Drug-resistant flu variant identified by the CDC
While bird flu continues to dominate headlines, the more prevalent type of influenza has recently flown under the radar. However, a new study from the […]
Articles by Liz Daunton
Bank employees fired after using technology to fake working from home
In 2022, Wells Fargo, a major US banking institution, introduced a hybrid flexible working model allowing employees to work from home part-time. However, the company […]
Which states are considering age verification for internet users?
Some US states have recently announced that there could be tighter restrictions to limit underage internet users from accessing social media and adult content websites. […]
Consumer group proposes new rules to remove medical bills credit reports
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has introduced a new rule aimed at removing medical debt from most credit reports. It would also provide more […]
FDA recommends restrictions on raw milk amid bird flu concerns
As the H5N1 bird flu virus continues to spread among dairy cattle, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is urging states to increase measures […]
Are fertility tracking apps doing enough to protect users’ privacy?
Many women use health apps to track their periods, ovulation cycles, and sexual activity. However, a recent study has uncovered inconsistencies and contradictory data privacy […]
Millions of Ticketmaster customers could be affected by data hacking
Live Nation, the owner of Ticketmaster, has confirmed “unauthorised activity” in its database after hackers claimed to have stolen the personal details of 560 million […]
Apple releases the results of its new study into tinnitus
Apple and the University of Michigan have now released the preliminary findings from their Apple Hearing Study, focusing on tinnitus, the persistent ringing in the […]
UK watchdog starts investigation into Microsoft AI’s screenshot feature
The UK data watchdog is investigating a new Microsoft feature that takes frequent screenshots of users’ laptops. The feature, called Recall, will be available exclusively […]
FTC fines wireless service providers for tracking consumers
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has levied a collective $200 million fine against the country’s largest wireless service providers—T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T, and Sprint—for mishandling consumers’ […]