Privacy

Does age of smartphone also mean loss of privacy?

The researchers developed an Android application called Smart-Spaces to collect information for the study.

Apr 19, 2016, 09:10 AM IST

Good news! Now, your private communication on WhatsApp is fully protected

The Facebook-owned mobile application with one billion users worldwide made the announcement following weeks of intense debate over efforts by US authorities to compel Apple to help break into an encrypted iPhone.

Apr 06, 2016, 09:20 AM IST

Apple, US govt to face off in court over iPhone privacy

The US government and Apple will face off in court on Tuesday in a closely-watched case that could have wide-reaching implications on digital security and privacy.

Mar 21, 2016, 09:36 AM IST

'Aadhaar enabled e-KYC can save Rs 10,000 cr over next 5 yrs'

Aadhaar enabled e-KYC process could save over Rs 10,000 crore for banks and telecom operators over the next five years, says a survey. According to a recent study by MicroSave, a development consulting firm, using Aadhaar enabled e-KYC process for customer acquisition, could be highly beneficial for banks and telecom operators in India.

Mar 19, 2016, 12:42 PM IST

When it comes to privacy, people are info-egoists!

Do you value your friends' private information on social media as much as your own? Most likely not, says a new study, suggesting that when it comes to their privacy, people are info-egoists.

Dec 16, 2015, 20:07 PM IST

When it comes to privacy, people are info-egoists!

Do you value your friends' private information on social media as much as your own? Most likely not, says a new study, suggesting that when it comes to their privacy, people are info-egoists.

Dec 16, 2015, 20:07 PM IST

Apps that you download can leak personal information

Popular apps downloaded from Google Play could compromise your security and privacy, says a study.

Dec 05, 2015, 00:21 AM IST

High-tech Barbie stokes privacy fears

The new Barbie doll is "intelligent" and connected. Too connected for some privacy activists.

Dec 01, 2015, 02:44 AM IST

Encryption policy: Govt trying to restrict internet freedom?

The department of electronics and information technology (DeitY) recently released the draft of the National Encryption Policy seeking methods of data encryption of data and communications used by

Sep 22, 2015, 19:36 PM IST

Encryption policy: Govt trying to restrict internet freedom?- Part II

The department of electronics and information technology (DeitY) recently released the draft of the National Encryption Policy seeking methods of data encryption of data and communications used by

Sep 22, 2015, 19:35 PM IST

The Draft National Encryption Policy: The good, the bad and the downright ugly

The department of electronics and information technology (DeitY) recently released the draft of the National Encryption Policy seeking methods of data encryption of data and communications used by the government, businesses, and even citizens.

Sep 22, 2015, 19:10 PM IST

Deleting WhatsApp messages could become illegal under India’s new encryption policy!

Indian government has formulated a new policy to ensure that its law enforcement agencies have easy access to encrypted information. But with this, your sense of privacy and security will remain at stake.

Sep 21, 2015, 19:17 PM IST

Google increases user privacy controls

Google increased privacy controls for users and rolled out a website on Monday that answers frequently asked questions in response to increasing concern over how the search giant collects and uses its massive amounts of data.

Jun 01, 2015, 18:57 PM IST