Smart TVs as data octopuses: tracking via HDMI content
Modern smart TVs have developed into real data octopuses. A new study by researchers from the US, UK and Spain reveals how Samsung and LG TVs use extensive surveillance functions. These smart TVs not only analyze image content, but...
Microsoft Cloud: Authorities dependent despite data protection risks
German authorities continue to rely on Microsoft 365 despite data protection concerns. The question of GDPR compliance remains open, while companies and authorities are heavily dependent on non-European IT providers. This applies in particular to software and...
NRW surveillance law alarms data protection officers
The new NRW surveillance law on data protection is causing an uproar. Data protection officers are concerned about the planned changes. The draft law provides for extended powers for the police and authorities. This raises questions about the protection of privacy....
Bluesky records growth after X changes
The social media landscape is currently experiencing an exciting development. Bluesky, an up-and-coming Twitter alternative, is experiencing remarkable user growth. The reason? Controversial changes at X, the former Twitter. Bluesky was able to grow in a single...
23andMe: Genetic data is retained despite account deletion
The US genetic analysis start-up 23andMe is facing major challenges. The company was rocked by a data scandal when cyber criminals stole the data of almost seven million users. The consequences were serious: a class action lawsuit ended in a settlement,...
reCaptcha and GDPR: What companies need to know
The use of Google reCAPTCHA raises many questions about GDPR compliance. Owned by Google since 2009, this service has become a popular tool for online security. reCAPTCHA distinguishes between human and automated users...
Copying identity cards: Violation of data protection?
The issue of copying ID cards Data protection is of great importance in Germany. Until 2010, the copying of ID cards was prohibited by law. With the amendment to the ID card law, holders were allowed to make copies themselves. However, the...
Focus on economy tickets: data protectionists criticize
Deutsche Bahn is being criticized for its discount tickets. Data protectionists criticize the practice of data collection and the possible exclusion of certain customer groups. Criticism of the saver price tickets data protection is primarily directed at the mandatory...
Legal dispute settled: Federal Cartel Office and Meta reach agreement
The Bundeskartellamt Meta legal dispute that has kept the world of competition law in suspense is finally over. After years of intense disputes, the German Federal Cartel Office and social media giant Meta have reached an agreement. The conflict, which began in 2019,...
Biometric data and ethics: focus on data protection
In the digital era, ethics in the handling of biometric data is becoming increasingly important. Companies are faced with the challenge of safeguarding personal data protection rights while at the same time using innovative technologies. The biometric...
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