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Privacy law raises complications of verifying parent identity
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7m ago
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The draft rules of India's Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, require parents to verify their identity when children use online platforms, raising concerns about potential burdens on companies and privacy issues. The framework suggests using tokenized data or government IDs for verification, but the rules lack definitions for key terms. Critics highlight possible data sharing and verifiability complications, with further consultations needed to balance companies' responsibilities and safeguard minors online effectively.
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Three years on, Meta brings back facial recognition for selective use
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9m ago
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Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, is reintroducing facial recognition technology after a three-year hiatus due to privacy concerns. The company plans to roll out the technology slowly and selectively for purposes like verifying identities and preventing fraud. The use of facial data will be vetted internally and will only be used for scam verification. Users will have the option to opt out of the program, and the data will not be used for any other purposes. Legal experts have stated that Meta's approach is compliant with Indian law, but there is a need for comprehensive data protection regulations.
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DuckDuckGo launches a new subscription to bundle VPN and identity theft protection
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1y ago
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DuckDuckGo has launched a new subscription service called Privacy Pro, which includes a VPN service, personal information removal, and identity theft restoration. The plan costs $9.99 per month or $99 per year and is currently only available in the US. The VPN protects users' identity and browsing history while the personal information removal service scans and removes details from data broker sites. The identity theft restoration feature helps users recover from any identity-related losses. DuckDuckGo maintains no logs of user activity and assigns a random ID to ensure privacy.
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Vitalik Buterin has reservations about Sam Altman’s World project | TechCrunch
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1m ago
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Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has expressed concerns over the privacy risks of the digital identification system proposed by Sam Altman's World project, previously known as Worldcoin. The project uses eye scans and blockchain-based identity verification to differentiate humans from AI agents. While it employs zero-knowledge proofs to protect anonymity, Buterin argues that the system risks enforcing a unified public identity, potentially compromising privacy. He advocates for a "pluralistic identity" approach, avoiding single authority dominance.
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Revolutionizing Data Privacy in India: The Role of Consent-Driven Digital Identity
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9m ago
Medial
The podcast episode discusses the role of consent-driven digital identity in revolutionizing data privacy in India. As data privacy regulations become stricter, there is a growing need for secure and decentralized identity management solutions. The guests, Mani James and Glenn Gore, provide insights into the strategic opportunities for businesses in sectors like BFSI, retail, and healthcare. They emphasize the importance of proactive data protection for thriving in India's evolving digital economy. Affinidi is highlighted as a pioneer in secure and decentralized identity solutions.
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BlokID Raises US$1.25M in Seed Funding
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1y ago
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Vietnamese blockchain developer, BlokID, has successfully closed a seed funding round, raising $1.25 million. The funding was led by Ascend Vietnam Ventures and AppWorks. BlokID aims to develop privacy protection solutions for the digital advertising industry using blockchain technology. The funds will be used to accelerate product development, focus on user acquisition, and expand into new markets. The company plans to launch by Q2 2024 and introduce features such as Google Analytics plug-ins and Financial Identity to enhance user privacy and security.
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TikTok disputes US claims on China ties in court appeal
Economic Times
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11m ago
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TikTok has urged a federal appeals court to overturn a law requiring ByteDance, TikTok's Chinese parent company, to sell its US assets or face a ban. TikTok argues that the US Department of Justice has made factual errors by misstating the app's ties to China. The law, signed by President Biden in April, gives ByteDance until January 19 to divest from TikTok. The case will be heard by the appeals court on September 16, making it a significant issue in the final weeks of the presidential election. Congress passed the law due to concerns about national security and data privacy.
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TikTok, ByteDance sue to block US law seeking sale or ban of app
Economic Times
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1y ago
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TikTok and parent company ByteDance have filed a lawsuit in the US federal court to block a law signed by President Biden that requires the divestment of the app or a ban on its use. The companies argue that the law violates the US Constitution's free speech protections and that divestiture is not possible. The law was passed due to concerns about data privacy and security amid fears that China could access information on American users. The lawsuit contends that TikTok has implemented measures to protect user data and offers a shutdown option to the US government if necessary.
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Texas sues TikTok for violating children's privacy
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10m ago
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- Texas Attorney General filed a lawsuit against TikTok, accusing the social media platform of violating children's privacy and state law. - The lawsuit seeks an injunction and civil penalties of up to $10,000 for each violation of the state's SCOPE Act. - TikTok is accused of sharing children's personal information without consent from parents or legal guardians. - Texas Attorney General claims that TikTok does not provide sufficient tools to restrict children's privacy and account settings. - The lawsuit also alleges that TikTok allows targeted advertising to children. - TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, is based in China.
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More than 50 US lawmakers, 21 states back US DOJ in TikTok lawsuit
Economic Times
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1y ago
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A group of 21 states and over 50 U.S. lawmakers are supporting the Justice Department in its defense of a law that requires TikTok's Chinese parent company, ByteDance, to sell its U.S. assets or face a ban. The lawmakers argue that TikTok poses a threat to national security and consumer privacy due to its ties to China. Meanwhile, TikTok and ByteDance, along with TikTok creators, have filed lawsuits to block the law. The fate of TikTok will be determined by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia in September. The law was passed with bipartisan support to protect national security concerns.
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Age-gating rules apply to all firms under data law
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
The recent data law in India mandates companies to verify the age of minors and obtain parental consent, causing concerns among telcos, banks, and ecommerce companies. This age verification requirement applies to all companies, not just social media platforms. The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 stipulates that personal data of children and persons with disabilities can only be processed with the consent of their parent or guardian. Companies are seeking guidance on implementing age verification mechanisms and determining whom to ask for consent. The process of establishing age, parental identity, and their relationship remains unclear.
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