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Apple to Reportedly Resist Government’s Directive to Preload Sanchar Saathi App: 5 Things to Know
Apple reportedly plans to resist the directive issued by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) for preloading of the Sanchar Saathi app on all smartphones sold in the country. According to a report, the Cupertino-based tech giant will not take a legal stand but convey its privacy and security concerns around the app to the government, marking ...
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Government Says Sanchar Saathi App Optional, Can Be Removed; Apple Reportedly Plans to Oppose Mandatory Installation
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) recently directed smartphone makers to preload the Sanchar Saathi app on new devices. Reports suggested that OEMs would also have to ensure that users could not uninstall or disable the state-owned cybersecurity app. However, the government has now issued clarification on the same, stating that keeping it ...
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Is Sanchar Saathi Mandatory? Minister Clarifies Amid "Snooping App" Row
Sanchar Sathi App Not Mandatory Can Be Deleted From Phone Jyotiraditya Scindia Clarifies Amid Row
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Researchers Expose Shocking Vulnerabilities in Satellite Communications
Researchers using basic satellite equipment intercepted thousands of unencrypted transmissions from space, exposing sensitive data such as corporate communications, text messages, and even government links. The study highlights major security flaws in satellite networks used worldwide. Experts warn the findings reveal how easily hackers could explo...
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Aadhaar Masking: How to Share a Copy of Your Aadhaar Without Showing the Full 12 Digits
Aadhaar is a 12-digit number issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) to each individual in India. It is a crucial document that is required by several organisations to access government-issued benefits and welfare schemes. Due to its increasing importance, Aadhaar details must be securely stored, and one of the ways to do so ...
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WhatsApp Working on 'Strict Account Settings' Feature to Protect Users From Cyberattacks: Report
WhatsApp is said to be developing a new lockdown-style mode to enhance security for users at risk of targeted cyberattacks, according to feature tracker WABetaInfo. Spotted in the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.33.4 update on the Google Play Store, the feature will reportedly let users apply stricter privacy settings with one toggle. It incl...
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Sam Altman Responds To AI Porn On ChatGPT: "Not Elected Moral Police Of World"
Sam Altman said that the company is deciding to prioritise safety over privacy and freedom for teenagers.
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Think Twice Before Uploading: 6 Risks Of Feeding Your Photos to AI Image Generators
Such images raise concerns about data privacy, security, and the potential misuse of personal images.
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10 Reasons You Should Never Post Your Boarding Pass Online
Sharing a photo of your boarding pass online may look harmless, but it exposes you to cybercrime, identity theft, and even cancelled trips. From hidden barcodes to loyalty point theft, here are 10 reasons you should think twice before posting it.
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Google's Viral Gemini Banana Trend is Fun, But It Comes With a Privacy Risk
Gemini’s Nano Banana trend has gone viral on social media, surpassing 500 million image generations. The custom AI model lets users upload images and apply detailed edits with prompts. While popular, it has reignited privacy concerns, as Google stores all user conversations and uploaded images, which can be used to train its AI systems and servic...
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Who Is Attaullah Baig? The Ex-WhatsApp Security Boss Exposing Meta's Alarming Privacy Secrets
Indian-origin cybersecurity expert Attaullah Baig, former WhatsApp head of security, has sued Meta, alleging ignored security flaws and retaliation after he raised warnings about millions of users' data being at risk.
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Apple's iOS 26 Update Won't Offer Some Features in the EU at Launch: Report
Apple's iOS 26 update is set for release later this year, but a report indicates not all new capabilities will be available in Europe. Notably, users in the European Union may experience delays accessing these features, similar to how Apple Intelligence features were delayed in the EU after Apple faced regulatory hurdles.
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"Contrary To Voter Privacy": Poll Body Sources On Voting Footage Demands
Countering demands that footage from poll booths be retained for more than 45 days, the Election Commission sources have said that while they seem reasonable on the face of it, they will adversely impact the privacy and security of voters.
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OpenAI’s Viral Ghibli Trend Might Be a Privacy Minefield, Experts Say
The viral Ghibli-style image trend on ChatGPT has sparked global participation, including from celebrities and brands. However, experts warn of serious privacy risks, as users unknowingly share facial data that may train AI models. With permanent digital footprints, the potential for misuse, like deepfakes or identity theft, raises critical concern...
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ChatGPT Can Now Create Fake Aadhaar & PAN Cards: Are We At Risk of Cybercrimes?
OpenAI's ChatGPT, particularly with its GPT-4 model, has raised significant privacy concerns due to its ability to generate hyper-realistic fake documents like Aadhaar and PAN cards.
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Apple to Reportedly Resist Government’s Directive to Preload Sanchar Saathi App: 5 Things to Know
Apple reportedly plans to resist the directive issued by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) for preloading of the Sanchar Saathi app on all smartphones sold in the country. According to a report, the Cupertino-based tech giant will not take a legal stand but convey its privacy and security concerns around the app to the government, marking ...
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Government Says Sanchar Saathi App Optional, Can Be Removed; Apple Reportedly Plans to Oppose Mandatory Installation
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) recently directed smartphone makers to preload the Sanchar Saathi app on new devices. Reports suggested that OEMs would also have to ensure that users could not uninstall or disable the state-owned cybersecurity app. However, the government has now issued clarification on the same, stating that keeping it ...
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Is Sanchar Saathi Mandatory? Minister Clarifies Amid "Snooping App" Row
Sanchar Sathi App Not Mandatory Can Be Deleted From Phone Jyotiraditya Scindia Clarifies Amid Row
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Researchers Expose Shocking Vulnerabilities in Satellite Communications
Researchers using basic satellite equipment intercepted thousands of unencrypted transmissions from space, exposing sensitive data such as corporate communications, text messages, and even government links. The study highlights major security flaws in satellite networks used worldwide. Experts warn the findings reveal how easily hackers could explo...
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Aadhaar Masking: How to Share a Copy of Your Aadhaar Without Showing the Full 12 Digits
Aadhaar is a 12-digit number issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) to each individual in India. It is a crucial document that is required by several organisations to access government-issued benefits and welfare schemes. Due to its increasing importance, Aadhaar details must be securely stored, and one of the ways to do so ...
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WhatsApp Working on 'Strict Account Settings' Feature to Protect Users From Cyberattacks: Report
WhatsApp is said to be developing a new lockdown-style mode to enhance security for users at risk of targeted cyberattacks, according to feature tracker WABetaInfo. Spotted in the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.33.4 update on the Google Play Store, the feature will reportedly let users apply stricter privacy settings with one toggle. It incl...
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Sam Altman Responds To AI Porn On ChatGPT: "Not Elected Moral Police Of World"
Sam Altman said that the company is deciding to prioritise safety over privacy and freedom for teenagers.
-
Think Twice Before Uploading: 6 Risks Of Feeding Your Photos to AI Image Generators
Such images raise concerns about data privacy, security, and the potential misuse of personal images.
-
10 Reasons You Should Never Post Your Boarding Pass Online
Sharing a photo of your boarding pass online may look harmless, but it exposes you to cybercrime, identity theft, and even cancelled trips. From hidden barcodes to loyalty point theft, here are 10 reasons you should think twice before posting it.
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Google's Viral Gemini Banana Trend is Fun, But It Comes With a Privacy Risk
Gemini’s Nano Banana trend has gone viral on social media, surpassing 500 million image generations. The custom AI model lets users upload images and apply detailed edits with prompts. While popular, it has reignited privacy concerns, as Google stores all user conversations and uploaded images, which can be used to train its AI systems and servic...
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Who Is Attaullah Baig? The Ex-WhatsApp Security Boss Exposing Meta's Alarming Privacy Secrets
Indian-origin cybersecurity expert Attaullah Baig, former WhatsApp head of security, has sued Meta, alleging ignored security flaws and retaliation after he raised warnings about millions of users' data being at risk.
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Apple's iOS 26 Update Won't Offer Some Features in the EU at Launch: Report
Apple's iOS 26 update is set for release later this year, but a report indicates not all new capabilities will be available in Europe. Notably, users in the European Union may experience delays accessing these features, similar to how Apple Intelligence features were delayed in the EU after Apple faced regulatory hurdles.
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"Contrary To Voter Privacy": Poll Body Sources On Voting Footage Demands
Countering demands that footage from poll booths be retained for more than 45 days, the Election Commission sources have said that while they seem reasonable on the face of it, they will adversely impact the privacy and security of voters.
-
OpenAI’s Viral Ghibli Trend Might Be a Privacy Minefield, Experts Say
The viral Ghibli-style image trend on ChatGPT has sparked global participation, including from celebrities and brands. However, experts warn of serious privacy risks, as users unknowingly share facial data that may train AI models. With permanent digital footprints, the potential for misuse, like deepfakes or identity theft, raises critical concern...
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ChatGPT Can Now Create Fake Aadhaar & PAN Cards: Are We At Risk of Cybercrimes?
OpenAI's ChatGPT, particularly with its GPT-4 model, has raised significant privacy concerns due to its ability to generate hyper-realistic fake documents like Aadhaar and PAN cards.
