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.
The recent exposure of Persona's frontend reveals how age verification systems have quietly evolved into comprehensive surveillance tools. What started as 'protecting children' now involves facial recognition against watchlists, political screening, and risk scoring that could affect millions.
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 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.
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.
In 2026, a major Israeli surveillance company accidentally exposed its entire operational infrastructure through a simple security mistake. This article explores what happened, why it matters, and what it reveals about the spyware industry's vulnerabilities.
New research reveals how ordinary WiFi networks could be transformed into invisible surveillance systems capable of tracking movements, identifying individuals, and monitoring activities without consent. Here's what you need to know about this emerging threat.
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.
Smartglasses with discreet recording capabilities are creating a privacy crisis as secret footage floods social media platforms. This comprehensive guide explores the real risks, legal implications, and practical steps to protect yourself in an increasingly surveilled world.