Every day, we tap and swipe on our favorite apps without a second thought. But have we ever paused to consider what happens to our data in the process? From social media platforms to fitness trackers, ...

In an age where privacy is increasingly under threat, a new study from research firm Apteco has reignited the debate around mobile apps collecting sensitive user data. The report identifies which apps ...

One of Kaspersky's greatest concerns is how social media apps, such as TikTok and Instagram, constantly collect data on a user’s location, browsing habits, and even voice data. There are different ...

Smartphone users generate vast amounts of personal data every day, and much of it is being collected, shared, and sold through apps that seem harmless at first glance. From social media platforms to ...

If you're a smartphone user, it's no secret that many of your daily apps collect personal data. But have you ever wondered which apps top the list when it comes to gathering the most information—and ...

Kassem Fawaz receives funding from the National Science Foundation. In the past, his research group has received unrestricted gifts from Meta and Google. Jack West does not work for, consult, own ...

If something is free, you’re the product being sold. This is especially true for most online services we use. For example, Google’s primary source of revenue is ads. They make money by collecting data ...