Consumers can't read, understand or use information in companies' privacy policies. So they end up less informed and less protected than they'd like to be. New research shows a better way.
When smartphone apps get permission to access your location or other activity, they often share that data with other companies that can compile digital profiles on users.
Who’s giving you advice?
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When we think about Google and health, we usually think about patients searching online for health information. But you may be surprised to hear that doctors Google you.
Tor’s improvements can help users stay private and anonymous online.
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The Tor Project is upgrading its protections for internet users' privacy and anonymity. A scholar and volunteer member of the nonprofit effort explains what's changing and why.
The backlash against the Census suggests the Australian Bureau of Statistics didn't do enough to convince Australians it needed to collect their private information or that it'd be kept safe.
Twitter users caught up in any emergency situation are usually quick to share their experience with followers. That information can be useful to authorities.
Your data is as important as who gets to see it.
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