May 9, 2018
Why is Google backing a messaging service without adequate privacy protections?
Google will be using a new text message standard to create a new messaging service. Problem is, the new standard is not end-to-end encrypted.
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Mar 22, 2018  WTF? Say 50 million Facebook usersPenney Kome Facebook is just the latest and most sophisticated medium to sell our eyes and attention to advertisers. There's a new media saying that crops up over and over again, a variation on "buyer beware." |
 We must protect our digital rights and democracy3 Minute Action Open Media is raising the alarm about a few international threats |
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Jun 1, 2017  NAFTA renegotiation could undermine Canada's digital freedomsThere are a number of concerns that come along with a renegotiation of NAFTA. Canadians enjoy stronger digital rights protections than their U.S. counterparts -- policies that could be placed at risk. |
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May 3, 2017  The RCMP's admission that it spies on our cellphones is long overdue, but leaves important questions unansweredFinally. After years of obfuscation, the RCMP have admitted they are using invasive surveillance devices known as IMSI-catchers or Stingrays to spy on Canadians' cellphones. |
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Jan 2, 2017  Why 2017 will be a make-or-break year for Internet freedom2017 is here, and it's clear it will be a make-or-break year for Internet freedom. Let's take a look at some of the big challenges ahead. |
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Dec 15, 2016  2016 marked a year of self-discovery and grand change for technologyrabble staff A lot shifted in 2016 -- our perception of who we are, what we share, how smart we want our devices to be, and what truth and news really are. It was a little like waking up in a Black Mirror episode. |
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Dec 14, 2016  The year in technology: Change is good-ishA lot shifted in 2016 -- our perception of who we are, what we share, how smart we want our devices to be, and what truth and news really are. It was a little like waking up in a Black Mirror episode. |
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Mar 2, 2016  What the heck is a Stingray? And what does it have to do with my privacy?A growing concern in the privacy world, the surveillance device nicknamed a "Stingray" is an invasive technology that threatens to undermine the privacy of anyone with a cell phone. |
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Dec 23, 2015  Digital promises and progress: The year in techLately it seems like each year in technology offers more promise than delivery. But, this year we did get progress in some areas -- remarkable, almost magical, progress. |
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Nov 26, 2015  RCMP pushing for warrantless access to our subscriber info. Again.Laura Tribe The RCMP should not violate Canadians' privacy rights and apply for a warrant to access Canadians' personal information. |
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Nov 18, 2015  After Paris, now comes the assault on privacyHaving our eyes and hearts opened by the heinous attacks in Paris shouldn't also blind us to the more covert attacks on our civil liberties that may come as a second wave assault. |
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Aug 5, 2015  Bill C-51: Stephen Harper, Anonymous and the Joker's gambitWhat can popular culture tell us about Bill C-51 and the world another Harper government would usher in? The number 1 lesson is that we can't give in to fear. |
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Jul 23, 2015 Watch: How can Canadians restore their privacy rights?OpenMedia.ca worked with 125,000 Canadians to shape a positive crowdsourced plan to repeal Bill C-51 and restore our privacy rights. Learn more at https://PrivacyPlan.ca |
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Jul 1, 2015  Let's work to stop the crackdown on domain privacyDavid Christopher How do you feel about your personal contact information being available on the Internet? Large media conglomerates could undermine the privacy of almost anyone who purchases a domain name. |
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Apr 2, 2015  The government won't be able to ignore thisEva Prkachin We're going to make sure Bill C-51 gets scrapped. Join our Thunderclap to lend a hand. |
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Mar 18, 2015  I am the 1%: How tech nerds can save the worldI line up for smartphones on launch day. I listen to gadget podcasts. I know the speed of my SSD drive. I am the one per cent. That is‚ the one per cent of people who are tech nerds. |
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Feb 3, 2015  What will it take to address Canada's privacy deficit?A perfect storm of spy agency surveillance, privacy-undermining legislation, and lax privacy safeguards at government departments sparked concern from citizens right across the political spectrum. |
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Jan 28, 2015  This International Data Privacy Day, protect what you hold dearThomas Saczkowski On January 28, International Data Privacy Day, it is imperative that those residing and visiting Canada understand the surveillance being used by Canadian governments and corporations. |
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Jan 5, 2015  In 2015, the stakes could not be higher for Internet freedomWhen it comes to 2015, there's a lot in store -- it's shaping up to be a pivotal year for digital rights and Internet freedom. Let's look at just some of the key challenges we face. |
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Dec 18, 2014  Playing Secret Santa this year? Why not try Crypto Santa?Bob Chandler Here's a fun way to learn about how Internet anonymity tools like the Tor Project work! |
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Jul 15, 2014  Defending Canada's anti-spam law: Consumer protection and privacy law in disguiseMichael Geist Some may still disagree with the policy rationale or the privacy balance struck by CASL. However, what should be obvious to all is that the law is about far more than just harmful spam. |
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Jul 14, 2014  Defending Canada's anti-spam law: Why spam is still problemMichael Geist Michael Geist comes to the defence of Canada's new anti-spam legislation. He argues in part one of this feature that spam is still a problem, and the new law will help. |
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Jul 7, 2014  Why the secrecy on the TPP talks this week?Michael Geist While other trade agreements occupy a prominent place in the government's accomplishment list, the Trans-Pacific Partnership remains largely hidden from view. Why? |
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