Keywords: Privacy


Study warns that hundreds of AI-powered iOS apps may expose user data

A recent academic study has raised concerns about the security of artificial intelligence applications available on Apple's App Store, warning that hundreds of AI-powered iOS apps may expose sensitive user information. Researchers from Wake Forest University examined 444 iOS applications that incorporate......

Hospital worker accused of attempting to sell Princess Kate’s medical records

A former healthcare employee in the United Kingdom is at the center of a serious data privacy case after allegedly attempting to sell confidential medical information believed to be linked to Catherine, Princess of Wales, widely known as Princess Kate. The case has reignited concerns about patient confidentiality......

Italy fines Emirates over passenger health data handling violations

Italy’s data protection authority has imposed a €180,000 fine on Emirates airline over the alleged improper handling of passengers’ health-related data, marking another enforcement action in Europe’s tightening privacy regulatory environment. According to the Italian regulator,......

Morocco court clarifies rules on home video surveillance use

A ruling from Morocco’s highest court has set clearer boundaries on the use of home surveillance cameras, confirming that residents may install security systems to protect their property and family, provided they do not violate the privacy of others. The decision stems from a civil dispute in......

Apple’s AI Siri tool fails to meet EU rules, European Commission says

The European Commission has stated that Apple’s new artificial intelligence upgrade for its voice assistant Siri has not been launched in the European Union after the company failed to meet regulatory requirements on interoperability and digital compliance. According to the Commission, Apple Inc.......

UK reviews NHS data contract with Palantir amid privacy concerns

The United Kingdom is carrying out a comprehensive review of its major data contract with U.S. technology company Palantir Technologies, which is currently working with the National Health Service (NHS), amid growing political and public debate over data privacy and long-term reliance on foreign providers. The......

South Korea drops plan for mixed-gender hospital rooms after public backlash

South Korea has abandoned a proposal that would have allowed men and women to share hospital rooms more broadly, following strong public opposition and concerns over patient safety and privacy. The plan, introduced by health authorities, sought to ease existing regulations that generally require the......

Austria files complaint against linkedin over alleged sale of user data

An Austrian digital rights organization has filed a complaint against LinkedIn, accusing the professional networking platform of mishandling and potentially monetizing user data. The case highlights growing concerns in Europe over how large technology companies manage personal information. Legal action......

Irish Supreme Court allows TikTok EU–China data transfers during appeal process

The TikTok will be allowed to continue transferring user data from the European Union to China while it appeals a major privacy ruling, after a decision by the Irish Supreme Court. The ruling confirms that the company can maintain its data flows during the ongoing legal process against a decision by......