The Duke of Sussex will take the stand next week in a landmark legal action against Associated Newspapers. He and six others allege unlawful activities including phone hacking and surveillance. Follow the latest from the High Court.
The ICO is investigating Lloyds Banking Group after it accessed 30,000 staff accounts during union pay talks. A potential data breach could lead to a colossal fine. Read the full details.
Associated British Foods shares fell 14% after a profit warning, driven by a 5.7% slump in Primark's continental European sales. Discover the challenges and what's next for the retail giant.
A viral warning claims Gmail users are opted into sharing data for AI training. We investigate the facts, Google's response, and show you how to disable the settings. Protect your privacy now.
The UK's competition regulator has escalated its investigation into the planned £75m merger of bread giants Kingsmill and Hovis. The move could impact consumer choice and prices.
California's new 'Drop' platform lets 40 million residents request mass deletion of their personal data from 500 brokers. State claims it's a world-first tool for privacy control.
A letter to the Guardian argues the BBC must establish truly local radio stations in Scotland and Wales to fill the void left by declining regional newspapers and give communities a voice.
Actor David Thewlis shared a fully pixelated New Year's Eve photo, sparking fan debate on privacy and drawing eerie parallels to 'Black Mirror'. Discover his unique take on social media.
Australia's privacy watchdog launches a compliance sweep targeting estate agents, pubs, and car dealers over personal data collection. Businesses face fines up to $66,000 for failing legal standards. Read the full investigation.
George Clooney and his wife Amal have been granted French citizenship. The actor cited France's strict privacy laws protecting children from paparazzi as a key reason for the family's decision. Read the full story.
The 1967 rape and murder of Louisa Dunne in Bristol was solved 58 years later, marking the UK's longest-running cold case breakthrough. Discover how modern forensics and relentless review brought justice.
As Christmas Eve approaches, questions arise over the oversight of Santa's famous 'naughty or nice' list. Who ensures its accuracy and fairness? We investigate the festive data dilemma.
UK retailers like Sainsbury's and Sports Direct deploy Facewatch tech to combat rising theft and violence, sparking a fierce privacy debate. Explore the clash between security and civil liberties.
The Guardian has updated its digital terms and conditions. Discover the key changes affecting your use of its website, apps, and services, and what they mean for you.
New research reveals nearly 40% of UK Gen Z live with parents or housemates, forcing them into creative and often public locations for intimacy. Experts share tips for reclaiming privacy.
A major data breach at Pornhub has compromised the viewing habits and details of Premium users. The ShinyHunters gang is demanding a Bitcoin ransom. Discover the full story and implications.
As AI toys flood the market, a Guardian columnist's experience and new research reveal serious risks, from inappropriate content to data harvesting. Discover why experts advise keeping this tech away from young minds.
From Spotify to banking apps, personalised year-end data summaries are everywhere. Anna Moloney argues this corporate trend exposes our habits and traps us in repetitive cycles. Is it time to leave the past in the past?
Labour's nationwide facial recognition consultation raises alarms over data security and state surveillance. Experts warn of inevitable leaks and misuse. Read the full analysis.
The Information Commissioner's Office has issued a formal reprimand to the Post Office for a significant data breach exposing personal details of over 350 individuals. Read the full investigation.
The Indian government has revoked a controversial order requiring all smartphones to come pre-loaded with a state security app, following fierce opposition from tech giants and privacy advocates. Read the full story.
Mass killings in the US have dropped to a 20-year low in 2025, but criminologists warn this likely represents a statistical 'regression to the mean' rather than a permanent decline. Explore the data and expert analysis.
A growing online movement, #bringbackdoors, is fighting the hotel trend of removing proper bathroom doors. Discover the privacy nightmare and the campaign restoring it.
India's telecom ministry has privately ordered smartphone makers to preload the undeletable Sanchar Saathi app on new devices, raising privacy concerns. Apple is among the companies affected.
A new report dives into 'backdoor browsing' – reading a stranger's phone screen on public transport. Is it harmless curiosity or a privacy invasion? Experts and commuters weigh in.
Discover the Beautifect Box, the multi-award-winning vanity case with studio-quality LED lighting and smart storage. Loved by celebrities and beauty experts alike. Find out why it's the perfect gift.
Former I'm A Celebrity winner Giovanna Fletcher advises female contestants to shower naked to avoid cameras. Kelly Brook reveals her own preparation strategy. Read more about the jungle privacy debate.
The Georgia election interference case against Donald Trump has been formally dismissed, ending the last criminal prosecution against the former US President. Read the full details.
Prince Harry and six high-profile figures are taking Associated Newspapers to the High Court over alleged phone hacking and gross privacy breaches. Discover the full story.
Elon Musk's X platform reveals foreign accounts posing as American supporters through new location feature. Discover how this impacts misinformation and user privacy.