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Engineer Calls for Transparent Tech Design Standards
Acts of Kindness3d ago

Engineer Calls for Transparent Tech Design Standards

A systems engineer argues we need to openly acknowledge and regulate how technology shapes our behavior. By naming "social engineering" honestly, we can protect users from manipulation while harnessing design for good.

IEEE Spectrum2 min read
3 Million Dating Photos Deleted After Privacy Victory
SolutionsApr 21

3 Million Dating Photos Deleted After Privacy Victory

Following an FTC investigation, AI company Clarifai deleted 3 million dating profile photos and the facial recognition models trained on them. The move marks a rare accountability win for user privacy in the tech industry.

TechCrunch2 min read
Ring Ends Police Surveillance Deal After User Backlash
SolutionsFeb 13

Ring Ends Police Surveillance Deal After User Backlash

Ring has canceled its controversial partnership with police surveillance company Flock Safety, choosing to prioritize user privacy concerns over law enforcement collaboration. The decision came after customers voiced strong concerns about doorbell camera footage being shared with police.

Engadget2 min read
Firefox 148 Lets You Turn AI Features Off Completely
InnovationFeb 11

Firefox 148 Lets You Turn AI Features Off Completely

Mozilla is taking a different approach to AI: letting users decide if they want it at all. The Firefox browser will soon offer full control over every AI feature, from chatbots to translations.

Fast Company - Innovation2 min read
Firefox Adds Kill Switch to Turn Off All AI Features
InnovationFeb 3

Firefox Adds Kill Switch to Turn Off All AI Features

Mozilla is giving Firefox users something competitors won't: the power to completely disable AI features. The update arrives February 24th with individual controls for every AI tool.

The Verge2 min read