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Firefox's move to support privacy-preserving ads backfired.
https://news.itsfoss.com/firefox-ppa-ad/
Firefox's New Controversial Feature: Is it a problem?
The feature may be a necessary evil, but what do you think?Sourav Rudra (It's FOSS News)
+1 reason why you must stop using Chrome and, if possible, Chromium browsers
(Upd: link to a post in Fediverse with tech details https://fedi.simonwillison.net/@simon/112757810519145581)
(Upd 2: MS Edge seems to have this issue; #Vivaldi also has it but it can be disabled; Ungoogled Chromium doesn't have it at all)
#Privacy #Tech #Technology #Browser #Chrome #Chromium #Firefox #Google #BigTech
It turns out Google Chrome ships a default, hidden extension that allows code on `*.google.com` access to private APIs, including your current CPU usageYou can test it out by pasting the following into your Chrome DevTools console on any Google page:
chrome.runtime.sendMessage(
"nkeimhogjdpnpccoofpliimaahmaaome",
{ method: "cpu.getInfo" },
(response) => {
console.log(JSON.stringify(response, null, 2));
},
);More notes here: https://simonwillison.net/2024/Jul/9/hangout_servicesthunkjs/
hangout_services/thunk.js
It turns out Google Chrome (via Chromium) includes a default extension which makes extra services available to code running on the `*.google.com` domains - tweeted about today [by Luca Casonato](https://twitter.simonwillison.net
The wait is over! 🔥
https://news.itsfoss.com/docs-in-proton-drive/
Docs in Proton Drive is Here to Rival Google Docs
Docs make a debut in Proton Drive.Sourav Rudra (It's FOSS News)
Proton VPN has become more accessible!
https://news.itsfoss.com/protonvpn-no-account/
Yaay! You Don't Need an Account to Use Proton VPN's Free Plan on Android
It's easier to use Proton VPN now.Sourav Rudra (It's FOSS News)
one of many reasons for supporting this #FSFE campaign:
"Public Money? Public Code!"
https://publiccode.eu/en/
#FreeSoftware #FLOSS #FOSS #privacy
Public Money, Public Code
Public Money, Public Code - A campaign for releasing publicly financed software as Free Softwarepubliccode.eu
“netbeep: Chrome extension to play sounds on network requests, depending on request type and file size” by @combatwombat
🔗 https://github.com/combatwombat/netbeep?tab=readme-ov-file
> Chrome extension to play sounds on network requests depending on content type and domain. Higher pitch for bigger files.
Reminds me a lot of Tracker Beeper!
GitHub - combatwombat/netbeep: Chrome and Firefox extension to play sounds on network requests, depending on request type and file size.
Chrome and Firefox extension to play sounds on network requests, depending on request type and file size. - combatwombat/netbeepGitHub
Window's AI-powered Recall feature is an absolute train wreck.
https://news.itsfoss.com/microsofts-recall-ai-insecure/
Microsoft's Recall AI Declared Insecure by Expert Before Launch
Uh-Oh, Microsoft, it doesn't look like you will be able to earn user's trust with things like this.Sourav Rudra (It's FOSS News)
Get to know one of the experts elevating online privacy 🔐
Who do you want us to interview next? Any suggestions? 🤔
https://news.itsfoss.com/son-simplelogin-proton-interview/
From SimpleLogin to Proton: Son Nguyen's Journey to Protect Privacy
An interview with Son Nguyen, the genius behind SimpleLogin email alias, now working with Proton.Ankush Das (It's FOSS News)
You're missing out if you haven't tried the DDG browser yet! 😳
https://news.itsfoss.com/ddg-private-browser/
DDG Private Browser on Android is a Super Privacy Tool That You Didn't Know!
The super cool privacy tool for Android.Ankush Das (It's FOSS News)
Take control of which apps get internet access.
https://news.itsfoss.com/netguard/
A Powerful Open-Source Android App to Help You Block App's Internet Access
Take control of internet access on your Android device with this app.Ankush Das (It's FOSS News)
When will Nextcloud's release announcements #RegainControl of where their videos are hosted?
So far you've chosen to keep them silo'd off on a #proprietary, #centralized, non #privacy friendly #surveillance platform, ie #Google's #YouTube.
Is this what #Nextcloud / #NextcloudHub stands for?
So far, the repeated silence on this subject has spoken louder than any release announcement.
Does your public library use Overdrive/Libby for ebooks or audiobooks? ⚠️
In the US and Canada, the answer is probably yes. And you should speak to your library staff and commission about it.
Libby is now owned by a private equity firm & making sketchy changes: https://buttondown.email/ninelives/archive/the-coming-enshittification-of-public-libraries/
The latest development is that their overbroad privacy policy allows them to sell your borrowing history to advertisers: https://infosec.exchange/@longobord/112243098104196246
Thank you @karawynn and @longobord!
The Coming Enshittification of Public Libraries
Global investment vampires have positioned themselves to suck our libraries drybuttondown.email
Uh oh, Mozilla is not on the same page with Google on this!
https://news.itsfoss.com/mozilla-google-ads/
Mozilla Stands Against Google's New Advertising Tech
Google and privacy, relevant keywords, isn't that right?Sourav Rudra (It's FOSS News)
Tails 6.0 is here in an updated, more secure avatar.
https://news.itsfoss.com/tails-6-0-release/
Privacy-First Linux Distro Tails 6.0 Releases With Debian 12 Bookworm Base
Want to protect your privacy? Tails 6.0 should let you do that better.Sourav Rudra (It's FOSS News)
How awesome is Privacy International? Very awesome.
"We do not accept funding from corporations or governments because we believe that it would jeopardise the independence of our activities."
https://privacyinternational.org/about/financials
Warms the cockles of my heart. They set a high standard, and show that it can be met by an advocacy organization in the real world.
@privacyint@media.privacyinternational.org
@privacyint@mastodon.xyz
The next beta version of #Signal will be version 7.0.0.
There's a good reason for the round number. This will be the first version where usernames and phone number privacy are available outside of the staging environment.
From this version on, you'll be able to talk to people on Signal without revealing your phone number, and also, you may use Signal without revealing to people who have your number saved that you do.
This is huge.
https://github.com/signalapp/Signal-Android/compare/v6.47.4...v7.0.0
#Privacy #FOSS #OpenSource #PNP
Comparing v6.47.4...v7.0.0 · signalapp/Signal-Android
A private messenger for Android. Contribute to signalapp/Signal-Android development by creating an account on GitHub.GitHub
What is Tor and how does it advance human rights?
"Initiatives like Tor are so crucial to combatting today’s surveillance harms. Tor provides an alternate route to the web that allows people to benefit from open and free information without being forced to compromise their privacy."
Follow @torproject and please considering supporting here: https://donate.torproject.org/ #Privacy
What is Tor and how does it advance human rights? - Amnesty International
Our right to privacy and open information online is more at risk than ever before. Governments use spyware to target human rights defenders and block entire websites that talk about human rights.Amnesty International
Facebook Has New Unsavory Ways Its Tracking You
Very unsafe. I Ran Away From Facebook a Long Long Time Ago
#Facebook. #UnderTheHood #Gizmodo #Privacy
Meet ‘Link History,’ Facebook’s New Way to Track the Websites You Visit
Facebook introduces a confusing new setting as the walls close in on Zuckerberg’s data machine.Thomas Germain (Gizmodo)
"... the website loads in a special browser built into the app, rather than your phone’s default browser. In 2022, privacy researcher Felix Krause found that Meta injects special “keylogging” JavaScript onto the website you’re visiting that allows the company to monitor everything you type and tap on, including passwords. Other apps including TikTok do the same thing."
What the hell?? This is so creepy.
#Meta #JavaScript #Privacy #web #SocialMedia #News #Threads
https://gizmodo.com/meet-link-history-facebook-s-new-way-to-track-the-we-1851134018
Meet ‘Link History,’ Facebook’s New Way to Track the Websites You Visit
Facebook introduces a confusing new setting as the walls close in on Zuckerberg’s data machine.Thomas Germain (Gizmodo)
Join Michael, Ryan and Jill for an insightful conversation with Alexis Noetinger, COO at Murena, as he takes center stage in the latest episode of the @DestinationLinux podcast. In this engaging interview, Alexis delves into Murena’s vision and sheds light on the pro-privacy /e/OS. Tune in to discover more about Murena’s journey and gain insights into better protecting your digital privacy.
Watch the episode 👉 https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/destination-linux/dl-348/
@e_mydata @gael #opensourcre #privacy #smarpthone
348: Interview with Alexis Noetinger of Murena: /e/OS, Pro-Privacy Smartphones, Murena Cloud - Destination Linux - TuxDigital
On this episode of Destination Linux (348), we’re going to interview Alexis Noetinger, the COO of Murena. We talk about Murena's privacy respecting Sm...TuxDigital
Oh wow!
Our Reddit community has surpassed 40,000 members 🎉 ..closing in on the impressive 55,000 users in our forums.
Witnessing such substantial growth in our #privacy-focused community is inspiring!
Join the conversation on Reddit:
#NextcloudCommunity 🚀
Fed up with the “my way or the highway” attitude of mainstream social media?
You can go for one of these decentralized alternatives instead:
https://itsfoss.com/mainstream-social-media-alternaives/
11 Decentralized, Open Source Alternative Social Media Platforms
Tired of Big Tech prying on your data and invading your privacy? Here are some open source, decentralized alternate social platforms.Abhishek Prakash (It's FOSS)
Escape intrusive tracking by opting for one of these browsers:
https://itsfoss.com/privacy-web-browsers/
5 Most Privacy Focused Web Browsers
The best privacy-friendly web browsers that you can try!Ankush Das (It's FOSS)
Fractal 5 is a loaded release with some new features!
https://news.itsfoss.com/fractal-5/
Fractal 5: Linux Matrix Messaging App Level-Up with GTK 4 and Rust SDK
Matrix messaging app for GNOME gets an upgrade with GTK4, Rust SDK, and more.Sourav Rudra (It's FOSS News)
Now it's the best time of the year to be generous.
Benefit yourself and everyone else in need of true #privacy: until 31 December, every coin you give to @torproject
is worth double, thanks to "Friends of Tor" @joncallas @mattblaze @wseltzer.
Donate today! 🎄🧅
https://blog.torproject.org/friends-of-tor-match-2023/
Double your donation now! All gifts matched 1:1, up to $75,000 | Tor Project
Starting today through December 31, your donation to the Tor Project will be matched 1:1. That means that every donation, up to $75,000, will be doubled.blog.torproject.org
Thank you @TuxDigital for reviewing the @murena @WeAreFairphone 4 US! 🙏
https://tuxdigital.com/videos/dasgeek/youll-ditch-apple-for-this-device-fairphone-4-in-depth/
You'll Ditch Apple For This Device - Fairphone 4 In-Depth - DasGeek - TuxDigital
In this video we do a full review of the Fairphone 4 with e/OS. After spending weeks with this phone I'm ready to give you the good, the bad, and the ug...TuxDigital
Looking for storage or collaboration in the cloud that is Linux friendly?
Linuxstans has a bunch of options, highlighting Nextcloud as the best on-premises solution!
https://linuxstans.com/best-cloud-storage-linux/
Best Cloud Storage Services for Linux - Linux Stans
In this guide, we’ll compare the best cloud storage services for Linux. All cloud storage providers featured here have client apps and support available for…Linux Stans
Celebrating the Beauty of Open Source!
@techlore shares their experience at #NextcloudConf with a glowing review of the Nextcloud community.
Thanks for joining us Henry!
#dataownership #FOSS #privacy #security
Nextcloud 2023 Conference: Celebrating the Beauty of Open Source.
Nextcloud's 2023 conference bringing together open source contributors from all around the world to talk about data ownership, FOSS, privacy, security, Nextc...YouTube
Find out who you help when you support the @torproject, which is protecting the #privacy of millions of people:
https://blog.torproject.org/support-tor-project-share-your-story/
Who do you help when you support the Tor Project? | Tor Project
Today we’re highlighting just some of the stories Tor users have shared with us (explicitly, with consent) about how Tor makes a difference in their lives.blog.torproject.org
"I like to define #opensource as software that respects and enables the #sovereignty of each individual." @webmink gave a stunning keynote at the #NextcloudConference this year. You can watch it now!
https://nextcloud.com/blog/learn-more-about-keynote-speaker-simon-phipps/
Learn more about Keynote Speaker Simon Phipps! - Nextcloud
Learn more about Keynote Speaker Simon Phipps! Simon will be giving a keynote at the Nextcloud Conference in Berlin Sept. 16 & 17.Mikaela Schneider (Nextcloud)
Check these eye-opening “privacy audits” for many existing products, by the Mozilla foundation:
https://foundation.mozilla.org/en/privacynotincluded/#product-review
I feel like people are just giving up on their privacy these days… but we don’t have to! We should choose products that respect our privacy and support laws that protect it!