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Clause 12 of the Personal Data Protection Bill, 2019 provides exemptions for the government and government agencies and Clause 35 exempts government agencies from the entire Act itself.

op-ed

Control rather than privacy

10 Jan 2022 00:15 IST

The committee steered clear of the main sticky points such as government access to private data.

national

Explained | Does data protection Bill have safeguards on privacy?

28 Nov 2021 04:21 IST

Complete dependence on a single firm’s server prevents users from being able to control how their private messages are being handled.

internet

Decentralising end-to-end encryption with a new security protocol

26 Nov 2021 14:42 IST

Director George Clooney arrives for a screening of the film "The Tender Bar" as part of the BFI London Film Festival, in London, Britain, October 10, 2021.

entertainment

George Clooney joins other Hollywood celebrities in requesting children’s privacy

05 Nov 2021 13:21 IST

editorial

A credible probe: On Supreme Court verdict on Pegasus row

28 Oct 2021 00:02 IST

Researchers at the university examined data sent by six variants of the Android operating software developed by Samsung, Xiaomi, Huawei, Realme, LineageOS and e/OS.

gadgets

Facebook, Microsoft, Google apps silently collect Android user data, study says

13 Oct 2021 18:31 IST

Thursday's draft measures describe in detail three categories of data - ordinary data, important data, and core data.

technology

China drafts new data measures, defines "core data"

30 Sep 2021 18:10 IST

internet

Under criticism, Facebook to highlight own positive research on Instagram and teens

30 Sep 2021 10:25 IST

internet

Explained | Why Facebook is holding off on kids’ Instagram

29 Sep 2021 10:50 IST

IoT cyberattacks have doubled during the first half of 2021, compared to last year.

internet

Apps of 16 popular smart home devices vulnerable to cyberattack, report says

28 Sep 2021 12:33 IST

Instagram said it would continue building on its parental supervision tools.

internet

Facebook puts Instagram Kids on hold amid criticism of planned app

27 Sep 2021 18:28 IST

internet

Google CEO sought to keep Incognito mode issues out of spotlight, lawsuit alleges

25 Sep 2021 10:48 IST

Several websites have adopted advanced security practices including the use of digital IDs.

internet

Over 85% people want to know how online services share personal information, survey finds

22 Sep 2021 17:26 IST

Idema did not rule out the possibility that WhatsApp could introduce in-app ads in the future.

technology

WhatsApp launches test of in-app business directory

16 Sep 2021 17:48 IST

The NATGRID has been envisaged as a robust mechanism to track suspects and prevent terrorist attacks with real-time data and access to classified information like immigration, banking, individual taxpayers, air and train travel. Representational illustration.

national

National Intelligence Grid to finally see light of day

12 Sep 2021 18:34 IST

national

More delays on Data Protection Bill as panel reopens debate

07 Sep 2021 20:56 IST

WhatsApp said the fine was out of proportion and it would appeal the decision.

internet

Irish watchdog fines WhatsApp $267M after EU privacy probe

02 Sep 2021 18:43 IST

Data privacy has become an increasingly important topic today, with users throwing light on the data collection practices of large technology companies including Facebook and Google.

internet

Google, Facebook privacy levels most concerning to users, Kaspersky says

02 Sep 2021 13:33 IST

lead

The ugly face of a crime-fighting move

25 Aug 2021 00:02 IST

The law is modelled after one of the world’s strictest online privacy protection laws — the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation.

technology

China passes tough new online privacy law

20 Aug 2021 09:43 IST

national

Pegasus | Centre’s affidavit in Supreme Court a ‘confession’, says Chidambaram

18 Aug 2021 10:39 IST

Even though Apple’s intention to combat child pornography is laudable, the company’s latest feature has come under strong criticism as the new feature could compromise the iPhone maker’s end-to-end encryption system.

internet

Explained | What is Apple’s new child safety feature and why is it criticised?

13 Aug 2021 18:03 IST

Last week's announcement is drawing heavier criticism from past outside supporters who say Apple is rejecting a history of well-marketed privacy fights.

internet

Apple's child protection features spark concern within its own ranks

13 Aug 2021 13:57 IST

Alice Wilkinson (7) adds a face mask to her character on the game 'Roblox' at her home in Manchester, as the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) continues.

internet

U.S. lawmakers urge major gaming companies to make child-friendly designs

11 Aug 2021 14:44 IST

national

Removed offending tweet by Rahul Gandhi, Twitter tells Delhi High Court

11 Aug 2021 12:19 IST

Facebook stopped accepting political ads a week before the 2020 U.S. presidential election to prevent election interference.

internet

Explained | Why Facebook cut access to NYU Ad Observatory researchers?

09 Aug 2021 17:18 IST

internet

WhatsApp chief says Apple’s new child safety feature “very concerning”

09 Aug 2021 14:37 IST

Zoombombing is where outsiders hijack Zoom meetings and display pornography, use racist language or post other disturbing content.

internet

Zoom reaches $85 million settlement over user privacy, ‘Zoombombing’

02 Aug 2021 10:06 IST

A man uses a mobile phone. File photo for representation.

international

Israel's NSO blocks some government clients from using its spyware over misuse claims: Report

31 Jul 2021 11:59 IST

Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Pralhad Joshi.

national

Opposition can seek clarification from minister on Pegasus issue: Pralhad Joshi

30 Jul 2021 16:31 IST

WhatsApp app is seen on a smartphone in this illustration. File

delhi

HC to hear in August pleas of Facebook WhatsApp challenging new IT Rules

30 Jul 2021 13:56 IST

technology

Keep those lips sealed! Tech companies can now read them

29 Jul 2021 16:45 IST

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alongwith opposition party MPs addressing the media outside the parliament house in New Delhi on Wednesday.

national

‘We are not going anywhere until Pegasus issue is discussed in Parliament’, says Rahul Gandhi

28 Jul 2021 14:46 IST

national

Pegasus spyware issue | PIL in Supreme Court seeks SIT probe

22 Jul 2021 11:56 IST

national

Pegasus would not have happened if intelligence agencies were held accountable: Manish Tewari

21 Jul 2021 14:13 IST

lead

Pegasus is India’s Watergate moment

21 Jul 2021 00:02 IST

editorial

Spy in hand: On Pegasus spyware issue

21 Jul 2021 00:02 IST

internet

Austrian activist Schrems’ Facebook complaint referred to EU court

20 Jul 2021 17:11 IST

other-states

Pegasus snooping row: Akhilesh Yadav terms it gross violation of privacy

20 Jul 2021 13:22 IST

Encrypting a photo of a sunflower (upper left) using Columbia Engineering researchers' Easy Secure Photos system results in three image files that contain data about the original photo's red (upper right), green (lower left), and blue (lower right) information.

technology

A new way to encrypt photos on the cloud

19 Jul 2021 12:24 IST

WhatsApp targeted in EU consumer complaints over privacy changes

12 Jul 2021 13:52 IST

Audio-editing software Audacity’s policy update raises privacy concerns

07 Jul 2021 13:45 IST

Didi says app takedown may hit revenue, other U.S.-listed Chinese firms probed

05 Jul 2021 18:56 IST

Firefox browser maker to allow users to share data with scientists for "better Internet"

30 Jun 2021 15:16 IST

How to stop Facebook from tracking your online activity

17 Jun 2021 12:41 IST

U.S. Supreme Court revives LinkedIn bid to shield personal data

15 Jun 2021 12:24 IST

U.K. competition watchdog secures Google commitments on third-party cookies

11 Jun 2021 19:26 IST

Musician T.M. Krishna moves Madras HC challenging constitutionality of latest IT Rules

10 Jun 2021 11:16 IST

WhatsApp is indulging in anti-user practices: Government

03 Jun 2021 11:56 IST

Top news of the day: Supreme Court seeks data on Centre’s COVID-19 vaccination drive; Commerce Minister asks industry to prepare for possible third COVID-19 wave, and more

02 Jun 2021 19:15 IST

Ending encryption: On enforcing traceability on popular messaging apps

01 Jun 2021 00:02 IST

Evidence of how little the judiciary has learnt

31 May 2021 00:02 IST

Explained | Why is WhatsApp opposed to traceability?

30 May 2021 03:30 IST

Nine-pin bowling aimed at free speech, privacy

28 May 2021 00:02 IST

Twitter defaming India, defying laws, says government

27 May 2021 20:10 IST

Top news of the day: Government says second COVID-19 wave is on the downswing; seven non-BJP-ruled States seek GST loss compensation, and more

27 May 2021 18:56 IST

Analysis | Supreme Court had cautioned government on invasion of individual privacy

27 May 2021 17:09 IST

Top news of the day: Cyclone Yaas weakens after pounding Odisha and Bengal coasts; as WhatsApp moves court, India says new IT rules do not violate privacy, and more

26 May 2021 19:37 IST

New IT rules | Centre accuses WhatsApp of attempt to stall norms

26 May 2021 18:44 IST

WhatsApp moves Delhi High Court against India’s new IT Rules

26 May 2021 09:22 IST

Turkey says WhatsApp will drop data collection update after probe

21 May 2021 17:56 IST

Explained | Why Instagram for kids is being criticised by lawmakers and child rights groups

20 May 2021 11:31 IST

Doosra app: Protecting the privacy of India’s COVID-19 volunteers

19 May 2021 17:44 IST

Tech firms have a moral duty to explain how their algorithms make decisions, study says

18 May 2021 14:16 IST

WhatsApp to offer end-to-end encryption on chat backups

18 May 2021 11:48 IST

WhatsApp installs fall over 40% as users download rival apps

17 May 2021 13:35 IST

Delhi HC seeks stand of Centre, Facebook and WhatsApp on plea against new privacy policy

17 May 2021 13:27 IST

Facebook faces prospect of 'devastating' data transfer ban after Irish ruling

17 May 2021 11:14 IST

Govt pro-actively looking for action on WhatsApp privacy rules issue: MeitY

14 May 2021 17:03 IST

German regulator bans Facebook from processing WhatsApp user data

12 May 2021 11:39 IST

Facebook bans Signal after highlighting Instagram’s ad-targeting practice

06 May 2021 17:42 IST

PIL against WhatsApp privacy policy: HC seeks Centre's stand

05 May 2021 11:37 IST

Encrypted chat app Signal alleges flaws in Cellebrite equipment

22 Apr 2021 17:36 IST

Facebook tweaks ad tools ahead of Apple's privacy changes

22 Apr 2021 12:18 IST

China-linked hackers used VPN flaw to target U.S. defense industry

21 Apr 2021 11:30 IST

Apple's new AirTags could factor into U.S. Senate antitrust hearing

21 Apr 2021 11:25 IST

Cyber agency asks Indian FB users to enhance account privacy after global data leak

20 Apr 2021 18:05 IST

It was important the complex science in ‘Coded Bias’ be distilled but have integrity, says director Shalini Kantayya

19 Apr 2021 15:08 IST

Turkey bans use of cryptocurrencies for payments

16 Apr 2021 14:04 IST

WhatsApp rival tests cryptocurrency payments in U.K.

07 Apr 2021 15:17 IST

Google's 'Teacher approved' apps mislead on kids' privacy, activists tell FTC

31 Mar 2021 18:22 IST

Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn share over 50% user data with third party firms, study says

24 Mar 2021 13:49 IST

Telegram’s new Clubhouse-like audio chatting feature

23 Mar 2021 15:08 IST

How Instagram’s new adult-blocking feature protects children?

18 Mar 2021 14:01 IST

Stick to code, Karnataka High Court tells media

10 Mar 2021 23:56 IST

WhatsApp may introduce self-destruct photos feature: Report

04 Mar 2021 16:01 IST

Telegram users get disappearing messages feature

25 Feb 2021 13:52 IST

What happens to your WhatsApp account after May 15

23 Feb 2021 14:03 IST

All about Powerplay, the new privacy-themed card game from India

23 Feb 2021 13:39 IST

Kidnap capital Mexico eyes biometric phone registry, sparking privacy fears

17 Feb 2021 12:24 IST

Telegram will ensure ads are ‘privacy conscious’, says founder Durov

12 Feb 2021 18:35 IST

EU countries agree joint stance ahead of WhatsApp, Skype privacy talks

11 Feb 2021 11:28 IST

Facebook faces new UK class action after data harvesting scandal

10 Feb 2021 11:39 IST

EU’s Vestager warns Apple to treat all apps equally amid privacy dispute

09 Feb 2021 13:04 IST

The uphill battle for India’s digital rights

08 Feb 2021 16:52 IST

Facebook's feud with Apple may dent ad revenue in 2021

04 Feb 2021 15:24 IST

Amazon says, 750% increase in government demands for customer information

04 Feb 2021 12:00 IST

Facebook to prompt users about personalised ads ahead of Apple privacy changes

02 Feb 2021 11:45 IST

Here’s how you can transfer WhatsApp chats to Telegram

01 Feb 2021 15:00 IST

Google to stop using Apple tool to track iPhone users, avoiding new pop-up warning

28 Jan 2021 11:53 IST

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