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knoppixknoppix95
2025-11-16

Firefox 145 improves privacy, profiles, PDF commenting, and image search 🛡️

But Perplexity AI now lives in the address bar, raising questions about data collection, transparency, and user control 🤖

Opt-in AI remains controversial; community scrutiny is growing ⚖️

@mozilla

🔗 theregister.com/2025/11/12/fir

knoppixknoppix95
2025-11-16

Firefox outlines a new opt-in “AI Window,” aiming for user control while critics push for stronger tools to keep AI out. 🧭

Community threads highlight concerns over data use, performance, and unwanted automation. 🔍
Debate continues over how browsers should balance AI with transparency and user choice. ⚖️

@mozilla

🔗 theregister.com/2025/11/13/fir

knoppixknoppix95
2025-11-16

The EU’s revised “Chat Control 2.0” revives mass private-message scanning under new risk mitigation language, raising major concerns for encrypted chats and user autonomy 🔐

Critics warn it could enable client-side scanning, broad text/metadata analysis, and age-ID mandates that erode anonymity 🕵️

Resistance remains strong

🔗 reclaimthenet.org/the-disguise

knoppixknoppix95
2025-11-16

Android 16 QPR1 source code is finally live on AOSP after a 2-month delay 📘

The release opens access to features like Material 3 Expressive and Desktop Mode, enabling custom ROMs to rebase and advance their work 🔧
Questions remain about why Google held the code back 🤔

🔗 androidauthority.com/android-1

knoppixknoppix95
2025-11-16

X’s security-key switchover to the x.com domain is causing lockouts as some users get stuck in re-enrollment loops 🔐

Passkeys tied to twitter.com can’t transfer, forcing manual setup — and raising concerns about reliability during major domain shifts ⚠️
Public frustration continues 🤔

🔗 techcrunch.com/2025/11/12/elon

knoppixknoppix95
2025-11-16

Google plans a new “advanced flow” to let experienced users install unverified apps, easing recent restrictions while keeping clear risk warnings 📱

The update aims to protect users yet preserve sideloading options, though hurdles remain for smaller developers 🔐
Reactions so far are cautious 🤔

🔗 androidauthority.com/android-p

knoppixknoppix95
2025-11-14

The EU is considering easing GDPR rules to “support” AI development — including broader use of sensitive data and looser cookie tracking. 🇪🇺🔍

That may help industry move faster, but it also risks shrinking user protections at a moment when data misuse is already widespread. 🧩

How do you feel about this shift? 💭

@EUCommission

🔗 siliconangle.com/2025/11/10/eu

knoppixknoppix95
2025-11-14

GNOME 50 fully drops its native X11 session, completing a long shift to Wayland after decades. 🐧🔄

X11 apps still run via XWayland, but distros, extensions, and tooling tied to Xorg will need to adapt as GNOME focuses on scaling, HDR, and modern input workflows. 🧩

Good move or trouble for your X11 apps and workflow? 💭

@gnome

🔗 linuxiac.com/gnome-50-ends-the

knoppixknoppix95
2025-11-14

Louvre investigators say the surveillance system’s password was reportedly just “Louvre,” raising fresh concerns after the $102M jewel heist. 🏛️🔒

Officials cite camera blind spots, underinvestment, and a 7-minute break-in; several suspects are charged, but at least one thief and the jewels remain missing. 🧩

🔗 abcnews.go.com/International/p

knoppixknoppix95
2025-11-14

Microsoft is adding a screen-capture prevention option to Teams Premium 🖥️🔒

From late Nov 2025, organizers can block screenshots and recordings on Windows and Android, though unsupported platforms fall back to audio-only. 🧩

Useful for sensitive meetings, but limits remain since cameras can still capture screens. 💭

🔗 bleepingcomputer.com/news/micr

knoppixknoppix95
2025-11-14

Tails 7.2 is out 🐧🔒

It updates Tor Browser (15.0.1), Thunderbird (140.4.0), and the Linux kernel (6.12.57), removes Root Console, and fixes unwanted telemetry connections for better privacy. 🛠️

Upgrades keep Persistent Storage; fresh installs erase it. 📦

@tails
@torproject

🔗 blog.torproject.org/new-releas

knoppixknoppix95
2025-11-13

Italy will require age checks for adult sites 🇮🇹🔒

From Nov 12, users must verify age via certified third parties (banks, telcos, etc.) issuing anonymous access codes. Porn sites see only if users are 18+, not who they are. 🧩

Meant to protect minors, the plan raises privacy and data handling concerns. 💭

🔗 engadget.com/cybersecurity/ita

knoppixknoppix95
2025-11-13

Lawmakers in Wisconsin & Michigan are pushing bills that could ban VPNs under new “age verification” rules. 🧾

Critics warn this move misunderstands how VPNs work, risks mass surveillance, and threatens digital privacy for everyone — from journalists to students to abuse survivors. 🔒

🔗 eff.org/deeplinks/2025/11/lawm

knoppixknoppix95
2025-11-13

Nitrux 5.0.0 marks a major shift in design & philosophy. 💻
Now Wayland-only with Hyprland, immutable root (NX Overlayroot), and custom app delivery via NX AppHub + AppBoxes. 🔒
Systemd, KDE Plasma & VM support are gone — a deliberate move favoring control. ⚙️

A bold stance on user freedom & system integrity, though not for all setups. 🧭

🔗 itsfoss.com/news/nitrux-5-rele

knoppixknoppix95
2025-11-13

A new U.S. bill aims to close health privacy gaps left outside HIPAA. 🏥

Sen. Bill Cassidy’s proposal would require apps & smartwatches to disclose how they collect and share users’ health data. 📱
A step toward accountability in the booming health tech space. ⚖️

🔗 therecord.media/health-privacy

knoppixknoppix95
2025-11-13

A new investigation finds the location data of EU officials in Brussels being sold by data brokers. 📍

Reporters identified multiple senior staff using “anonymous” phone data — showing how easily individuals can be re-identified. 🔒
Privacy protections still lag behind data trade realities. ⚖️

🔗 politico.eu/article/eu-officia

knoppixknoppix95
2025-11-13

Chrome can now autofill your passport, driver’s license, and vehicle registration details. 🪪

Google says it’s encrypted and opt-in, but storing sensitive IDs in a browser still raises privacy questions. 🔒
Convenience grows — yet so does reliance on data-hungry platforms. ⚖️

🔗 techcrunch.com/2025/11/03/chro

knoppixknoppix95
2025-11-13

Tinder is testing “Chemistry,” an AI feature that—with consent—scans users’ Camera Roll photos to learn their interests and personality. 🤖

While the feature is opt-in, it deepens data collection by the dating app. 🔒
Another example of AI innovation putting privacy second. ⚖️

🔗 techcrunch.com/2025/11/05/tind

knoppixknoppix95
2025-11-12

Mozilla rolls out new anti-fingerprinting defenses in Firefox 145 🦊
Phase 2 protections reduce user trackability to just 20% 🔒 — limiting data like fonts, CPU cores, and screen size.

Initially in Private & ETP Strict modes, full rollout to follow. 🌐

@mozilla

🔗 bleepingcomputer.com/news/secu

knoppixknoppix95
2025-11-12

Windows 11 now supports 3rd-party passkey managers 🔐

Users can store and manage passkeys with 1Password & Bitwarden directly through Windows, thanks to a new passkey API. 🧩

The move boosts passwordless security, choice, and interoperability for all. 🌍

@1password
@bitwarden

🔗 bleepingcomputer.com/news/secu

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