Leaky bucket exposes dodgy dating app data
As if 2020 wasn’t challenging enough for dating, we’ve seen several major security alerts for a range of dating apps – and it’s, unfortunately, time to…
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In shunning the adult world, VR device makers continue to thwart success
Facebook-owned VR device maker Oculus announced something we’d all been dreading. The service is migrating accounts to become part of Facebook profiles, meaning that from 2023…
Pornhub finally adds support for Bitcoin – over a decade after its launch
Pornhub has added two additional cryptocurrencies to its list of payment options – and one is a bit of a surprise. Litecoin (LTC) has been growing…
EFF wades in on Oculus’ rift with users over Facebook log-in
The pushback on Oculus’s announcement that it will migrate customers onto the main Facebook profile system is hotting-up, as the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) wades in….
US and EU still duking it out over Privacy Shield – that’s worrying for everyone
Let’s face it, most of us like to keep our private stuff private, right? While we’ve told you in the past how to protect your privacy…
TOR privacy is being compromised by hackers, and there’s no fix
The TOR network is under attack from hackers – and finding a fix is proving problematic. If you read our online privacy guide, you’ll know that…
Zoombombers inject Pornhub into Twitter hack court hearing
A Florida judge was forced to abandon a court hearing after Zoombombers bombarded a video feed with pornography. Graham Clark, who has pleaded ‘not guilty’ of…
Android is finally getting proper private file storage for photos and videos
Google has added a new feature to Files by Google for people that like to keep their private files that extra bit private. Android phone and…
Researchers find serious flaws in OKCupid security
OkCupid has become the latest dating app to fall prey to the sloppy-security police, with several bugs discovered that could have led to a leak in…
7 Hong Kong based VPNs have been keeping unsecured user data in plain text
If you’ve read the site recently, you’ll know we’ve been keen to promote ways to ensure that your most private activity is private – and we’re…
Over 100m more dating site records found in ‘leaky buckets’
Another group of dating sites have fallen victim to the ‘leaky bucket’ problem, spilling millions of user records from unsecured servers as they did so. Researchers…
9 niche dating apps and hundreds of thousands of users exposed by leaky bucket
A clutch of dating apps, mostly catering to specific niche audiences, have been the subject of a data breach involving nearly one terabyte of private information,…
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Our Privacy category unravels the complex web of data security in the intimate digital sphere. We dissect headline-grabbing incidents like the We-Vibe class-action lawsuit, which exposed the risks of collecting user data from smart sex toys. The section explores innovative solutions, such as Lovense’s implementation of end-to-end encryption for app-controlled devices, setting new standards for user privacy.
We delve into the murky waters of data collection on dating apps, examining how Grindr’s sharing of HIV status information sparked global debates on sensitive data handling. The category also scrutinizes adult content platforms, from Pornhub’s controversial age and consent verification systems to OnlyFans’ measures to prevent content leaks.
Blockchain’s potential in ensuring user anonymity is explored, with platforms like SpankChain leading the charge in secure, decentralized adult entertainment. We also investigate the privacy implications of emerging technologies, such as VR porn’s data collection practices and the potential risks of deepfake technology in intimate content.
From Mozilla Foundation’s “Privacy Not Included” guide for sextech devices to the European Data Protection Board’s guidelines on dating apps, we provide a comprehensive look at the regulatory landscape shaping digital intimacy. Our aim is to empower users with knowledge, helping them navigate the delicate balance between sexual exploration and data protection in the digital age.