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May 13, 2026

Facial recognition error wrongfully imprisons grandmother: attorney

Angela Lipps' attorney explains how a facial recognition error wrongfully linked the Tennessee grandmother to a North Dakota bank fraud case, causing her to spend over five months in custody.

May 12, 2026

Is ID.me safe to use? What you need to know

ID.me is a legitimate identity verification tool used by federal agencies, but scammers exploit its trusted reputation. Learn how to stay safe online.

May 11, 2026

School app Canvas breach hits during finals

Canvas, the school platform used by millions, went down during finals week after Instructure detected unauthorized activity tied to a cybersecurity breach.

May 11, 2026

House Freedom Caucus vows 'gloves are coming off' as FISA deadline looms

GOP privacy hawks have demanded surveillance reforms and a CBDC ban in any FISA reauthorization bill as the June 12 deadline approaches.

May 9, 2026

Five data broker opt-out myths that leave retirees exposed

One-time opt-out forms may not fully protect retirees from data broker exposure and elder fraud scams that exploit decades of personal records online.

May 7, 2026

Disney wants to scan your face at the gate: Here's why

Disney's facial recognition system captures your face at the gate and converts it to numerical values. Here's what guests should know about opting out.

May 5, 2026

Reporter’s Notebook: Congress passes short-term FISA 702 fix, delays long-term renewal

Congress renewed FISA Section 702 for just 45 days after failed attempts at a three-year extension that included a controversial digital currency ban.

May 5, 2026

Instantly upgrade your streaming: At home and when traveling

Streaming apps expose more data than most people realize. A VPN can protect your privacy at home and help you access content while traveling abroad.

May 4, 2026

Fake traffic violation text scam uses QR codes to steal payment info

Scammers are sending fake court text messages with QR codes to U.S. drivers, demanding payment for traffic violations that never occurred across multiple states.

May 3, 2026

Data broker opt-out steps widows should take in 90 days

Grief makes widows prime targets for scammers who exploit obituaries and data broker profiles. Here is how to protect your personal information early on.