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 […]
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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’ […]
US Senators announce new plans to reduce contaminants in baby food
A group of U.S. Senators is working on a new bill to reduce the levels of heavy metals found in baby food. The bill, named […]
The rising burden of housing and childcare costs for consumers
As inflation continues to affect consumers’ monthly bills, more people have had to adjust their budgets and spending habits, with some people unable to pay […]
Food & Beverage: Five regulatory development trends in 2024
After coming under pressure from consumers, regulations in the Food & Beverage sector are changing rapidly – and they are having a considerable impact on […]
How the FTC and Congress plan to deal with shrinkflation
With inflation and rising living costs affecting more consumers, the issue of ‘shrinkflation’ is becoming a growing concern for shoppers. However, both the FTC and […]
Methylene chloride ban announced by the EPA over cancer risks
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a ban on methylene chloride in products for most of its current uses, including as a paint stripper […]