Instagram turns 16 with 3 billion users under shadow of data privacy, mental health concerns

Circuit Court Ruling on Border Searches Deals Serious Blow to Privacy Rights

Circuit Court Ruling on Border Searches Deals Serious Blow to Privacy Rights Tech Policy Press

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California Governor Signs SB 690, Eliminating Private Website-Based CIPA Pen Register Claims and Calling for Broader CIPA Reform

On September 30, Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 690, a significant new law aimed at curbing the wave of lawsuits and demand letters asserting “pen register” claims under the California Invasion of Privacy Act (“CIPA”). The legislation eliminates the private right of action for pen register and trap-and-trace claims arising from conduct occurring on internet... Continue Reading…

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UK security adviser visited Israel in bid to keep Jerusalem consulate open, sources say

UK security adviser visited Israel in bid to keep Jerusalem consulate open, sources say Reuters

OpenAI dismisses Three Employees over Data Privacy concerns

OpenAI dismisses Three Employees over Data Privacy concerns Cybersecurity Insiders

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US removes B-1 bombers from UK base amid security concerns

US removes B-1 bombers from UK base amid security concerns Reuters

Rural Data Centers Are in for a Big Federal Tax Break

Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, data center projects in rural areas could be eligible for major tax benefits starting next year. Some hyperscalers do not seem eager to take the free cash.