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September 2025
Our comprehensive analysis reveals that despite increased privacy regulations, third-party tracking has evolved into more sophisticated forms. We examined over 10,000 popular websites and found that 78% still employ advanced fingerprinting techniques that bypass traditional cookie blockers. This report details the latest tracking methodologies and provides actionable recommendations for users to protect themselves.
August 2025
Smart home devices continue to be a major privacy concern. Our security researchers tested 50 popular IoT devices and discovered that 62% transmitted unencrypted data over local networks. Even more concerning, 34% of devices had default administrative credentials that were never changed by users. This study highlights the urgent need for better IoT security standards and user education.
July 2025
We conducted a six-month investigation into the data broker industry, creating the most comprehensive map of how personal information flows through the digital economy. Our findings reveal a complex network of over 500 companies buying, selling, and trading consumer data. We've identified the major players, their data sources, and the most effective opt-out strategies for concerned consumers.
June 2025
Our research team analyzed the permission requests of the top 1,000 mobile applications across iOS and Android platforms. The results were alarming: 43% of apps requested permissions that were completely unnecessary for their core functionality. We found that games requested access to contacts, productivity apps wanted microphone access, and social media platforms demanded location data even when the app wasn't in use. This report provides a permission framework to help users make informed decisions.
May 2025
How effective are dark web monitoring services at detecting compromised credentials? We conducted a controlled study using honeypot accounts to test detection rates and response times across multiple monitoring services. Our findings provide valuable insights into the capabilities and limitations of dark web monitoring, helping consumers understand what protection they're actually receiving.
April 2025
Privacy policies are notoriously long and difficult to understand. We analyzed the privacy policies of 200 major technology companies and translated their legal jargon into plain language. Our report reveals shocking discrepancies between what companies claim to do with your data in their marketing materials versus what their privacy policies actually permit. Essential reading for anyone concerned about data collection practices.
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