India's telecom ministry mandates pre-installation of the 'Sanchar Saathi' cybersecurity app on all new smartphones, raising significant privacy concerns. Read more about the implications for users and manufacturers.
A North Korean couple was publicly executed for alleged economic crimes. Hundreds, including children, were forced to watch. Read more on this shocking act of state control.
Groundbreaking 'mind captioning' AI translates brain activity into precise sentences using MRI scans. Could revolutionise communication for stroke survivors but raises serious privacy concerns.
Tax authorities face legal crisis as experts reveal HMRC likely violated privacy laws by unlawfully collecting personal data to halt child benefit payments to thousands of families.
A UK landlord faces severe backlash after being discovered rifling through a tenant's personal belongings, including underwear drawers, raising serious concerns about tenant rights and privacy violations in rental properties.
Court records reveal Facebook provided private messages from a North Carolina murder investigation, raising serious questions about digital privacy and law enforcement access to personal data.
In an era obsessed with policing language, we're facing a more fundamental threat: the erosion of our ability to think freely and critically before we even speak.
Discover the meticulous methodology behind The Independent's VPN testing process - from speed analysis to security protocols and real-world performance assessments.
Shocking new research reveals Instagram's covert data collection practices, tracking user activity even when the app is closed. Discover the privacy implications for millions of UK users.
A Texas hospital director faces serious legal action after covert cameras were discovered in patient and staff bathrooms, sparking a major privacy scandal and lawsuits.
A leading cybersecurity expert reveals the most common and dangerous privacy mistake people make online, exposing them to fraud and identity theft. Discover the simple steps you can take to protect yourself today.
Groundbreaking research from the University of Bath uses EEG to translate thoughts into text, promising a revolution in communication for paralysis and stroke patients.
A shocking exposé from the University of Michigan reveals how private investigators, hired by Donald Trump's company, engaged in extensive surveillance of his own employees, allies, and journalists, raising grave concerns over privacy and power.
Thames Valley Police pays substantial compensation to Graham Smith, a charity volunteer falsely arrested for praying silently in his mind near an abortion facility, in a landmark case for freedom of thought.
Singer Peter Andre expresses outrage after intimate family photos are leaked without consent, sparking a privacy debate.
A popular male-only dating app has suffered a significant data breach, exposing private chats and sensitive user information. Cybersecurity experts warn of potential blackmail risks.
NHS Fife has admitted to violating legal guidelines after permitting a transgender doctor to use female changing facilities, sparking debate over privacy and equality policies.
Peter Andre has expressed his outrage after intimate family photos were shared without his consent, calling the breach 'a total violation of privacy'.
South Korea’s top court has overturned a law requiring YouTube creators to use real names, marking a victory for digital privacy and free expression.
A recent investigation uncovers how Israeli authorities reportedly exploited Microsoft technology for surveillance on Palestinians, raising serious privacy and human rights concerns.
Russian authorities escalate crackdown on popular messaging apps, citing national security risks over data sharing with foreign entities.
Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick faces backlash after suggesting the BBC's 'Thought for the Day' segment should focus on British values rather than refugee issues, sparking accusations of xenophobia.
Discover why Gen Z is embracing location-sharing apps like Find My Friends, turning real-time tracking into a cultural phenomenon and what it means for privacy.
Experts warn that the rapid expansion of facial recognition technology in the UK could undermine civil liberties and democratic freedoms. Is Big Brother watching you?
UK police are using mobile facial recognition vans to scan public areas, raising alarms over privacy and civil liberties. Critics warn of 'Orwellian' surveillance.
The UK tax authority is using artificial intelligence to monitor bank transactions in a bid to crack down on tax evasion. Here's how it affects you.
The UK government is set to expand the use of live facial recognition technology nationwide as part of a sweeping reform of neighbourhood policing, raising both security hopes and privacy concerns.
A federal judge has ruled in favour of Donald Trump, preventing the Department of Justice from sifting through sensitive financial records of Americans in its investigation. The decision marks a significant win for the former president.
Texas has filed a lawsuit against Google, accusing the tech giant of illegally collecting biometric data from YouTube users without consent. The case could have major implications for digital privacy laws.
Exclusive CCTV footage from Birmingham Crown Court, showing a violent altercation, was leaked to the press, raising serious concerns over privacy and legal protocols.