T-Mobile breach fallout — it's time to decide who deserves your business By Paul Wagenseil published 22 August 21 If you care about your personal data, you shouldn't do business with companies that do a lousy job of protecting it.
Data leaks aren't 'breaches' — but they're still screwing over users By Melanie Ensign published 18 April 21 Facebook, LinkedIn and Clubhouse deny blame for recent data leaks because of how the data got out. They should never be trusted again, writes our guest commenter.
Facebook smart glasses could have facial recognition — here’s why that’s a terrible idea By Tom Pritchard published 2 March 21 Facebook's smart glasses may have facial recognition cameras, which is just the absolute worst possible idea.
Apple developer says iOS is adware — and he's right By Jesus Diaz published 18 February 20 iOS is packed with ads, a never-ending, ever-present stream of calls to join Apple’s own services and buy its products
The real reason Trump and Barr are trying to shame Apple By Jesus Diaz published 16 January 20 There are plenty of tools that allow the FBI to access Apple's phones — even the latest 'super-secure' iPhone 11. So what's really going on?
We’re not rescinding our recommendation of Ring’s cameras. Here’s why By Mike Prospero published 24 December 19 Ring’s security isn’t as bad as it seems
UPDATED: Homeland Security no longer wants to scan your face at airports By Paul Wagenseil published 5 December 19 U.S. citizens will continue to be able to avoid facial-recognition kiosks when entering and exiting the country.
Apple Lashes Out Against Google Over iPhone Hack Report — And They’re Wrong By Paul Wagenseil published 6 September 19 Apple said Google's report on iPhone website hacks 'stoked fear,' but its response just makes Apple look worse.
Mass iPhone Hack Is Huge Wake-Up Call for Apple By Paul Wagenseil published 30 August 19 The mass hacking of iPhones means iOS seems a lot less safe today — but that will make iOS safer in the long run.
Of Course iPhone Apps Spy on You: Here's What to Do About It By Paul Wagenseil published 31 May 19 It shouldn't be news that iPhone apps spy on you. That's how they make money. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do about it.
If Facebook Wants Our Trust, Mark Zuckerberg Must Resign By Philip Michaels published 28 April 19 Privacy figures to be a big topic of discussion at the upcoming Facebook F8 conference. But does Facebook have any credibility left after so many public blunders?
Asus' Epic Fail Shows How Not to Handle Security Issues By Paul Wagenseil published 26 March 19 Asus' security woes are partly of its own making. The company's lame response is a lesson in how to fail in dealing with security fails.
Passwords Aren't Dead — You're Just Using Them Wrong By Paul Wagenseil published 11 January 19 Because there's no better way to authenticate ourselves, passwords won't die anytime soon. But there are smarter ways to use them.
Why I Deleted My Facebook Account (And How I Did It) By Henry T. Casey published 3 November 18 After years of saying I'd delete my Facebook account, I finally did it. Here's what set me off.
Apple Blocking Telegram Updates? Try These Apps Instead By Paul Wagenseil published 31 May 18 Apple has been accused of bowing to Russian government pressure regarding the Telegram messaging app, but you shouldn't use the app anyway.
Is That Facebook TV Ad Heartfelt or Hogwash? Our Staffers Weigh In By Paul Wagenseil, Tom's Guide, Business.com and Space.com staffers published 1 May 18 Facebook is running a new TV ad to win back its users' trust. Judging by the reactions of our staffers, Facebook has a long way to go.
I'm Glad Facebook Is Reading Your Instant Messages By Paul Wagenseil published 5 April 18 Facebook admits it's scanning, and even reading, instant messages that may contain malicious or objectionable content. That's a good thing.
Why Facebook's New Scandal Is the Worst of All By Paul Wagenseil published 27 March 18 Forget Cambridge Analytica. The latest Facebook scandal is worse.
Facebook Is Working Like It's Supposed To (And That's the Real Scandal) By Paul Wagenseil published 21 March 18 The Facebook/Cambridge Analytica scandal shouldn't be any surprise. Sharing data about millions of its users is exactly how Facebook works.
Kaspersky Needs to Come Clean About Russia Spying Accusations By Paul Wagenseil published 11 October 17 New allegations about Kaspersky Lab spying for Russia could sink the antivirus company -- unless it comes clean about everything.
Can You Trust Cheap Chinese Phones with Your Privacy? By Paul Wagenseil published 9 August 17 Some lesser-known Chinese smartphone makers have come under fire for potentially compromising users' private info. Here's what you need to know.
4 Pieces of Personal Info You Need to Protect at All Costs By Paul Wagenseil published 23 June 17 The severity of a data breach depends on what kind of personal information is revealed. Here's what you should, and shouldn't, worry about.
Apple Isn't Being Honest About Terrorist's iPhone By Paul Wagenseil published 17 February 16 Apple says it's been ordered to 'backdoor' the San Bernardino shooter's iPhone. That's not quite true, and it's important to understand why.
We Should Applaud Spotify's New Privacy Policy (Op-Ed) By Paul Wagenseil published 21 August 15 There's nothing wrong with Spotify asking its users for permission to do something.
Angry How Facebook Uses Your Data? Here's What to Do By Paul Wagenseil published 30 June 14 Anyone outraged that Facebook let researchers conduct sociological experiments on users should read the fine print.
