Class Action for Google Privacy Lawsuit
People who accused Google of illegally collecting their personal information cannot sue the Alphabet unit as a group in a class action, a US judge ruled. "Inquiries relating to Google's implied consent defense will overwhelm the damages claims for all causes of action," Rogers wrote.
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'Delete Your Nudes': What Travellers Must Know Before Visiting The US
The US government has increased scrutiny at borders, allowing CBP officers to search electronic devices and potentially seize them if travellers refuse to comply.
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Coinbase Breach Said to Be Linked to Customer Data Leak in India
Coinbase said in the May SEC filing that it knew contractors accessed employee data "without business need" in "previous months." A May 14 SEC filing revealed that part of the breach involved an India-based employee of the US outsourcing firm TaskUs photographing her work computer with a personal phone.
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Why GenZ Is Sharing Personal Data With Companies Willingly
A significant portion of Gen Z is open to sharing personal data, with 88% willing to share information with social media companies in exchange for incentives. This demographic shift is changing the way companies approach data collection.
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Coinbase Says Cybercriminals Breached User Data, Demanded $20 Million Ransom
In a video message posted on X, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong said that cyber attackers had written to the exchange, claiming to have obtained personal data of a portion of Coinbase users. In exchange for not leaking the data, the attackers demanded a ransom of $20 million (roughly Rs. 171 crore).
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"Some Personal Data Has Been Taken": UK's Marks And Spencer On Cyber Attack
British retailer Marks and Spencer said on Tuesday some personal customer information was taken in the cyber attack that has crippled its online operation for more than three weeks.
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China Denies Accessing Data After TikTok Hit With Huge EU Fine
China on Saturday denied it required companies to hand over data after TikTok was hit with a massive fine in the European Union for its handling of personal data.
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US Now Wants H-1B Holders To Provide Biometrics, Home Addresses
Immigration officials are issuing Requests for Evidence (RFEs) in H-1B visa cases, seeking personal data, including home addresses and biometrics. This move has sparked questions about the federal agency's intentions.
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Coros Pace 3, Other Models Affected by Flaw That Lets Malicious Users Access Data, Snoop on Notifications
Coros Pace 3 and several other smartwatch models are affected by a Bluetooth vulnerability, allowing nearby malicious users to access personal data, view smartphone notifications, or reset devices. The company acknowledged the flaw, and confirmed it is working on updates and patches for newer models are expected by the end of July.
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Passport Seva 2.0: How To Apply For E-Passport, Benefits And Other Details
Passport Seva 2.0: An e-passport is embedded with an electronic chip that stores biometric and personal information of the passport holder.
-
Seasons And Geographic Locations Strongly Influence Sleep Patterns: Study
The study, led by researchers from Flinders University in South Australia, finds that sleep is shaped not just by personal habits, but by environmental factors like daylight, temperature, and weekly routines.
-
WhatsApp's New AI Feature Summarises Chats. Here's How It Works
The feature is currently being rolled out in the US with plans to launch in more countries and languages later this year.
-
Telegram Bot Reportedly Spotted Selling Sensitive Personal Data of Indian Users
Telegram reportedly has a bot that sells sensitive personal data of Indian users to willing buyers. As per the report, the bot operates independently and shares information such as names, addresses, father’s name, and even Aadhaar, Pan Card, and Voter ID numbers. The bot reportedly lets users find the full profile data of another Indian user base...
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This AI Tech Catches Shoplifters Before They Even Steal Anything
Veesion claims its system does not require the use of biometrics or the storage of personal data to pinpoint potential shoplifters.
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16 Billion Login Credentials Leaked in Massive Data Breach Impacting Apple, Google and More
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a “mysterious database” comprising a staggering 16 billion login credentials, in what is being called one of the biggest data breaches in history. According to a report, it impacted some of the world’s biggest technology companies including Apple, Facebook, and Google, along with government portals fr...
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Judge Rejects Class Action for Google Privacy Lawsuit
People who accused Google of illegally collecting their personal information cannot sue the Alphabet unit as a group in a class action, a US judge ruled. "Inquiries relating to Google's implied consent defense will overwhelm the damages claims for all causes of action," Rogers wrote.
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'Delete Your Nudes': What Travellers Must Know Before Visiting The US
The US government has increased scrutiny at borders, allowing CBP officers to search electronic devices and potentially seize them if travellers refuse to comply.
-
Coinbase Breach Said to Be Linked to Customer Data Leak in India
Coinbase said in the May SEC filing that it knew contractors accessed employee data "without business need" in "previous months." A May 14 SEC filing revealed that part of the breach involved an India-based employee of the US outsourcing firm TaskUs photographing her work computer with a personal phone.
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Why GenZ Is Sharing Personal Data With Companies Willingly
A significant portion of Gen Z is open to sharing personal data, with 88% willing to share information with social media companies in exchange for incentives. This demographic shift is changing the way companies approach data collection.
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Coinbase Says Cybercriminals Breached User Data, Demanded $20 Million Ransom
In a video message posted on X, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong said that cyber attackers had written to the exchange, claiming to have obtained personal data of a portion of Coinbase users. In exchange for not leaking the data, the attackers demanded a ransom of $20 million (roughly Rs. 171 crore).
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"Some Personal Data Has Been Taken": UK's Marks And Spencer On Cyber Attack
British retailer Marks and Spencer said on Tuesday some personal customer information was taken in the cyber attack that has crippled its online operation for more than three weeks.
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China Denies Accessing Data After TikTok Hit With Huge EU Fine
China on Saturday denied it required companies to hand over data after TikTok was hit with a massive fine in the European Union for its handling of personal data.
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US Now Wants H-1B Holders To Provide Biometrics, Home Addresses
Immigration officials are issuing Requests for Evidence (RFEs) in H-1B visa cases, seeking personal data, including home addresses and biometrics. This move has sparked questions about the federal agency's intentions.
