Privacy - Page 9

April 4, 2026

How to opt out of AI data collection in popular apps

Most AI platforms use your conversations to train their systems by default. Learn how to turn off data collection on ChatGPT, Google, Alexa and Siri.

April 2, 2026

FBI warns some foreign apps could collect Americans’ data — even if you never download them

The FBI warns that foreign-developed apps, particularly those tied to China, may collect personal data even if someone never download the apps themselves.

April 2, 2026

US targets Chinese robots over security fears

Senators Cotton and Schumer introduced the American Security Robotics Act to ban federal agencies from using robots tied to foreign adversaries like China.

March 27, 2026

5 simple tech tips to take back control of your social media

Social media apps track users' clicks, contacts and location. These five privacy tips can help limit data collection on iPhone and Android.

March 24, 2026

DocuSign email scam targets healthcare workers

Cybercriminals are using fraudulent DocuSign emails to steal login credentials, urging users to verify unexpected document requests before clicking links.

March 18, 2026

Genealogy boom exposes personal data scammers can exploit

Using genealogy websites can expose personal data that scammers use to target families, according to experts warning about privacy risks.

March 17, 2026

Do you know the true cost of identity theft?

Identity theft linked to major data broker breaches has cost Americans more than $20 billion over the past decade, according to a U.S. Senate report.

March 17, 2026

Data brokers accused of hiding opt-out pages from Google

A Senate investigation revealed major data brokers allegedly hid opt-out pages from search engines, making it harder for consumers to stop data sales.

March 17, 2026

Minnesota bill would ban warrants allowing police to collect data from devices near a crime scene

Minnesota lawmakers proposed a bill to ban reverse location warrants allowing police to collect cellphone data near crime scenes, which they say violates the Fourth Amendment.

March 16, 2026

The email trick that reveals your hidden online accounts

Searching your email inbox for old sign-up messages or account updates can reveal forgotten online accounts and help reduce your digital footprint.