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FTC Advances Rulemaking to Curb Commercial Surveillance Practices

The Federal Trade Commission continues its rulemaking process to address harmful commercial surveillance and lax data security practices across the tech industry. This ongoing effort aims to establish strict new guidelines for how companies collect and handle consumer data.

Ukraine Relies on Clearview AI to Identify Russian Troops and Locate Abducted Children

Ukrainian government agencies use Clearview AI's facial recognition software to identify over 230,000 Russian soldiers and uncover collaborators. The technology also helps locate abducted children and verify citizens at checkpoints.

UK Law Targets Deepfake Creators with New Criminal Offences

The UK officially criminalises the creation of non-consensual intimate deepfake images, closing a previous legal loophole that only targeted distributors.

Google Unveils Camera-Free Home Hub to Rival Echo Show

Google introduces the Google Home Hub, a $149 smart display that intentionally omits a camera for enhanced privacy. The device features an adaptive screen and deep smart home integration, with retail availability starting October 22.

Over 150,000 Petitioners Demand Amazon Halt Police Facial Recognition Sales

A coalition of civil rights groups delivers more than 150,000 signatures to Amazon's headquarters, urging the company to stop selling its Rekognition face surveillance technology to police. The campaigners warn that the cheap, accessible tool enables dangerous mass tracking of everyday citizens.

#DeleteFacebook Movement Grows After Massive Data Harvesting Scandal

Social media users are abandoning Facebook in droves using the #DeleteFacebook hashtag after revelations that a data firm harvested personal information from 50 million people. The backlash intensifies as even WhatsApp co-founder Brian Acton publicly joins the protest.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Uses Oxford Semantic Tech for Personalized On-Device AI

Samsung integrates RDFox technology from Oxford Semantic Technologies into the new Galaxy S25 series to power hyper-personalized AI features. The knowledge graph tool drives the Personal Data Engine while keeping user information secure directly on the device.

Major AI Developers Secretly Train Models on YouTube Transcripts

An investigation reveals that tech giants like Apple and Nvidia are using transcribed YouTube videos to train AI models without creators' permission. This practice directly violates YouTube's own platform rules.

YouTube Allows Users to Request Removal of AI Deepfakes

YouTube introduces a new privacy request process that lets individuals ask for the removal of AI-generated deepfakes that mimic their face or voice. The updated policy shifts the platform's approach from merely labeling synthetic media to actively taking it down upon complaint.

European Union Officially Publishes Landmark AI Act With Staggered Deadlines

The EU officially publishes its AI Act in the Official Journal, triggering a phased rollout that begins with bans on certain AI systems in early 2025. Full compliance requirements for high-risk systems will not take effect until 2026 and 2027.

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Apple Unveils New Machine Learning and AI Tools for Developers at WWDC24

Apple introduces Apple Intelligence and enhanced machine learning frameworks that allow developers to build intuitive, privacy-focused AI features directly into their apps. The new WWDC24 guide provides comprehensive sessions and documentation to help creators integrate these advanced capabilities.

Microsoft Delays Recall Feature After Intense Privacy Backlash

Microsoft scales back the launch of its AI-powered Recall feature, restricting it to Windows Insider testers following severe security and privacy criticisms. The tool now requires extra authentication and switches off by default.