humanrights
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Flo Period-Tracking App Releases ‘Anonymous Mode,’ but Users Should Still Be Cautious
Period tracking app Flo is hoping its newly released “Anonymous Mode” will give users the confidence to continue using their product even as state law enforcement authorities around the country appear increasingly interested in soliciting data from apps to prosecute alleged abortion seekers. Privacy experts speaking with Gizmodo welcomed Flo’s update but warned it still…
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U.S. FTC Accuses Data Broker of Letting Anyone Track Millions of Americans for Free
The Federal Trade Commission announced a lawsuit Monday against a major data broker, accusing it of offering services that allow for the tracking of Americans at sensitive locations, such as addiction clinics or domestic violence shelters.
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San Diego Citizens Wrest Control of Surveillance Tech Away From Police
San Diego is joining a growing list of cities taking official action against the unregulated use of emergent police surveillance technologies.