Understanding the Power Behind Modern Data

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Instructure hacker just claimed 280 million student records stolen from 8,800 schools nationwide

A hacker claims to have stolen 280 million student and staff records from nearly 9,000 schools using Instructure's education platform. Here's what we know.

Your Smart Home Devices Are Sharing Data With 40+ Companies

Smart home devices marketed as privacy-focused are quietly feeding user information to networks of data brokers, advertising companies, and analytics…

Health Apps Are Selling Your Data to Advertisers: FTC Investigation Results

A sweeping Federal Trade Commission investigation into health and fitness applications reveals that popular wellness platforms are routinely selling sensitive…

Schools Are Using AI Surveillance on Students: What Parents Need to Know

Educational institutions across the United States are quietly deploying artificial intelligence surveillance systems that monitor student behavior, emotions, and academic…

Connected Cars Are Sharing Your Driving Data With Insurance Companies

Your car knows how fast you drive, where you go, and when you brake hard. What you might not know…