Privacy
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Information privacy is an aspect of data security that means protecting and proper handling of information. It includes determining what data can be shared with third parties and how it is legally collected. One can apply data privacy in multiple ways, such as data masking, encryption, and authentication. Privacy protection is crucial nowadays as it helps keep people who want to exploit your private data away from it.
WhatsApp Can Now Automatically Silence Calls from Unknown Numbers
One of the key additions is the option to silence calls from unknown numbers. Users can now enable this feature in the privacy settings, which will mute incoming calls from unfamiliar numbers.
Google Delays AI Chatbot Bard's EU Launch Over Privacy Concerns
The Irish Data Protection Commission (IDPC), the primary regulatory body overseeing data in the EU, has demanded more information from Google regarding how the generative AI chatbot safeguards privacy before granting approval for its launch.
WhatsApp's New Chat Lock Feature Lets You Lock and Hide Sensitive Chats
The new feature called Chat Lock allows users to keep individual conversations more private by locking them and placing them in specialized folders that are only accessible via biometrics or by entering a phone's password.
Usernames Are Coming to WhatsApp Soon to Enhance Privacy and Ease of Use
Today, connecting with someone on WhatsApp requires sharing phone numbers, which could sometimes lead to privacy concerns. However, with the introduction of usernames, users can add contacts and initiate conversations without exchanging phone numbers.
Google's Update on Inactive Account Policies: Empowering Users to Manage Digital Afterlife
This update, designed to safeguard user data and empower individuals to manage their digital presence even after their lifetime, promises more clarity and control over the treatment of inactive accounts.
Apple and Google Unite to Fortify User Privacy: A Stride Towards Industry Standards Against Unwanted Tracking
The forthcoming industry specification, built based on this cooperative effort, will ensure that consumers can trust the technology they use daily. Users can expect significant changes in how their data is managed, with a noticeable increase in transparency and control.
WhatsApp Introduced New Privacy Updates and Launched a Windows Native App
WhatsApp users can silently leave group chats without letting every participant know. Another privacy-focused feature will let WhatsApp users choose who can and cannot see when they're online.
