INCOGNITO MODE
Uploaded your photos for 1980s AI photo trend? Here's what happens to images sent to ChatGPT, Gemini
As millions join the viral 1980s AI photo trend by uploading selfies to ChatGPT and Gemini, a cybersecurity expert cited by Wired explains what actually happens to those photos after they are sent, how long companies store them, and why deleting a chat does not always mean the image is gone.
OpenAI's ChatGPT Atlas emerges as a game-changer in browsing and it challenges Google. Know the key features of AI-powered browser
OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Atlas, an AI-powered web browser aiming to challenge Google's dominance in online information discovery. The browser integrates ChatGPT for seamless interaction, offering features like content summarization, question answering, and an "agent mode" for task completion. Atlas also introduces "memory" for personalized browsing and enhanced user control over data.
Delete this browser from your Android now — experts say it’s putting you at risk
Experts suggest Google Chrome's ease of use may compromise user privacy. Surfshark research indicates Chrome gathers extensive data compared to competitors. Features like autofill and syncing enable tracking of user activity. A lawsuit revealed Google's data collection even in Incognito mode. Alternatives like Brave and DuckDuckGo offer enhanced privacy. Users can regain control by switching browsers and adjusting settings.
Former employee steals Rs 33 crore from Swiggy, investigation on: Report
Swiggy, a food delivery company, reported in its annual report for FY 2023-24 that a junior ex-employee allegedly embezzled nearly Rs 33 crore. The company has initiated an investigation and filed a legal complaint. Swiggy also noted a significant reduction in losses and introduced an Incognito Mode for user privacy.
Swiggy rolls out Incognito Mode for private ordering
Swiggy has introduced an Incognito Mode feature, allowing users to place private orders across food and quick commerce. This mode keeps orders out of the app's history, ideal for discreet purchases. Currently available to 10 per cent of users, it will be rolled out to all soon.
Browsing in incognito mode doesn't protect you as much as you might think
A settlement disclosed Monday in a federal court is primarily designed to ensure that users who use Incognito mode in Chrome get more privacy while surfing the internet than they had been previously.
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Google to destroy browsing data to settle consumer privacy lawsuit
Users alleged that Google's analytics, cookies and apps let the Alphabet unit improperly track people who set Google's Chrome browser to "Incognito"and other browsers to "private" browsing mode.
Google settles $5-billion consumer privacy lawsuit
The settlement terms were not disclosed, but the lawyers said they have agreed to a binding term sheet through mediation, and expected to present a formal settlement for court approval by February 24, 2024.
Shopping online? Here are some Dos and Don’ts to ensure privacy and security
Sophos, a global innovator of cybersecurity solutions, has released ten tips that can secure your online shopping and contribute to a safer digital ecosystem. Have a look.
Google fails to end $5 billion consumer privacy lawsuit
A US judge rejected Google's bid to dismiss a lawsuit claiming it invaded the privacy of millions of people by secretly tracking their internet use.
Apple restricts use of OpenAI's ChatGPT for employees -WSJ
Apple is concerned about the leak of confidential data by employees who use the AI programs and has also advised its employees not to use Microsoft-owned GitHub's Copilot, used to automate the writing of software code, the report said.
OpenAI rolls out 'incognito mode' on ChatGPT
The San Francisco-based startup also said it planned a "ChatGPT Business" subscription with additional data controls.
Ahead of Valentine's Day, Tinder rolls out Incognito Mode, Block Profile feature & more to make online dating safe
The Incognito Mode is a step up from fully hiding your profile on Tinder.
Truecaller rolls out family plan in India at Rs 132 a month: Check out features
The brand has announced now users can add up to four people in their plan.
What is Incognito mode? Here’s how to disable it in Chrome
The incognito mode is a very neat feature of Chrome as it helps you with keeping your browsing history private while browsing on your PC/Computer or laptop. Therefore, disabling Incognito will mean storing all browsing history.
Google 'private browsing' mode not really private, Texas lawsuit says
Texas, Indiana, Washington State and the District of Columbia filed separate suits against Google in January in state courts over what they called deceptive location-tracking practices that invade users' privacy.
Sundar Pichai freed from questioning in Google 'Incognito' privacy suit
Pichai had been ordered in December to sit for a deposition for up to two hours in a case alleging that the technology giant scoops user data through its Chrome web browser even in "Incognito" private-browsing mode.
Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai can be questioned in privacy lawsuit, judge rules
In the lawsuit filed in June 2020, users accused Google of illegally invading their privacy by tracking internet use while Google Chrome browsers were set in "private" mode.
CEO Sundar Pichai knew about Google's Incognito mode issue in 2019, but kept it 'out of spotlight', lawsuit alleges
Google has been accused of unlawfully tracking user's internet use while browsing Incognito in Chrome browser.
Google CEO Sundar Pichai sought to keep incognito mode issues out of spotlight, lawsuit alleges
Users last June alleged in a lawsuit that Google unlawfully tracked their internet use when they were browsing incognito in its Chrome browser. Google has said it makes clear that incognito only stops data from being saved to a user's device and is fighting the lawsuit.
Google to face lawsuit over snooping in ‘incognito’ mode
“The court concludes that Google did not notify users that Google engages in the alleged data collection while the user is in private browsing mode,” US District Judge Lucy Koh in San Jose, California, wrote in her ruling.
ETtech Evening Briefing on Feb. 26, 2021: Crypto salaries are a thing
Many Indian techies get paid in cryptocurrency, say it’s faster and easier. India’s income tax department is looking at startup valuations, via a rarely used provision. Twitter is building a paywall and questions are being raised on Google Chrome’s incognito mode.
US judge in Google case disturbed that even 'incognito' users are tracked
Google has become a target antitrust complaints in the last year filed by state and federal officials -- as well as businesses -- accusing it of abusing its dominance in digital advertising and online search.
Google tweaks privacy settings to keep less user data
The change comes after Google added new controls last year that allow users to effectively put an expiry date on their data, by providing the option to auto-delete location history, search, voice and YouTube activity data after three or 18 months.
Why Google faces a $5 billion class action lawsuit
The $5 billion class action suit alleges that the tech giant and its parent Alphabet Inc collect user's data by tracking his activity on the web even in the private mode through apps and website plug-ins, a Reuters report said.
Take user privacy seriously, don't collect data without consent: Xiaomi
Xiaomi India Managing Director said that the company does not collect any user data that the user has not explicitly given permission or consent to. He added that in the browser's incognito mode, all user data is completely encrypted and anonymised. He also pointed out that all Mi Browser and Mi Cloud data of Indian users is stored locally in AWS servers in India.
Going incognito: Hide footsteps on Google Maps, auto-delete YouTube history, erase audio from Assistant interactions
On America's National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the tech giant wants to help users understand privacy better.
How Google wants to improve privacy: One-tap access to your account, extending incognito mode to Search and Maps
The search giant is continuing to innovate and reflect on new and improved features.
Ather Energy to deliver first batch of e-scooters in August
“We are looking at around 5-6 months to deliver our first production lot, which will be about 2,000 vehicles,” said Ather Energy chief executive Tarun Mehta.
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