Surveillance Report SR205: Bluesky posts scraped to train AI, IVPN buys Safing, and the FBI encourages encrypted messaging
Dec 10, 2024
This discussion dives into the controversial scraping of Bluesky posts for AI training. The recent acquisition of Safing by IVPN catches attention, as does the FBI's push for encrypted messaging in a world wary of cybercrime. The need for better data privacy is underscored with concerns about social media practices, data breaches, and the introduction of new regulatory measures. Additionally, advancements in browser privacy and the significance of encryption highlight the ongoing battle against online surveillance.
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BlueSky Data Scraping
- Remember that BlueSky is a public, social media platform.
- Assume anything posted, even briefly, is permanently available online.
Data Broker Data Exposure
- Data broker SL Data Services exposed sensitive personal and criminal data.
- The exposed data included background checks, records, and even details of sexual misconduct.
Bologna FC Data Breach
- The Bologna Football Club confirmed a data breach after a ransomware attack.
- Leaked data includes contracts, financial records, player data, and fan information.