Tag: Cybersecurity
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Endangered Encryption: Government Backdoor Demands Undermine Global Cybersecurity
Governments around the world are escalating demands for encryption backdoors, claiming they are required for national security needs. Experts warn that these policies create cybersecurity risks for billions of people. Recently, British officials secretly ordered Apple to create a backdoor into their Advanced Data Protection (ADP) service. Apple responded to this by disabling ADP in…
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Apple Pulls Encryption Based Protection from UK Users Following Government Demands
Apple has removed its strongest data protection (Advanced Data Protection, or ADP) feature from UK users after government demands for a backdoor into encrypted communications. The decision marks a critical moment in the ongoing battle between tech privacy and government surveillance, and may spark tension with other nations. What’s Happening? Apple’s Advanced Data Protection (ADP)…
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Governments Use Bot Networks to Influence Public Opinion, Prevent Political Criticism
The Importance of Digital Privacy in the Age of Social Media Surveillance Recent revelations about Mexico’s Cyberspace Operations Centre have highlighted the use of fake profiles and bots by various entities, including military organizations, to monitor and manipulate digital conversations. These practices underscore the critical need for individuals to safeguard their digital privacy. Understanding the…
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What does a Trump Presidency Mean for your Digital Privacy?
As debates about data privacy and digital security continue to grow, the implications of political leadership on these matters become increasingly significant. President Trump’s stance on surveillance, technology, and regulation, raises important considerations for individuals concerned about their online privacy and personal data security. Key Policies Impacting Privacy During his previous term, Donald Trump’s administration…