Meta's proposed age verification system for Instagram, framed as a child safety measure, threatens to dismantle anonymous internet access for all users. This deep dive explores the technical implementation, privacy risks, and what it means for your digital freedom.
Colorado's proposed 2026 legislation would shift age verification from websites to operating system providers, creating unprecedented privacy risks. This deep dive explores why this approach threatens digital autonomy and what it means for your online freedom.
A controversial Arizona bill proposes requiring government ID verification to use weather apps and other online services. This article explores the privacy implications, legal challenges, and practical steps to protect your digital rights in 2026.
Wisconsin's AB 105 bill, set for Senate consideration, would restrict VPN access to material deemed 'harmful to minors.' This legislation has far-reaching implications for privacy, security, and digital rights that extend far beyond adult content.
A bombshell 2026 report reveals major tech platforms voluntarily provided DHS with information on users who criticized ICE. This isn't about warrants or legal compulsion—it's about voluntary cooperation that changes everything we thought we knew about platform privacy.
Mandatory age verification laws are creating a surveillance infrastructure that threatens everyone's privacy. Despite growing opposition, the pushback isn't nearly strong enough to stop the erosion of our digital rights. Here's what's really happening and what we need to do about it.
From AI-powered license plate readers to mandatory age verification systems, governments and corporations are building comprehensive databases on everyone. Here's what this surveillance infrastructure means for your privacy, freedom, and daily life in 2026.
The FBI's ability to recover 'residual data' from doorbell cameras—even after deletion—exposes a critical privacy vulnerability in smart home devices. This investigation into the Guthrie case reveals how much data these cameras actually collect and who can access it long after you think it's gone.
Discord's rollout of AI-powered age verification has triggered widespread privacy concerns and user backlash. This deep dive examines what the platform is really collecting, why the 'vast majority' claim rings hollow for privacy-conscious users, and what alternatives exist.
Recent revelations confirm Homeland Security actively monitors Reddit users. This guide explains how they do it, what it means for your privacy, and actionable steps you can take to protect yourself online in 2026.
Slovenia's proposed legislation to ban social media access for children under 15 has sparked intense debate about privacy, enforcement, and digital rights. This analysis explores what the ban means for families, the technology behind age verification, and whether such measures actually protect children.
Face ID might seem convenient, but the privacy trade-offs are becoming increasingly dangerous. From biometric data collection to government surveillance risks, here's why you should reconsider facial recognition authentication in 2026.