The "Great Scrape" for AI training is a full-scale privacy war. It's not just about data collection—it's creating new security threats from deepfake scams to shadow data leaks. For security teams, it's an urgent operational reality. https://redteamnews.com/cyber-laws-regulations/a-i-and-the-great-scrape-recalibrating-privacy-for-the-age-of-automated-surveillance/

Iran's internet isn't just "returning"—it's being reshaped into a state-controlled privilege. A new analysis breaks down the tech behind the blackout and the tools citizens are using to fight back. https://redteamnews.com/threat-intelligence/irans-internet-blackout-a-technical-analysis-of-digital-isolation-and-circumvention/

Empire Market co-creator pleads guilty, revealing how a $430M dark web empire fell. A masterclass in OpSec failures and investigative tactics. https://redteamnews.com/threat-intelligence/empire-market-co-creators-guilty-plea-a-case-study-in-dark-web-marketplace-takedowns/

Amazon's accidental layoff email to AWS staff is more than an HR mistake. It's a case study in how internal communication failures create real security risks, mirroring stages of a cyber attack. A critical read for security teams.

Court ruling reveals Anthropic bought & shredded millions of books to train its AI, calling it "fair use." A legal but ethically charged precedent for how AI companies hunt for data. https://redteamnews.com/cyber-laws-regulations/anthropics-destructive-book-scanning-operation-a-legal-precedent-for-ai-data-acquisition/

Historic trials are underway against Meta, TikTok, and YouTube. Juries will decide if addictive platform designs directly harmed young users' mental health. A pivotal moment for tech accountability. https://redteamnews.com/cyber-laws-regulations/social-media-platforms-face-unprecedented-jury-trials-over-youth-mental-health-and-safety/

AI pioneer Yann LeCun says the industry's obsession with LLMs is a dead end for true intelligence. He's leaving Meta to pursue a different path. What does this mean for the future of AI? https://redteamnews.com/news/ai-at-a-crossroads-lecuns-departure-and-the-technical-debate-over-llms-as-a-path-to-true-intelligence/

New AI health tools from OpenAI & Anthropic are a security & privacy minefield. They're inconsistent, not HIPAA compliant, and create a dangerous new target for your most sensitive data. A must-read for tech leaders. https://redteamnews.com/news/ai-health-analysis-tools-a-security-and-privacy-risk-assessment-for-technical-leaders/

Gamers are forcing a major reckoning in the video game industry. Backlash over AI, game preservation, and high prices is leading to canceled projects and a crisis of trust. The player base is now a powerful stakeholder. https://redteamnews.com/news/the-gamer-revolt-how-consumer-backlash-is-forcing-a-reckoning-in-the-video-game-industry/

A major legal case is pushing for a UK-wide smartphone ban in schools, arguing current policy fails to protect kids from online harms during the day. Teens and parents are now part of the challenge. https://redteamnews.com/cyber-laws-regulations/legal-challenge-seeks-nationwide-smartphone-ban-in-uk-schools-to-mitigate-online-harms/

The AI race is shifting. Major US companies like Pinterest and Airbnb are now using Chinese AI models, citing 90% lower costs and better performance. It's a quiet but significant market-driven change. https://redteamnews.com/threat-intelligence/the-quiet-shift-how-chinese-ai-models-are-gaining-enterprise-adoption/

Hybrid work is causing a hidden crisis: a surge in AD password resets that's draining IT and creating dangerous security gaps. Your standard password reset might not actually revoke access. New blog post explains why and what to do. https://redteamnews.com/blue-team/hybrid-works-hidden-tax-the-surge-in-ad-password-resets-and-its-security-implications/

OpenAI is now using AI to guess if ChatGPT users are under 18. If it thinks you are, you'll face stricter filters. Adults misclassified must verify with a selfie or ID. A big move for safety, with privacy trade-offs. https://redteamnews.com/news/openais-age-prediction-system-security-privacy-and-operational-implications/

OpenAI is introducing ads to ChatGPT for free and new lower-cost tiers. This major shift to a revenue-focused model brings new security and privacy considerations for professionals. Learn what it means for your data and enterprise use. https://redteamnews.com/threat-intelligence/openais-strategic-pivot-ads-new-tiers-and-the-security-implications-of-commercial-ai/

Google Chrome now lets you turn off the on-device AI that detects scams. It's a big new privacy control, but think twice before disabling this powerful protection layer. https://redteamnews.com/blue-team/google-chrome-introduces-user-control-over-on-device-ai-for-scam-detection/

Google's Gemini just got personal. Its new "Personal Intelligence" beta can connect to your Gmail, Photos & more. A powerful new AI assistant, but what does it mean for your privacy and security? Here's a technical breakdown. https://redteamnews.com/threat-intelligence/googles-personal-intelligence-beta-a-technical-and-security-analysis-of-geminis-data-integration/

Starlink is becoming a tool in global politics. As Iran faces an internet blackout, the tech offers a lifeline but raises huge security questions for users. A deep dive into the risks and realities. https://redteamnews.com/threat-intelligence/starlink-as-a-geopolitical-tool-technical-and-security-implications-of-satellite-internet-in-iran/

California just banned a data broker for selling sensitive health info and launched a new tool, DROP, to delete your data from all brokers in one go. A major step for privacy. https://redteamnews.com/cyber-laws-regulations/california-enforces-delete-act-data-broker-banned-drop-platform-launches/

Ireland recalls 13,000 passports due to a software update glitch that omitted a key code. A real-world lesson in how a tiny digital flaw can cause major physical disruption and travel chaos. https://redteamnews.com/news/technical-analysis-irish-passport-recall-highlights-systemic-software-supply-chain-risks/

Microsoft gives IT admins a new Group Policy to remove the consumer Copilot app from managed Windows 11 devices. It's part of a bigger push for enterprise AI governance and control. https://redteamnews.com/blue-team/microsoft-introduces-granular-control-for-it-admins-to-uninstall-consumer-copilot-app/