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#Apple
is facing a 3rd class-action lawsuit for collecting iPhone analytics
#data
against its own privacy policy and settings. The attorney suing Apple claims that this wasn’t a mistake but a deliberate decision that violates consumers’
#dataprivacy
.
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Incognito mode does leave a
#data
trail. It hides your activity only from other people who share your device. Google and other search engines can see not only your browsing history, but also any other personal data you may be sharing along the way.
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Incogni’s researchers analyzed 506 US-based
#data
brokers and found that 23 of them have suffered data breaches, and at least 10
#databreaches
resulted in at least 1MM user records being leaked, exposing a total of 444.5MM records. Read more 👇
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Data brokers don’t always comply with our removal requests. But
#incogniaid
is dedicated to your
#dataprivacy
. We’re officially filing a complaint with the
#DPA
against
#GfK
for ignoring data removal requests for over 500 of our customers. You have the right to opt out!…
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Incogni's latest study reveals a whopping 207.6MM American records compromised in multiple
#data
broker data breaches. With almost half of all records exposed globally, the US places first as the most affected country 👇
#incogniaid
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Want to know which Google Play categories are hungriest for your
#data
? 🤑 We analyzed the top 1,000 apps and social, business, and shopping apps were the worst hoarders of data.
See what else we found 👇
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Meta Platforms inched closer to preliminary approval of its record $725MM settlement of allowing political consulting firm Cambridge Analytica to mine Facebook users’ private information. Read more 👇
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Scammers are now exploiting the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Turkey and Syria. BleepingComputer has identified multiple scams on Twitter and abusing real platforms to create scam websites and collect funds from donors hoping to aid earthquake victims. Stay vigilant!
#incogniaid
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Don't want strangers, or worse, cybercriminals gaining access to your personal information? With the launch of its new service, Incogni can now remove your
#data
, such as your phone number or address, from people search sites as well! 👇
#incogniaid
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88% of mobile users have at least one shopping app installed, but are they really harmless? Our study shows 2/3 of these apps share permissions with an avg of 1.8 ad libraries, putting your privacy at risk.
#incogniaid
Read more 👇
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Google will no longer use location history to stalk you on Google Photos! 👏
Just remember, turn off the location permission on your smartphone camera for new pics and delete data under location history in your Google Photos account for the older ones.
#dataprivacy
#incogniaid
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Allowing everyone to see your
#location
can put your safety & privacy at risk. Be mindful about who you share it with and take steps to ensure your whereabouts aren't publicly available.
#protectyourlocation
#Incogniaid
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With one in three New Year’s resolutions failing because people can’t keep track of them, it’s no wonder many turn to apps as a solution. Though these apps may help you keep your resolutions, they don’t come without consequences. Our latest findings👇
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96% of K-12 apps share kids' data with third parties! 📈With the use of edtech skyrocketing as schools transitioned to online learning during the pandemic, keeping an eye on kids’
#dataPrivacy
is more important than ever. Here’s what you should watch out for 👇
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🧐Top 6 California companies buying up data brokers, Incogni research shows. The most expensive (known) broker acquisition was that of Bureau van Dijk Electronic Publishing by Moody’s Corporation in 2021, for $3.1 billion.
Read more on our blog: …
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BeenVerified is one of the biggest people search sites in the US. If they have your data, anyone can look up your contact details, address, family members, and more.
Protect your
#dataprivacy
with
#incogniaid
or follow our guide to opt out guide 👇
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Meta Platforms moves closer to settling the Cambridge Analytica class action for a record-breaking $725 million!
#incogniaid
Read more 👇
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ChatGPT can be a lot of fun to play with. But as more and more people incorporate it into their workflows, whether at work or privately, the question comes up: where does your data go?
Luckily, there’s a way to opt out for those in the know. Here’s how 👇
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No data breach is small if it includes your data. There were at least 10 such breaches, each happening between 2012-2021. These breaches affected a combined total of 444.5M records. The 179M leaked People Data Labs records account for 40% of these breaches.
#incogni
#DataPrivacy
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Remote cyber attacks can be hard to spot. An AZ hacker stole 400k+ from a NY salon over a span of weeks before being detected by malware to steal employees’ login details. Stay vigilant! Protect your personal information at home and at work!
#incogniaid
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Incogni asks the important questions. Like who really owns your data? Because the data broker industry looks to be consolidating, meaning that fewer and fewer companies are in charge of more and more of your data.
See our full report 👇
#incogniaid
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#Cybercriminals
didn’t rest during holidays. According to The Record Media, they worked even harder and beat the highest monthly count since April. In comparison with November, the number of victims rose by 20% and reached 241 organisations. Read more 👇
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📢 Important
#dataprivacy
news for residents of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, and Virginia! New privacy laws will come into effect in these states in 2023. Here’s what to expect 👇(1/7)
#incogniaid
#dataprivacy
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Don’t want your name showing up in Google search results anymore? The good news is it can be done. The bad news is it’s pretty complicated. But don’t worry!
Read out step-by-step instructions to remove your name from Google 👇
#incogniaid
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#WhatsApp
hit with a €5.5 million fine for GDPR violations. Why? The app asked users to click “agree and continue” to their revised Terms of Service before the date the GDPR took effect. Learn more about it 👇
#dataprivacy
#Incogniaid
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According to research from Cybernews, entertainment industry giant Lionsgate leaked users’ IP addresses and information about watched content.
#Data
was leaked through an open ElasticSearch instance. Learn more 👇
#incogniaid
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With a leak of 2.6MM Duolingo account entries, personal info, such as phone numbers, emails, and courses taken, are potentially up for sale. Protect your data by updating your passwords, enabling 2-factor authentication, and being mindful of what you share online.
#incogniaid
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Are you worried your Social Security number might be compromised? If it has been, you must act fast to prevent identity theft and mitigate the damages. Check out our guide to find out if someone is using your SSN and what you can do about it!
#incogniaid
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French
#personaldata
regulator CNIL charges TikTok with a $5.4m fine for its shady cookie policy. Decides that it "infringed the freedom of consent of internet users" as it breached Article 82 of the Data Protection Act.
#incogniaid
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Received an email claiming your
#Facebook
page has been disabled for violating terms? Whatever you do, don’t click the link to start an appeal! Turns out, this is a common
#scam
to steal your login details and more. Instead, check your FB page yourself.
#dataprivacy
#incogniaid
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Meta, formerly known as Facebook, was slapped with a record $1.3 billion fine for mishandling EU user data transfers to the US. Serious implications for data privacy and cross-border regulations.
#Meta
#dataprivacy
#incogniaid
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How many of you use more than 1 Chrome extension ✋
Well, 1/2 of them are poised to wreak havoc on your
#dataprivacy
. And if you’re thinking it’s just the obscure, clearly sketchy ones, we have some bad news…
#incogniaid
Learn more from our research 👇
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Beware of
#phishing
attacks that use
#OneNote
attachments to spread
#malware
. Don't open files from unknown senders and pay attention to warnings displayed by your OS or app. A mistake shouldn't lead to compromised passwords or empty crypto wallets.
#Incogniaid
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Tired of spam, robocalls, and junk mail? You can thank data brokers who sell your contact details to marketers for that. Sign up for a yearly subscription to Incogni and keep your data off the market with a 50% discount 👇
#dataprivacy
#incogniaid
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The problem: cookies undermine your
#dataprivacy
but are completely invisible. Cookie consent pop-ups, on the other hand, are as annoying as they are important. Always take the time to reject all non-essential cookies and don’t buy into talk of “legitimate interest.”
#incogniaid
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Did you know your chance of falling victim to cybercrime varies based on where you live in? Surfshark analyzed data provided by the FBI and found that some US states have higher rates of cybercrimes and losses than others. Find out which ones and why 👇(1/5)
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Is Google Drive secure? It is if you play your cards right. We’ll show you how to do that below. But first, what about
#dataprivacy
on Google Drive? Well, that’s a very different story (1/5)
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#Dataprivacy
is what allows you to control who has access to your personal information and how it is used. Without it, you can fall victim to various scams, such as phishing and even identity theft. Protect your personal info by incorporating these 5 simple practices!
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Removing your data from data broker sites can be (deliberately) tricky. Whether you subscribe to
#incogniaid
or decide to do it yourself,
#dataprivacy
doesn’t have to be hard! Check out our Spokeo opt-out guide to help you get started:
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The UK is braced for the announcement of new changes to its
#dataprivacy
laws, known as the UK GDPR (1/4)
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A malicious Google Chrome extension has put thousands of Facebook accounts into the hands of a threat actor or actors. The “Quick access to ChatGPT” extension was downloaded from the official Google Play store at least 2,000 times a day between March 3rd and 9th (1/3)
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Whitepages[.]com is probably not what you think it is. It goes way beyond the original phonebook, including
#personaldata
like your financial records, carrier information, and traffic records. Opting out is possible, but not painless 👇
#incogniaid
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🚫🔍 Worried about strangers having access to your personal information? Our newest service offering removes your
#data
from people search sites that publish details such as your phone number, address, and much more. Protect your …
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Alphabet’s YouTube stands accused of violating the UK Information Commissioner’s Office’s (ICO’s) Age Appropriate Design Code by collecting children’s viewing data. Children under 13 👀 (1/5)
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The French Assembly has passed a bill allowing police to remotely activate phone cameras, microphones and GPS chipsets. Concerns abound about the likely abuse and expansion of these surveillance powers.
Why aren’t these vulnerabilities being patched? Should anyone have this…
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Are you an iPhone user who chose
#Apple
for its superior privacy practices? While a defender of
#dataprivacy
, this tech giant still collects data from your phone and third party apps to target you with personalized ads. Here are 2 steps you can take to prevent this 👇
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Did you know people search sites store and process massive amounts of personal data? 🤔 Including contact details, birth records, and even your home address! With Incogni's new feature, you can remove this information in no time!
Find out more:
#incogni
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Have you uninstalled an app long ago but never got around to deleting your data? Google's new policy allows users to delete their accounts and data (where applicable) via a web portal. Kudos to Google for putting users back in the driver's seat!
#dataprivacy
#incogniaid
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📱🔒 Attention iPhone users: An Apple Maps bug (now fixed in iOS 16.3) may have compromised your
#dataprivacy
by allowing apps to collect your data without permission. Your personal information could be at risk. Take back control with
#incogniaid
👇
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Building an open resource of companies misusing personal information (for awareness and research). Here's what we've got so far
@PrivacyMatters
@PrivacyPros
@internetsociety
@evacide
any top of mind cases that deserve to be included in the list?
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Has
#dataprivacy
been on your radar a lot lately? Protecting your
#personaldata
can be pretty daunting— the trick is to figure out what the low-hanging fruit is and go after that first. That’s where Incogni comes in: maximum impact, minimal effort 👇
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As buildings become “smarter,” they become increasingly hackable. Australian real estate developers are acutely aware of this after recent cyber security breaches on the continent.
Development and
#dataprivacy
have never been more connected. (1/6)
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Have you heard about Google's new "Results about you" tool that can help you remove search results with your phone number, home address, or email? Go even one step further with your
#dataprivacy
by opting-out of data broker databases with
#Incogniaid
🔒🕵️♂️
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Incogni's latest study reveals Arkansas and South Carolina lead the nation in breached
#data
brokers. Are data brokers actually able to protect your personal details?
#incogniaid
#dataprivacy
Read more 👇
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How many AI-powered extensions do you have on your browser right now? 10 out of the 70 we analyzed in our latest research had a high risk of turning malicious and a high capacity to do damage.
#dataprivacy
Is your browser at risk? Learn more 👇
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Do you use shopping apps? Did you know 2 out of 3 of them share access to your 📲 with ad libraries (which can turn malicious)?
Learn what these ad networks have permission to do with your phone. Warning: could be shocking. ☠️
#incogniaid
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A credential stuffing attack has claimed another 35,000 PayPal accounts 🤯 Credential stuffing: someone takes one of your passwords and tries it on your other accounts. Stay safe by using a password to set a strong and unique password for each and every account.
#incogniaid
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Sweet Diamond Shooter recently experienced a
#data
leak! Sensitive data was found hardcoded on the client side of the app, meaning that attackers would be able to easily reverse-engineer and exploit the app, gaining access to private game-related user data.
#incogniaid
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Your
#digitalfootprint
can impact your security, reputation, and even housing and employment opportunities. Got an old misdemeanor record holding you back? Take it off Arrests[.]org with our quick opt-out guide.
#Incogniaid
#DataPrivacy
🔒💻🕵️♂️
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MailChimp experienced its 2nd breach in 6 months, exposing customer names, addresses, URLs, and more. Breached
#data
can end up on data broker sites, further exposing victims to
#scams
, fraud, and identity theft. Opt out of these databases with
#incogniaid
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Who’s excited for
#BlackFriday
! ✋Unfortunately, it’s the most exciting time of the year for
#cybercriminals
too. So to keep yourself (and your wallet) safe this shopping season, here are the top 5 digital threats you should watch out for 👇(1/6)
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The amount of money that
#databrokers
have been spending on lobbying is rising. They spent a total of $37.5MM in 2020, $49.6MM in 2021, and $56.1MM in 2022. All that money has likely gone towards fighting against your right to
#dataprivacy
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Do you use a Mac for Apple’s superior privacy practices? Well, if you also downloaded Chrome on that Mac, it defeats the purpose. The browser has been described as a “data miner in disguise” 🫣
#dataprivacy
#incogniaid
Read more 👉
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Ever get an Amazon pop-up ad giving you the chance to win a smartphone or something? And all you have to do is complete a survey? If you’re wondering if it’s a scam—it is. They’re after your
#personaldata
, and money.
#incogniaid
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Before you download another
#app
✋
Google just removed 16 apps (with 20M+ downloads) because of
#malware
. Do you know what you’re downloading?
#incogniaid
Here’s what you’ll find in the data safety section to help you choose better 👇
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It’s no secret that megacorporations like Alphabet Inc. (Google) and Meta (Facebook) are after your data. Ethics don’t seem to be a concern, they’ll do exactly as much as the law allows, even testing the boundaries (and copping the fines) as they go.
So, what can you do? (1/4)
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You might know your
#data
is collected online. But do you know where it all ends up? We looked into which companies are buying up data brokers registered in California and found some interesting trends. Learn more 👇
#dataprivacy
#incogniaid
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If you’re still using Google Chrome in 2023, then (1) it’s time to switch to Firefox and (2) Google is rolling out its new “Topics API” to replace cookie-based targeted advertising. It’s understandable if you’re suspicious. Read more 👇
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Google has settled a lawsuit to the tune of $93M to quash accusations that it continued to track users’ location data after they opted out. The tech giant’s practices were found to violate California consumer protection laws.
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Your personal
#data
deserves protection! That's why we've prepared an opt-out guide for
#SmartBackgroundChecks
. Take control of your information and ensure that it's not being shared without your consent👇
#incogniaid
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Fed up with robocallers, spammers, and scammers blowing up your phone? These are far from the worst things
#databrokers
expose you to, but they’re among the most annoying. Is Truecaller sharing your number? Here’s how you opt out 👇
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Apple is reportedly concerned that its employees might leak proprietary data while using ChatGPT. Word is that the tech giant has restricted employees’ use of the LLM and other so-called AI tools, like MS Copilot.
Do you have
#dataprivacy
concerns with using ChatGPT?
#incogniaid
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Incogni recently looked into AI-powered Chrome extensions, finding that 59% of those studied collect your
#personaldata
, while 44% collect personally identifiable information (a
#dataprivacy
red flag).
Read the full story 👇
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💸 Google was recently hit with a $39.9 million payout following a location tracking lawsuit for misleading consumers into believing they have control over how they collect and use consumers’ location data.
#dataprivacy
#incogniaid
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Google has introduced a new feature as part of its Results About You tool. The tech giant claims this tool will allow users to remove
#personaldata
from its search results. A move in the right direction from a company not exactly known for championing
#dataprivacy
.
#incogniaid
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Just last year, Americans lost $29,800,000 to phone scams. These aren’t your grandparents’ phone
#scams
. They’ve evolved and continue to evolve, so keep your guard up. 1/3
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ShopBack, a popular cashback platform was recently fined almost $54K for a leak that exposed the data, including bank account numbers and partial credit card information, of 1.4M+ users. If you’ve used ShopBack since 2019, you might want to check your accounts.
#incogniaid
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Google chrome is rolling out a new privacy feature! Instead of going through the settings, users will be able to delete their history for the last 15 minutes with just a single tap or click, making
#dataprivacy
more accessible.
#incogniaid
Ream more👇
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Have you seen the eerily realistic Eminem-like deepfake rapper, 'Emin-AI-em,' that David Guetta recently unveiled?
#Dataprivacy
is at risk as AI-generated content imitates celebs, often without consent. It's time for stricter privacy before things get really scary.
#incogniaid
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America’s biggest beverage manufacturer, Pepsi Bottling Ventures, was breached in December. Breached data includes names, addresses, financial info, passwords, PINs, driver’s license numbers, SSNs, ID and passport numbers, and digital signatures.
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ZoomInfo collects and posts personal and business information online, giving anyone who’s willing to pay for a subscription full and anonymous access to it. Want your
#personaldata
gone from its clutches? Here’s how you can opt out 👇
#incogniaid
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A whistleblower leaked 100GB of
#Tesla
data, including user complaints about safety, privacy, and data sharing, as well as personal information of Tesla employees, including Elon Musk's.
#dataprivacy
#incogniaid
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New York recently implemented a TikTok ban on state-owned devices in light of
#dataprivacy
concerns. Officials suspect the app could leak user information to Chinese authorities. And NY alone, with 34+ other states enforcing similar bans. Stay up to date with
#incogniaid
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Google is set to pay Washington state $39.9 mln to settle allegations that it misled consumers regarding its location tracking practices. The tech giant already agreed to pay a total of $391.5 mln to 40 states and $85 mln to Arizona late last year. Business as usual?
#incogniaid
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The latest
#data
from the piracy tracking company MUSO suggests that piracy is very much on the rise. This is in spite of the fact that streaming services make accessing content legally easier than ever before (1/2)
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What does it mean to opt out of a data broker’s chicanery? It means asking them—in a very particular way—to remove your
#personaldata
and to stop building and selling or sharing it online and off.
#incogniaid
Try it out on Persopo now 👇
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Did you know that your voter records and political affiliations are available online on sites like ? If you’re concerned about your
#dataprivacy
, you can have this info removed. Check the
#incogniaid
opt-out guide for instructions👇
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🚨 Perception Point's experts report advanced phishing attacks have surged by a staggering 356% in 2022, while the overall attacks grew by 87%. Vigilant cybersecurity and digital hygiene are now more crucial than ever.
#cyberdecurity
#dataprivacy
#incogniaid
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How bad could installing the wrong Chrome extension be? 7 out of 10 of the extensions we studied have a high risk impact. If they were to turn malicious, they could do some serious damage to your
#dataprivacy
, if not cybersecurity.
#incogni
Read more 👇
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The owners of Instant Checkmate and TruthFinder, PeopleConnect confirmed that hackers stole a backup database containing the personal data including names, phone numbers, email addresses, and hashed passwords of 20M+ customers.
#incogniaid
Learn more 👇
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Sharp HealthCare, one of the largest healthcare providers in California, has announced a data breach compromising the sensitive data of 62,777 patients. Concerned patients should immediately review their medical records and remain vigilant for signs of identity theft
#incogniaid
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Fast People Search is a people search site like many others, with a twist. Fast People Search is happy to give a ton of your personal information away for free. Luckily, you can also opt out of its data collection scheme for free 👇
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We found that tech giants like
#Meta
and
#Microsoft
collect the most user
#data
but claim to share the least… Makes you wonder 🤔
See what else we found 👇
#incogniaid
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Privacy is a human right. There’s no democracy without it. But exercising your right to privacy in the digital age can quickly become a full-time job.
Let Incogni take on the lion’s share by letting us get your data out of the hands of data brokers 👇
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Is your personal
#data
for sale on ? If you don’t like the idea of total strangers having access to your phone number, home address, here’s our quick guide to remove your data. Or let us do it for you 😉
#dataprivacy
#incogniaid
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October is
#CybersecurityAwarenessMonth
. Commemorate 🎉 by giving yourself a privacy upgrade! Here are some things you can do this month to improve your
#dataprivacy
1/4
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The new National Cybersecurity Strategy proposes two huge shifts in how the US allocates roles and resources online:
🔵More responsibility for mitigating cyber risk goes to the largest public and private entities,
🔵Long-term cybersecurity investments attract more incentives.…
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Gen Z and Millennial workers grew up
#online
, so you’d think they’d be better at adhering to
#cybersecurity
protocols than Gen Xers and Baby Boomers, right?
Right? 👀
Unfortunately, according to a recent EY Consulting survey, the
#dataprivacy
is not strong with these ones. 1/6
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