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Privacy is a human right.
AdGuard Mail: email alias and temp email service from the makers of the adblocker
AdGuard announced AdGuard Mail today. The new product is free at the time of writing and designed to improve email privacy.
It is available as a web-based version as well as apps for mobile devices and Windows and works similarly to services such as Firefox Relay, SimpleLogin, or AnonAddy.
https://www.ghacks.net/2024/12/20/adguard-mail-email-alias-and-temp-email-service-from-the-makers-of-the-adblocker/
https://adguard-mail.com/
AdGuard announced AdGuard Mail today. The new product is free at the time of writing and designed to improve email privacy.
It is available as a web-based version as well as apps for mobile devices and Windows and works similarly to services such as Firefox Relay, SimpleLogin, or AnonAddy.
https://www.ghacks.net/2024/12/20/adguard-mail-email-alias-and-temp-email-service-from-the-makers-of-the-adblocker/
https://adguard-mail.com/
Google Starts Tracking All Your Devices in 8 Weeks
https://www.forbes.com/sites/zakdoffman/2024/12/19/forget-chrome-google-will-start-tracking-you-and-all-your-smart-devices-in-8-weeks/
https://www.forbes.com/sites/zakdoffman/2024/12/19/forget-chrome-google-will-start-tracking-you-and-all-your-smart-devices-in-8-weeks/
📱 Netflix fined thanks to GDPR
The Dutch Data Protection Authority (DPA) has fined Netflix €4.75 million for failing to provide sufficient information to its users about the use of their personal data between 2018 and 2020, thereby violating the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Although Netflix has since updated its privacy policy, it has denied the fine and is considering appealing it.
A company like this, with a turnover of billions and millions of customers around the world, has to adequately explain to its customers how it handles their personal data.
said DPA President Aleid Wolfsen
The Dutch Data Protection Authority (DPA) has fined Netflix €4.75 million for failing to provide sufficient information to its users about the use of their personal data between 2018 and 2020, thereby violating the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Although Netflix has since updated its privacy policy, it has denied the fine and is considering appealing it.
A company like this, with a turnover of billions and millions of customers around the world, has to adequately explain to its customers how it handles their personal data.
said DPA President Aleid Wolfsen
Stefan George (Gnosis co-founder) donated 15 ETH each (30 ETH total) to Roman and Alexey’s legal defence fund
https://x.com/freealexeyroman/status/1869807723271061628?s=46&t=rLftPKNSWRVHZOADuhmSqA
https://x.com/freealexeyroman/status/1869807723271061628?s=46&t=rLftPKNSWRVHZOADuhmSqA
Why is stalking illegal but digital stalking (tracking) legal?
📱 Recall is coming to Windows 11
The new feature will allow you to capture EVERYTHING you do, it will take "photos" of your screen
Yes, even if it is a password
If you are using Windows 11 you can make sure it is disabled by following this path:
· "Start" > "Settings" > "Privacy and security" > "Activity history" and leave it on "Disabled"
It's that easy
Also remember that this is not new, and it is important, because when someone becomes aware of taking care of their privacy, they see everything as a new threat, but they already launched something similar 6 years ago.
The new feature will allow you to capture EVERYTHING you do, it will take "photos" of your screen
Yes, even if it is a password
If you are using Windows 11 you can make sure it is disabled by following this path:
· "Start" > "Settings" > "Privacy and security" > "Activity history" and leave it on "Disabled"
It's that easy
Also remember that this is not new, and it is important, because when someone becomes aware of taking care of their privacy, they see everything as a new threat, but they already launched something similar 6 years ago.
Elon Musk hypes up Xmail, new email spyware for X
It's been a couple years now but we'll keep saying it, this is yet another example of what the entire idea behind X actually is all about – a mirrored version of China's social credit system everything app, WeChat.
So many people have no idea what's coming.
SOURCE: https://x.com/MarioNawfal/status/1868618956673831072
It's been a couple years now but we'll keep saying it, this is yet another example of what the entire idea behind X actually is all about – a mirrored version of China's social credit system everything app, WeChat.
So many people have no idea what's coming.
SOURCE: https://x.com/MarioNawfal/status/1868618956673831072
Arguing that you don't care about privacy because you have nothing to hide is no different to saying that you don't care about free speech because you have nothing to say. - E. Snowden
“I don't care about privacy, I have nothing to hide.”
Few statements are more selfish. Your indifference compromises my privacy the moment we interact. Privacy is not just an individual right but a shared responsibility—it's not merely your concern, but a matter of mutual respect.
Few statements are more selfish. Your indifference compromises my privacy the moment we interact. Privacy is not just an individual right but a shared responsibility—it's not merely your concern, but a matter of mutual respect.
Due to maintenance work on OpenStreetMap, it is temporarily not possible to save any map edits.
❝OpenStreetMap.org will shortly be available READ-ONLY. You will unfortunately NOT be able to save any map edits. We will be running on our backup infrastructure in Dublin. We are working to restore full services and we are waiting for our ISP to restore services in Amsterdam.❞
Source: en.osm.town/@osm_tech
❝OpenStreetMap.org will shortly be available READ-ONLY. You will unfortunately NOT be able to save any map edits. We will be running on our backup infrastructure in Dublin. We are working to restore full services and we are waiting for our ISP to restore services in Amsterdam.❞
Source: en.osm.town/@osm_tech
If Ungoogled Chromium does what it says that is huge because it means browsers like /brave would not be dependent on Google support of Chromium for core libraries or services.
Thanks to @nocrimez.eth for the share!
https://x.com/nocrimez/status/1867620242576306589
Thanks to @nocrimez.eth for the share!
https://x.com/nocrimez/status/1867620242576306589
Real ID and/or Digital ID is the next immediate battlefront. Don't fall for the convenience.
https://www.makeuseof.com/adding-us-passport-google-wallet/
https://www.makeuseof.com/adding-us-passport-google-wallet/
Find out the IP address through a call to Telegram
https://medium.com/@ibederov_en/find-out-the-ip-address-through-a-call-to-telegram-a899441b1bac
Github: https://github.com/n0a/telegram-get-remote-ip
https://medium.com/@ibederov_en/find-out-the-ip-address-through-a-call-to-telegram-a899441b1bac
Github: https://github.com/n0a/telegram-get-remote-ip
Mullvad VPN audit: low number of vulnerabilities found and fixed, lots of praise
Mullvad VPN is a popular privacy-focused VPN service. The service is using a disk-less infrastructure and has recently started to run encrypted DNS servers in RAM as well. You may also buy Mullvad codes on Amazon or through other ways that keep you anonymous.
In late 2024, Mullvad asked Germany-based X41 D-Sec to conduct an audit of the service, making it the fourth external security audit since 2018.
https://malwaretips.com/threads/mullvad-vpn-audit-low-number-of-vulnerabilities-found-and-fixed-lots-of-praise.134086/
Mullvad VPN is a popular privacy-focused VPN service. The service is using a disk-less infrastructure and has recently started to run encrypted DNS servers in RAM as well. You may also buy Mullvad codes on Amazon or through other ways that keep you anonymous.
In late 2024, Mullvad asked Germany-based X41 D-Sec to conduct an audit of the service, making it the fourth external security audit since 2018.
https://malwaretips.com/threads/mullvad-vpn-audit-low-number-of-vulnerabilities-found-and-fixed-lots-of-praise.134086/
s/o to Dan for using his Clanker fees to support Roman's legal aid 🦊
stay based
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huge milestone for the guild!
today, we announce CRISP, a secret ballot protocol built with @enclavee3
it leverages #FHE & #E3s to create voting systems that are private, tamper-proof, and verifiable.
the announcement comes with a live demo + documentation + a blog post ❤️🔥
today, we announce CRISP, a secret ballot protocol built with @enclavee3
it leverages #FHE & #E3s to create voting systems that are private, tamper-proof, and verifiable.
the announcement comes with a live demo + documentation + a blog post ❤️🔥
📱 Mozilla Firefox has removed the "Do Not Track" option
The decision is based on the fact that many websites ignore this signal, rendering the feature ineffective in protecting users' privacy.
Firefox since version 135 no longer displays the option to send a "Do Not Track" request in its privacy preferences.
Instead, Mozilla recommends using the Global Privacy Control (GPC) as an alternative to prevent tracking, as GPC is more widely respected by websites and is backed by legislation in some regions.
It's unclear how this transition will be handled for users who already have DNT enabled, but Mozilla has updated its support page to inform about these changes as reported by Windows report
https://windowsreport.com/mozilla-firefox-removes-do-not-track-feature-support-heres-what-it-means-for-your-privacy/
The decision is based on the fact that many websites ignore this signal, rendering the feature ineffective in protecting users' privacy.
Firefox since version 135 no longer displays the option to send a "Do Not Track" request in its privacy preferences.
Instead, Mozilla recommends using the Global Privacy Control (GPC) as an alternative to prevent tracking, as GPC is more widely respected by websites and is backed by legislation in some regions.
It's unclear how this transition will be handled for users who already have DNT enabled, but Mozilla has updated its support page to inform about these changes as reported by Windows report
https://windowsreport.com/mozilla-firefox-removes-do-not-track-feature-support-heres-what-it-means-for-your-privacy/
😁 Best Linux Distributions for Beginners
⏺ Ubuntu – is by far the most popular Linux distribution. It is known for its user-friendly interface, large user community and long-term stability.
⏺ Pop!_OS is another popular Linux distribution for beginners. This distribution from System76 is focused on productivity and ease of use
⏺ Manjaro – Offers the power of Arch Linux but in a more beginner-friendly form. It is known for its simplified installation process and package management.
⏺ Linux Mint – based on Ubuntu but offers a Windows-like interface, making it a great choice for users switching from Windows
⏺ Zorin OS – designed specifically for those switching from Windows to Linux, the system offers a Windows-like interface and includes support for Windows applications via built-in Wine
⏺ Ubuntu – is by far the most popular Linux distribution. It is known for its user-friendly interface, large user community and long-term stability.
⏺ Pop!_OS is another popular Linux distribution for beginners. This distribution from System76 is focused on productivity and ease of use
⏺ Manjaro – Offers the power of Arch Linux but in a more beginner-friendly form. It is known for its simplified installation process and package management.
⏺ Linux Mint – based on Ubuntu but offers a Windows-like interface, making it a great choice for users switching from Windows
⏺ Zorin OS – designed specifically for those switching from Windows to Linux, the system offers a Windows-like interface and includes support for Windows applications via built-in Wine
It’s simple
we get private digital currency into everyone’s hands, and ensure that it can never be taken away
https://x.com/dystopiabreaker/status/1866607629746966556
we get private digital currency into everyone’s hands, and ensure that it can never be taken away
https://x.com/dystopiabreaker/status/1866607629746966556
Your devices will be using AI to monitor everything you type and share, on any app, and report to the authorities. Switch to GrapheneOS and Linux asap or you NGMI.
Microsoft has launched it's 365 Cloud PC. If you like freedom and privacy this is a must forever avoid item. Microsoft will own every scrap of information. This is the very manifestation of you will own nothing and be happy. Subscription based computing.
📱 More updates for the Pixel 6, 7 and Fold
As we already know, Google Pixels can become the most secure and private devices in the world thanks to GrapheneOS.
Well, we have good news, it turns out that the Pixel 6, 7 and Fold will receive 2 more years of operating system updates.
These 2 generations were supposed to have 3 years of OS updates and 5 years of security updates, but they have equalized them to 5 in both cases.
Google itself claims that it will end 5 years after the device is released in the US.
Something that will make getting a phone with GrapheneOS even more accessible, as they are becoming increasingly cheaper.
As we already know, Google Pixels can become the most secure and private devices in the world thanks to GrapheneOS.
Well, we have good news, it turns out that the Pixel 6, 7 and Fold will receive 2 more years of operating system updates.
These 2 generations were supposed to have 3 years of OS updates and 5 years of security updates, but they have equalized them to 5 in both cases.
Google itself claims that it will end 5 years after the device is released in the US.
Something that will make getting a phone with GrapheneOS even more accessible, as they are becoming increasingly cheaper.
Could your coffee maker or microwave be spying on you?
Many smart devices in our homes are collecting excessive amounts of personal data beyond what’s needed for product functionality & sharing it with outside entities.
Read the article here: https://archive.ph/?run=1&url=https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/online-security/snooping-speakers-and-eavesdropping-airfryers-are-your-smart-devices-spying-on-you
Many smart devices in our homes are collecting excessive amounts of personal data beyond what’s needed for product functionality & sharing it with outside entities.
Read the article here: https://archive.ph/?run=1&url=https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/online-security/snooping-speakers-and-eavesdropping-airfryers-are-your-smart-devices-spying-on-you
Tor was originally designed for the US Navy for secure communication which was written in the popular ________ language having roughly 146,000 LOC (lines of code