Privacy and Information Security news stories affecting Canada and the Fediverse.
Google has been updating its Android OS with beefier anti-theft and security features. Last year, Google also rolled out a system service to Android devices called Android System SafetyCore. A…
There is immense power in being in control of your own data. As ownership and governance of apps and online services consolidate, it’s understandable if you want to consider your…
Citing national security concerns, the federal government has ordered TikTok to shutter its Canadian operations — but users will still be able to access the popular video app. Innovation Minister…
Female health monitoring apps are putting women at risk by “coercing” them into disclosing – and then poorly handling – highly sensitive data, according to new research. “While female health…
Emerging apps use AI to guess when you’ll be sad. Can they also help you feel better? If you have a sore throat, you can get tested for a host…
Rob Ford gets stern letter from Ontario Privacy Commissioner about destroyed records. http://t.co/Xb2XDcVWBi -> Leaky Apps Raise Privacy Concerns in This Week’s Dangerous Android Apps. http://t.co/NlPUqFNNeZ -> Bar groups rally…