A report alleges that LinkedIn uses hidden JavaScript to scan users’ browsers for installed extensions, particularly those that compete with its own sales tools, and uses this data to pressure users to switch to LinkedIn’s products. While the company confirms it scans for extensions, it claims this is done to prevent violations of its terms of service and to protect user privacy, refuting the accusations as a smear campaign by a developer who lost a German court case. The report, published by Fairlinked e.V., claims LinkedIn harvests corporate information and customer lists without user knowledge, a practice confirmed by independent testing which also revealed the collection of extensive browser and device data.
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Microsoft’s recent debacle with the controversial Windows 11 feature that constantly takes screenshots of your PC’s screen has left many users, including myself, feeling a bit unsettled. The rollercoaster ride of announcing, backlash, and backpedaling on this invasive feature is nothing new when it comes to Microsoft. However, the fact that it was initially planned to be ON by default is alarming to say the least.
Even though Microsoft has now made it opt-in, the question remains – why does this feature even exist in the first place? The potential for exploitation by hackers, spies, or even abusive parties is a major concern.… Continue reading
As an attorney, I understand the importance of privacy and confidentiality, especially when it comes to personal data. So, when I came across the news of an attorney who saw her library reading habits reflected in mobile ads, it struck a chord with me. The idea of my private reading preferences being exposed to advertisers without my consent is unsettling, to say the least.
In today’s digital age, where our every move online is being tracked and monitored for targeted advertising, it’s concerning to see just how integrated our personal data has become. The concept of “listening” to our conversations or tracking our browsing habits goes beyond what many of us would consider acceptable.… Continue reading
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