The 'I might need this someday' mentality leads to inefficient, costly web scraping. In 2026, smart scrapers focus on targeted collection, proper proxy management, and building actually useful datasets instead of hoarding everything.
A Reddit user's investigation uncovered a $2 billion network of nonprofit grants and lobbying efforts behind age verification bills across 45 states. The findings reveal a troubling pattern: companies that profit from your personal data are writing laws to collect even more of it.
Learn how to scale Python and Selenium web scraping to 50 nodes and collect 3.9M+ records. This guide covers anti-detection strategies, infrastructure management, and lessons from real-world large-scale scraping operations in 2026.
A recent audit of popular free developer tools revealed alarming privacy practices—some contact up to 96 external domains when you paste code. This comprehensive analysis explores what data gets collected, which tools are the worst offenders, and practical steps developers can take to protect their intellectual property and privacy in 2026.
Federal immigration agencies are increasingly using social media data to identify, detain, and deport immigrants. This comprehensive guide examines the technology behind these practices, their real-world impact, and practical steps for protecting digital privacy in 2026.
From 'free' services to AI training data, discover how surveillance capitalism became normalized and what you can actually do about it in 2026. Real insights from privacy-conscious users.
Every data hoarder knows the sinking feeling: your scraper chugs along happily, then suddenly... connection refused. IP banned. This guide digs into why sites block you and delivers practical, tested strategies to keep your data pipelines flowing in 2026.
The architects of our digital world are raising their children in low-tech environments. This article explores the profound privacy and developmental concerns driving their choices and provides actionable strategies for any family.
A leaked email suggests Ring plans to expand its controversial 'Search Party' feature beyond finding lost dogs to broader surveillance applications. This article explores what that means for your privacy, how the community is reacting, and practical steps to protect yourself in 2026's smart home landscape.
Your modern vehicle is a rolling data collection device, and a handful of Israeli technology firms are at the forefront of this surveillance. We explore what data is collected, who's buying it, and practical steps you can take to reclaim some privacy on the road.
From hidden cameras to audio recording devices, restaurants are collecting unprecedented amounts of personal data during your meals. This comprehensive guide reveals what's happening and how to protect yourself.
Discord assured users their facial scans for UK age verification would never leave their device. New evidence reveals Persona, their verification vendor, stores and analyzes facial data—contradicting Discord's privacy promises and raising serious biometric concerns.