Stolen ‘Beckileaks’ emails dating from 2013 for which hackers demanded €1m are ‘doctored’ and ‘out of context’, say Beckham’s supporters
Are you watching your TV or is your TV watching you?
TV maker Vizio pays $2.2m after collecting data about 11m customers without their consent
Lego builds social network that should be safe for kids
Experts welcome Lego’s decision not to allow free text or avatars for young users
Gamers lose suit over retention of biometric faceprints
Judge dismisses basketball siblings’ suit, saying concerns about retention are ‘not concrete enough’
News in brief: Czech minister’s emails attacked; Dutch fear election hacking; Facebook extends connections
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Pacemaker data used to help indict alleged arsonist
As more connected devices find their way into our lives, how much can the authorities rely on them for evidence if we are accused of a crime?
Do I have to hand over bank and social media details at the US border?
Your right to decline to share privacy-busting details with border agents depend on your visa, and with checks stepping up, it makes sense to find out before you travel
News in brief: Witcher user details stolen; email chain generated 500m messages; Russians face treason charges
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Trump’s immigration move sparks fears for Privacy Shield protections
Executive order restricting immigration may also have hit Privacy Shield provisions – or perhaps not. The jury is still out
Sex club for women exposes members’ private photographs
Poorly configured website left photos available online – we offer tips on how to protect your privacy when you sign up to sensitive sites