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23andMe suffers a data breach with over a million customer records leaked, emphasizing the importance of robust cybersecurity measures.
Surveillance technology in US schools, including cameras and facial recognition, is not effective in improving student safety and may have adverse effects, highlighting the need for alternative approaches like mental health counselors and better access control.
Deep dives
23andMe Data Breach
The genetics firm 23andMe has confirmed a data breach caused by a credential stuffing attack. One million records, particularly of Ashkenazi people, have been leaked, including names, usernames, profile photos, genetic ancestry results, and more.
Multiple Data Breaches
Several companies, including the Washington DC Board of Elections, Sony, Motel One, Cloud computing provider BlackBOD, and MGM Resorts, have all experienced data breaches impacting customer data. The stolen information includes voter data, personal details of employees, customer contact information, payment details, and more.
Surveillance in Schools
A report by the ACLU reveals that surveillance technology in US schools, including cameras, facial recognition, and communication monitoring, does not improve student safety and can have harmful effects, such as discouraging reporting of dangerous behavior. The report recommends focusing on proven techniques, like mental health counselors and better access control, to enhance student safety.
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