Author: My Data Zero Team
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WhatsApp’s Encryption Promise Under Fire: New Lawsuit Alleges That Meta Let Contractors Read User’s Private Messages
A federal class action claims that Meta and consulting giant Accenture gave employees backdoor access to supposedly encrypted WhatsApp conversations, backed by whistleblower accounts now under US govt investigation.
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Your ID to Browse: The Hidden Cost Of Age Verification
Governments want to protect children online — but 400+ privacy experts warn the cure may be worse than the disease. Mandatory age verification won’t stop determined kids. It will, however, create vast databases of your face, ID, and personal data, just waiting to be hacked.
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How To Turn Off AI Features In Firefox: A Complete Guide
If you’re looking for clarity on how to turn off AI features in Firefox, Mozilla has made the process straightforward with its new AI Controls section.
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Are Password Managers Safe? New ETH Zurich Study Exposes Critical Security Flaws
Are password managers safe? A new study from ETH Zurich reveals vulnerabilities in password managers. Learn how to stay protected in 2026.
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ZeroDayRAT Malware Protection: Here’s How To Secure Your Devices
Stay safe with the latest ZeroDayRAT malware protection. Learn how this 2026 mobile threat targets Android and iOS.
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Personal Data Commodification Risks: Why Your Information Is Hot “Currency”
Explore personal data commodification risks and learn how your information is being treated as currency in today’s digital economy.
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Retail Data Privacy Risks: Your Shopping Cart Is “Leaking” Data
The Home Depot privacy data controversy shows how retail loyalty info is being used for surveillance. Be wary who you share your data with.
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Pixelfed: A User Friendly Social Network
Pixelfed is a decentralized, open-source photo-sharing social network that prioritizes user privacy, avoids ads and data tracking, and is mainly used by photographers, creatives, and privacy-conscious users as an alternative to Instagram.
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Gmail’s Gemini Powered AI Features: What About User Privacy?
Google’s latest rollout of Gmail AI features is bound to reshape how users manage their Inboxes. But there are privacy issues that need to be urgently addressed.
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China’s New Mandatory Reports On Children’s Data
China introduces mandatory annual reporting for companies processing children’s (under 14) personal data.