Tag: privacy concerns
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Europe’s new biometric entry rules: what Australians need to know before travel
What the European Entry/Exit System (EES) changes for Australian travellers From October 12, Australians heading to the Schengen Zone should prepare for a significant change at border crossings. The European Union’s Entry/Exit System (EES) introduces biometric data collection — facial scans and fingerprints — replacing passport stamps for short stays of 90 days or less…
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Schengen EES for Australian Travellers: What to Know
New entry rules in the Schengen Zone: what changes for Australians From October 12, Australians travelling to Europe face a shift in border control practices with the introduction of the European Union’s electronic Entry/Exit System (EES). In 29 Schengen countries, including popular destinations like France, Italy, Spain, Greece, Switzerland, Iceland and the Netherlands, biometric data…
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Canada’s Border Bill: Why a New C-2-Lite Measure Is Landing Amid Privacy Fears
Ontario to Ottawa: A New Border Bill in the Works The federal Liberal government is preparing to table a second border security bill this week that closely mirrors the previously introduced Strong Borders Act, known as Bill C-2. According to four sources familiar with the plan, this new measure would remove several controversial clauses that…
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Are Smart Speakers Spying on You? Amazon Echo Data Concerns
The Rise of Smart Speakers Smart speakers, particularly the Amazon Echo series, have become ubiquitous in modern households. Devices like the Echo Show not only play music and control smart home devices but also facilitate everyday tasks. However, recent reports have raised alarms about the vast amounts of data these devices consume, even when they…