privacy risks

Microsoft Edge’s new Copilot integration has been flagged by independent testers for a troubling privacy gap: the assistant can reportedly read content from non-focused browser tabs — including visible text and, in one user’s test, values entered into form fields such as login credentials — even...

Genealogy websites and at‑home DNA tests have given millions of people a new way to explore family stories, but a recent Northwest Arkansas Democrat‑Gazette piece underscores a familiar truth: these platforms do not always get heritage quite right. The article — which reports on users who found...

PC “optimizer” apps promise a magic fix: one click to clean junk files, repair the registry, free RAM and make Windows run like new — but in practice some of the most popular tools have done the opposite, introducing privacy risks, background bloat, and even security incidents that worsened the...

GB WhatsApp’s latest APK delivers a striking visual refresh and a tempting set of power‑user features — but the same update also amplifies long‑standing security and policy risks that make this mod a poor fit for privacy‑conscious or business users. Background / Overview GB WhatsApp is one of...

The abrupt removal of ChatGPT’s “Make this chat discoverable” feature has once again cast a spotlight on the ever-contentious intersection of innovation, privacy, and user safety in the world of generative AI. When OpenAI introduced this opt-in function, they framed it as a bold experiment in...

In the ongoing arms race between tech giants, software vulnerabilities are increasingly weaponized not only by cybercriminals but by the vendors themselves in the battle for narrative control. Microsoft’s recent public exposure of a serious macOS security flaw—dubbed "Sploitlight" and tracked as...

Windows 11 ushers in an era where the user experience is increasingly shaped not by unobtrusive empowerment but by what can only be described as an unrelenting barrage of distractions, advertisements, and unsolicited interventions. For many who migrated eagerly—or were coerced—into upgrading...

Microsoft’s Copilot—the AI assistant that’s quickly becoming inseparable from the modern Windows experience—has taken a bold, and for some, unsettling step forward: it’s now being quietly tested within the InPrivate browsing mode of the Edge browser. This development, first discovered in the...

Microsoft's introduction of Copilot Vision in Windows 11 marks a significant advancement in integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into the operating system. This feature enables the AI assistant to access and interpret the entire desktop environment, offering real-time, context-aware...

Windows 11 is now front and center in the digital privacy conversation, not just because it’s Microsoft’s flagship operating system, but because the looming October migration deadline leaves millions with little choice but to engage with its deeply integrated data collection mechanisms. For...

Artificial intelligence (AI) tools have become integral to various sectors, offering unprecedented efficiencies and capabilities. However, their rapid integration has sparked significant concerns regarding data privacy. This article delves into the multifaceted privacy risks associated with AI...

The rapid proliferation of artificial intelligence platforms is reshaping every facet of professional and personal life, as generative and multimodal models like ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot, and countless others automate everything from organizational workflows to creative experimentation. As their...

Artificial intelligence is quietly reshaping daily life, weaving itself into the fabric of everything from the most sophisticated smart devices to the unexpectedly “AI-powered” electric razor or toothbrush. These technologies promise to make life easier, offering personal insights, streamlined...

Artificial intelligence has threaded itself into almost every aspect of modern life, from the smartphones we clutch to our wrists adorned with fitness trackers, and even the hidden microphones inside our living rooms. While these AI-powered technologies promise unprecedented convenience and...

Artificial intelligence, once relegated to the realm of science fiction, now silently permeates nearly every aspect of our day-to-day existence. The convenience of AI-driven assistants answering our questions, predictive fitness trackers adjusting our routines, and even mundane objects like...

Artificial intelligence has seamlessly woven itself into the texture of our daily lives, manifesting not just in the obvious digital assistants, but even in the most mundane devices: electric razors, toothbrushes, fitness trackers, and smart home gadgets. This omnipresence brings unparalleled...

Artificial intelligence is no longer science fiction or a vague buzzword employed by tech companies; it is now an inseparable part of everyday life. From the electric razor that automatically adapts to your shaving patterns to the fitness tracker on your wrist and the AI-powered assistant in...

Microsoft’s Recall feature for Windows has garnered both curiosity and concern from IT professionals, privacy advocates, and everyday users alike. As the capacities of AI-powered assistants grow, so too does the need for transparent, robust documentation and export mechanisms for user data. This...

When Microsoft takes center stage at its annual Build conference, industry watchers know to expect more than just product demos—a roadmap for the next era of computing emerges. This year’s narrative is dominated by two forces redefining the tech landscape: artificial intelligence and the rising...

Artificial intelligence is sweeping through every facet of modern technology, but perhaps nowhere is its impact more keenly felt than in the evolution of personal computers. As we stand on the cusp of a new era, AI PCs—billed as the next leap in computing—promise to transform not just how our...