Minister Clarifies Sanchar Saathi App's Data Access
Union Minister clarifies the Sanchar Saathi portal only accesses data of reported spam numbers, not all users. Read the full details on the privacy safeguards.
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Sisodia: Sanchar Saathi App is Data Theft, Assault on Privacy
AAP leader Manish Sisodia accuses Modi govt of assaulting privacy by 'forcibly' installing Sanchar Saathi app. He warns of surveillance & data theft. Read the full story.
Sanchar Saathi Preload Mandate Sparks Privacy Concerns
DoT's directive to preload Sanchar Saathi on all smartphones raises data access alarms. Experts and phone makers, including Apple, voice concerns over user control and permissions.
Courts Push Back Against Digital Surveillance Overreach
As law enforcement uses tech like location data & encryption backdoors to fight crime, courts globally defend privacy rights. India's laws face similar constitutional tests. Read more.
Sanchar Saathi App Mandate Triggers Privacy Concerns
The Indian government's directive for mandatory installation of the Sanchar Saathi cybersecurity app in all smartphones has ignited a major debate over user privacy and state surveillance. Read the full explainer.
Apple to resist Indian govt's mandatory app preload order
Apple refuses to comply with India's directive to preload Sanchar Saathi app on phones, citing privacy concerns. The order has sparked a political uproar over surveillance fears.
Apple to resist India's order to preload state-run app
Apple refuses to comply with India's order to preinstall the Sanchar Saathi app on iPhones, citing privacy and security concerns. The move sparks political outcry and surveillance fears.
Govt: Sanchar Saathi App Optional, Can Be Deleted
The government clarifies the Sanchar Saathi app is optional and can be deleted, amid opposition privacy concerns. Read the full story on the political row.
Govt Orders Pre-Installation of Sanchar Saathi App on Phones
The Indian government mandates smartphone makers to pre-install the Sanchar Saathi app for cybersecurity. Industry and privacy advocates express concerns. Read the full details.
Bengaluru AI Pothole Project Stalled Over Privacy
A Rs 3-crore AI camera project to detect potholes and garbage in Bengaluru stalls as senior GBA officials raise privacy concerns over vehicle tracking. Read details.
Govt Orders Mandatory Sanchar Saathi App on All Phones
Indian government mandates pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi app on all smartphones to curb IMEI tampering, raising privacy concerns. Major brands have 90 days to comply.
DoT's SIM-Binding Rule: Telcos Support, Users Worry
DoT's new directive mandates SIM-binding for WhatsApp, Telegram. COAI calls it a 'landmark step', but users fear privacy erosion and practical hurdles. Details inside.
India's DPDPA Rules: A Compliance Challenge
India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act Rules are now out, but businesses face a complex path to compliance. We explore the key hurdles, from consent to cross-border data flows.
Coupang Data Breach Impacts 33.7 Million Customers
South Korea's top e-commerce giant Coupang apologises after a massive data breach leaks personal details of 33.7 million users. Learn about the investigation and how to protect yourself.
Understanding India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2025
India's DPDP Act 2023 empowers citizens with data rights while establishing business obligations. Learn how this landmark legislation protects your digital privacy and transforms data governance.
Vahan Database Shows 117 Data Anomalies in Vehicle Records
NIC discovers 117 anomalies in Vahan database including 1,500 EVs registered before 1996. Government launches massive data cleansing exercise to identify operational vehicles and improve policy planning.
Telecom Operators Push Back Against DPDP Rules 2025
Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone Idea raise compliance concerns over India's new data privacy rules, citing issues with minor consent and duplicative reporting. Learn the industry's challenges.
TMC MP Questions EC Over Mysterious AI App in Bengal
TMC MP Saket Gokhale demands answers from Election Commission about mysterious AI application used during West Bengal polls. What data was collected?
OpenAI API User Data Exposed in Third-Party Breach
OpenAI confirms limited API user data exposed in Mixpanel security incident. No sensitive information compromised. Learn how to protect yourself from phishing attacks.
Google Clarifies: Gmail Data Not Used to Train Gemini AI
Google breaks its silence on claims that Gmail data trains Gemini AI. Get the full story on the debunked hoax and what Smart Features really do. Read now!
Brittany Mahomes on Security Fears & Privacy Loss
Brittany Mahomes opens up about the severe lack of privacy and security concerns that come with her husband Patrick Mahomes' fame. Discover the challenges faced by the star couple.
JNU students dismantle face recognition over privacy
JNU students dismantle controversial face recognition system citing privacy invasion. University administration faces backlash over surveillance concerns. Read full details.
Google Denies Gmail Data Used for Gemini AI Training
Google clarifies viral rumors about Gmail data being used to train Gemini AI. Learn the facts about AI training settings and how to protect your privacy. Stay informed!
OTT Platforms Rush Legal Teams for Data Privacy Rules
Indian OTT platforms are scrambling to build legal teams and compliance frameworks as the Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023 kicks in, with stricter rules for children-focused content and potential revenue impacts.
Google Responds to Viral AI Training Claims
Google addresses viral claims about Gmail data being used for AI training. Learn what the company confirmed and what it means for your privacy.
TPG invests $1bn in TCS data centre business
American PE giant TPG invests $1 billion in TCS's data centre subsidiary HyperVault AI. Tata Group executive Deepesh Nanda to lead the new AI infrastructure venture targeting 1GW capacity by 2031.
Zomato to Share Customer Phone Numbers with Restaurants
Zomato CEO announces new feature allowing restaurants to access customer phone numbers with consent. Learn about the privacy implications and terms of this controversial update.
MeitY: Address Digital Privacy at Engineering Level
A senior MeitY official states digital privacy must be solved via engineering, not user burden. Learn about India's push for Privacy-Enhancing Technologies.
WhatsApp Data Scrape: 75 Crore Indian Users Exposed
Security researchers scraped data of 75 crore WhatsApp users in India. Learn how to protect your privacy and what this means under new data protection laws.
Your Smart Gadgets Might Be Spying on You
Your TV, speakers, and cameras could be secretly collecting your data. Learn the subtle warning signs of spying devices and how to protect your privacy today.
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