Category data privacy

Auto Added by WPeMatico

Comcast’s $117.5M Breach Settlement: Up to 30M People May Qualify

Comcast customers affected by the 2023 breach may qualify for cash, reimbursement, and identity protection under a proposed $117.5 million settlement.

The post Comcast’s $117.5M Breach Settlement: Up to 30M People May Qualify appeared first on TechRepublic.

Google $135M Settlement: Millions of Android Users May Qualify for Payout

Android users may be eligible for a payout from Google’s $135 million settlement over background data use. Here’s who qualifies and how to claim.

The post Google $135M Settlement: Millions of Android Users May Qualify for Payout appeared first on TechRepublic.

Google Rolls Out End-to-End Encryption to Eligible Gmail Users on Mobile

Google has brought end-to-end encrypted Gmail to Android and iOS for eligible Workspace users, extending secure mobile email without extra apps.

The post Google Rolls Out End-to-End Encryption to Eligible Gmail Users on Mobile appeared first on TechRepublic.

New Scam Alert: QR Codes Replace Links in Traffic Ticket Phishing

Scammers are using fake traffic violation texts with QR codes to steal personal and financial data, posing as state courts and government agencies.

The post New Scam Alert: QR Codes Replace Links in Traffic Ticket Phishing appeared first on TechRepublic.

‘Stop Texting’: FBI Warning Drives Apple’s iPhone Messaging Update

Apple is preparing encrypted RCS support for iPhone, a change that could make messaging with Android users more secure and reduce reliance on SMS.

The post ‘Stop Texting’: FBI Warning Drives Apple’s iPhone Messaging Update appeared first on TechRepublic.

Millions of UK iPhone Users Will Need to Verify Their Age — Here’s Why

Apple’s latest iOS update adds some new features and fixes several bugs — but it also introduces mandatory age verification for users in the United Kingdom.

The post Millions of UK iPhone Users Will Need to Verify Their Age — Here’s Why appeared first on TechRepublic.

Layoffs and Lawsuits Collide in Meta’s Worst Week Yet

Meta faces layoffs, legal setbacks, and scrutiny as it doubles down on AI investments, raising questions about priorities, safety, and long-term strategy.

The post Layoffs and Lawsuits Collide in Meta’s Worst Week Yet appeared first on TechRepublic.

New Apple Hack: Up to 270M iPhones Vulnerable to ‘DarkSword’ Exploit

Researchers uncover “DarkSword,” a powerful iPhone exploit targeting millions via compromised websites. Learn how it works and how to protect your device.

The post New Apple Hack: Up to 270M iPhones Vulnerable to ‘DarkSword’ Exploit appeared first on TechRepublic.

Apple Tightens App Store Age Checks in Brazil, Australia, and Singapore

Apple updated its Declared Age Range API to support age-assurance rules in Brazil, Australia, and Singapore, as well as new US requirements in Utah and Louisiana.

The post Apple Tightens App Store Age Checks in Brazil, Australia, and Singapore appeared first on TechRepublic.