What Interoperability in Healthcare Really Means for Security and Privacy
Healthcare interoperability improves care but expands attack surfaces, increasing data exposure, compliance risk, and security challenges across connected systems.
Privacy
3D Printer Surveillance
New York is contemplating a bill that adds surveillance to 3D printers:
New York’s 20262027 executive budget bill (S.9005 / A.10005) includes language that should alarm every maker, educator, and small manufacturer in the state. Buried in Part C is a provision requiring all 3D printers sold or delivered in New York to include “blocking technology.” This is defined as software or firmware that scans every print file through a “firearms blueprint detection algorithm” and refuses to print anything it flags as a potential firearm or firearm component…
Waikiki Drone Plan Sparks Privacy Pushback
Hawaii plans to use “first responder” drones in Waikiki to reach crime scenes and emergencies faster, and privacy advocates are sounding the alarm.
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Google Search introduces new ways to remove sensitive personal information and explicit images
Google expanded its “Results about you” tool to give users more control over sensitive personal information and added a way to request removal of non-consensual explicit images from Search. Manage and limit sensitive personal information in Search User…
Most Engagement Data Is Compromised and That’s a Major Security Problem
Most engagement data is compromised by bots and spoofing. Datavault AI treats engagement as a security problem, verifying real human actions at the source.
Pride Month Phishing Targets Employees via Trusted Email Services
Attackers are using Pride Month themed phishing emails to target employees worldwide, abusing trusted email platforms like SendGrid to harvest credentials.
Hackers Use Signal QR Codes to Spy on Military and Political Leaders
Hackers are using Signal QR codes and fake support scams to spy on military and political leaders, German security agencies warn.
OpenAI updates Europe privacy policy, adding new data categories
OpenAI has updated its Europe-facing privacy policy following the November 2024 EU revision, clarifying scope, expanding coverage, and detailing user controls. The updated document is longer, with dedicated sections for data controls and practical reso…
Bithumb Mistakenly Sends 620,000 Bitcoin ($40B) to Customer Accounts
A system error at Bithumb sent 620,000 Bitcoin worth about $40B to hundreds of users during a promotion, briefly disrupting prices and drawing scrutiny.
Firefox Will Give Users an AI Kill Switch for Better Privacy
Not everyone wants AI in their browser. Firefox 148 is introducing easy toggles to disable chatbots and AI tab grouping. Discover how Mozilla is prioritising user choice and privacy in its latest 2026 update.