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Chrome quietly ships 4GB on-device AI model Gemini Nano, prompting privacy concerns
technology12 days ago

Chrome quietly ships 4GB on-device AI model Gemini Nano, prompting privacy concerns

Google Chrome reportedly rolled out a 4GB on-device AI model called Gemini Nano to eligible desktops between late April and early May 2026 without user consent or a prompt. The model runs locally (not via Google servers) and can be removed by toggling off On-device AI or uninstalling Chrome, with specific steps for Mac and Windows to detect and delete the files. Google says the model will auto-uninstall if resources are insufficient and has introduced a setting to disable or remove it; privacy advocates warn the rollout could violate GDPR and raise concerns about transparency and user control.

via CNET|
#chrome#gdpr#gemini-nano
AI in ad tech leaves a cookie trail across the web
privacy1 month ago

AI in ad tech leaves a cookie trail across the web

The Register exposes a sprawling, cookie-heavy ad‑tech ecosystem driven by AI, listing dozens of vendors and the data they gather (IP addresses, device identifiers, precise locations, user profiles) with cookie durations spanning from days to years. While some vendors cite consent or legitimate interest, others rely on alternative storage or “no cookies,” underscoring the scale of online tracking and the resulting privacy and regulatory concerns.

via theregister.com|
#advertising-tech#cookies#data-collection
Star Citizen backlash as breach disclosure lands weeks late
gaming2 months ago

Star Citizen backlash as breach disclosure lands weeks late

Cloud Imperium Games revealed a data breach that exposed metadata, contact details, usernames, dates of birth, and names, but waited five weeks after the January 21 incident to inform players. CIG says no financial data or passwords were stolen and that it contained the breach, yet the delayed disclosure has sparked fury among players and raised GDPR-related concerns for a UK-based company amid a long-running, heavily invested community.

via Windows Central|
#cloud-imperium-games#cybersecurity#data-breach
Meta's AI glasses may expose private footage to overseas moderators
technology2 months ago

Meta's AI glasses may expose private footage to overseas moderators

Europe‑based users of Meta’s Ray‑Ban AI glasses may unintentionally share intimate videos and sensitive data with human moderators outside the bloc, as live AI annotation can involve reviewing captured footage. Svenska Dagbladet’s reporting cites Kenyan workers reviewing material—including nude scenes and credit‑card numbers—and notes Meta’s policies allow human review of such data. This raises GDPR transparency concerns, with Meta saying only that data is processed under its AI Terms and Privacy Policy; the company did not comment further.

via Engadget|
#ai#europe#gdpr
EU Faces Criticism Over Proposed Changes to Privacy and AI Regulations
privacy-and-data-protection6 months ago

EU Faces Criticism Over Proposed Changes to Privacy and AI Regulations

The EU Commission is drafting a controversial 'Omnibus' reform of the GDPR through a fast-track process, which critics argue would significantly weaken data protection principles, benefit big tech companies, and undermine fundamental rights, especially under the guise of 'simplification' and 'clarification.' The draft includes extensive changes such as narrowing the definition of personal data, limiting user rights, and facilitating AI training with personal data, raising concerns about legal validity and fundamental rights violations.

via noyb.eu|
#ai#eu-commission#gdpr
Meta Unveils AI-Enhanced Ray-Ban Glasses Across Europe
technology1 year ago

Meta Unveils AI-Enhanced Ray-Ban Glasses Across Europe

Meta has started rolling out AI features for its Ray-Ban Meta AR glasses in France, Italy, and Spain, allowing users to interact with Meta's AI assistant in their native languages. However, these features do not include the multimodal capabilities available in other regions. The rollout follows Meta's efforts to comply with European regulations, including the AI Act and GDPR, which have previously led to concerns and adjustments in their data training practices. Meta plans to expand these features to more European countries in the future.

via TechCrunch|
#ai#europe#gdpr
"Spain Temporarily Bans Worldcoin's Eye-Scanning Technology Over Privacy Concerns"
technology2 years ago

"Spain Temporarily Bans Worldcoin's Eye-Scanning Technology Over Privacy Concerns"

Spain's data protection authority has ordered Worldcoin to temporarily stop collecting and processing personal data in the country due to privacy concerns, using powers contained in the GDPR. The controversial blockchain crypto project, which scans eyeballs to create a unique identifier, has faced scrutiny from European privacy regulators and has been the subject of complaints related to data processing transparency, collection of data from minors, and withdrawal of consent. Worldcoin's regional rollout in several European markets, including Spain, has attracted attention from data protection authorities, with Spain taking unilateral action to protect local users. The company's DPO has accused the AEPD of spreading inaccurate claims and circumventing EU law, while the AEPD has ordered the immediate cessation of data processing to protect individuals' rights and freedoms.

via TechCrunch|
#biometric-data#data-protection#gdpr
"European Consumer Groups Accuse Meta of Massive, Illegal Data Processing"
technology2 years ago

"European Consumer Groups Accuse Meta of Massive, Illegal Data Processing"

European consumer groups have accused Meta, the owner of Facebook and Instagram, of engaging in "massive" and "illegal" data collection practices, filing complaints with national data protection authorities. They claim that Meta collects excessive user data, infringing on the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Meta disputes the allegations, stating that they comply with GDPR and have overhauled privacy practices. The complaints could lead to further legal action against Meta, which was fined €1.2 billion last year for GDPR violations. Additionally, the company's subscription service for ad-free versions of its platforms is criticized for offering an unfair choice and lack of transparency in data processing.

via CNN|
#data-privacy#facebook#gdpr
"EU Consumer Groups File Fresh Complaints Against Meta Over Data Practices"
technology2 years ago

"EU Consumer Groups File Fresh Complaints Against Meta Over Data Practices"

Meta's controversial "consent or pay" model in the EU, which requires users to agree to be tracked and profiled for ad targeting or pay for an ad-free subscription, has triggered complaints from consumer rights groups. The groups argue that Meta's model violates GDPR principles and is coercive, lacking transparency and a valid legal basis for processing personal data. The complaints could lead to penalties and enforcement action, potentially forcing Meta to reform its business model. The European Commission is also overseeing enforcement of Meta's compliance with newer regulations, and the company's consent choice is facing scrutiny from multiple avenues.

via TechCrunch|
#ad-targeting#consumer-rights#data-protection
"Privacy Concerns Arise as Vending Machine Error Exposes Facial Recognition Database at Canadian University"
technology2 years ago

"Privacy Concerns Arise as Vending Machine Error Exposes Facial Recognition Database at Canadian University"

A student at the University of Waterloo in Canada discovered that smart vending machines on campus were equipped with facial recognition technology, prompting the university to announce their removal. The vending machines, owned by Mars, were provided by Adaria Vending Services and manufactured by Invenda Group, both of which claimed that the technology does not store or transmit personal data and is GDPR compliant. This incident adds to the ongoing global tension surrounding the use of facial recognition technology on college campuses, with concerns about privacy and its impact on vulnerable individuals.

via Business Insider|
#facial-recognition#gdpr#privacy
Italian Regulator: OpenAI's ChatGPT Violates Privacy Laws
technology2 years ago

Italian Regulator: OpenAI's ChatGPT Violates Privacy Laws

Italy's Data Protection Authority has found that OpenAI's ChatGPT chatbot breaches data protection rules by collecting personal data and failing to implement age protections. The regulator is concerned about the mass collection of users' data used to train the algorithm and the potential exposure of younger users to inappropriate content. OpenAI has 30 days to respond, and under EU GDPR law, could face fines of up to 4% of its global turnover. Italy had previously blocked ChatGPT in March 2023, citing privacy concerns, but reinstated it after OpenAI addressed some issues.

via BBC.com|
#chatgpt#data-protection#gdpr