Millions of Chrome users quietly added to Google’s FLoC pilot
Google promised that its third-party cookie replacement—called FLoC—will preserve user privacy. Its trial calls that into question.
ACCESS Act might improve data privacy through interoperability
Data privacy is back in Congressional lawmakers’ sights, as proposed legislation called the ACCESS Act focuses not on data collection, storage, and selling, but on the idea that Americans should be able to easily pack up their data and take it to a competing service. But will this actually protect privacy?
Growing rate of robocalls threatens user privacy
Robocalls aren’t just a nuisance—they’re a threat to personal data and privacy. And they’re on the rise. Learn which new tactics scammers are using and how to protect against them.
Nextdoor neighborhood app sends letters on its users’ behalf
The Nextdoor neighborhood app sends out snail mail letters to neighbors on behalf of its users. Is this a scam—or an ill-conceived marketing plan?
Apple iOS 13 will better protect user privacy, but more could be done
Apple’s newest iOS features provide simple, easy-to-use options that can leave users more informed and more in control of their online privacy. But privacy experts agreed: Apple can—and should—go further.
The updated top six data privacy takeaways for users
Laws, loopholes, lax enforcement—data privacy shouldn’t be so complicated. These six takeaways can help users protect their data privacy.
The top six takeaways for corporate data privacy compliance
Here are Labs’ top six takeaways from our data privacy and cybersecurity law series on corporate data privacy compliance. From emerging startups to burgeoning enterprises, these rules help not just with legal liability, but also user trust.
