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technology4 months ago•6 min saved

Nabiha Syed Reshapes Mozilla Amid Trump and AI Era

Nabiha Syed, the new executive director of the Mozilla Foundation, emphasizes the importance of defending an open and inclusive internet amid challenges posed by AI, surveillance capitalism, and political shifts. The foundation aims to promote human-centered technology, advocate for privacy, and develop initiatives like Common Voice and a data marketplace to empower community participation and ensure technology benefits all. Syed highlights the need for nuanced legislation and increased public awareness to foster a future where digital rights are protected, especially in the face of rising authoritarianism and corporate influence.

via theregister.com|

#ai #digital-rights #mozilla-foundation

technology1 year ago•2 min saved

Firefox Celebrates 20 Years: Reflecting on Its Legacy and Future

Twenty years ago, the Firefox browser, developed by the Mozilla Foundation, emerged as a significant competitor to Microsoft's Internet Explorer. Initially named Phoenix, the browser was rebranded due to trademark issues and officially launched as Firefox 1.0 on November 9, 2004. Its popularity grew due to fewer security vulnerabilities and innovative features like tabbed browsing and pop-up blocking. Firefox's release marked a shift in the browser market, challenging Internet Explorer's dominance and celebrating its 20th anniversary with new features and a special video.

via news.slashdot.org|

#firefox #internet-explorer #microsoft

technologyprivacy1 year ago•1 min saved

"Risks and Rewards of AI Girlfriends in Modern Dating"

The Mozilla Foundation's study on AI chatbots reveals that many romantic chatbots are untrustworthy and pose privacy risks, with 73% of apps not disclosing how they handle security vulnerabilities and 45% allowing weak passwords. Some apps collect sensitive personal data, including information on sexual health and prescription meds, while others feature chatbots with concerning character descriptions. The report advises precautions such as using strong passwords and limiting app access to mobile features, emphasizing the importance of not compromising safety or privacy for the allure of AI romance.

via Business Insider|

#ai #chatbots #data-collection

technology2 years ago•3 min saved

The Privacy Risks of Connected Cars: Mozilla Foundation's Warning

The Mozilla Foundation has published an analysis revealing that connected cars are a "privacy nightmare." The study found that all 25 car brands examined collected excessive personal data from multiple sources, including satellite radio and third-party maps. While some data collected may seem innocuous, such as feedback for improving user interfaces, other data collected is more concerning, including sensitive personal information. Additionally, 84% of the brands analyzed said they can share user data, 76% said they can sell it, and over half said they would share data with the government and law enforcement upon request. Only two brands offered users the right to delete their data. Tesla and Nissan were identified as the worst offenders in terms of privacy practices. Mozilla suggests that increasing awareness is crucial and is collecting signatures for a petition.

via Ars Technica|

#automotive-industry #connected-cars #data-privacy