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Ring to Stop Allowing Police to Request Videos From Security Cameras

Ring, a maker of internet-connected cameras that is owned by Amazon, said the police could no longer ask people to share video recordings using the company’s app, Neighbors.

By Amanda Holpuch

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N.S.A. Buys Americans’ Internet Data Without Warrants, Letter Says

The disclosure comes amid congressional scrutiny and a Federal Trade Commission crackdown on commercial data brokers.

By Charlie Savage

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How Tracking and Technology in Cars Is Being Weaponized by Abusive Partners

Apps that remotely track and control cars are being weaponized by abusive partners. Car manufacturers have been slow to respond, according to victims and experts.

By Kashmir Hill

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Apple’s Newest Headache: An App That Upended Its Control Over Messaging

Beeper Mini, which offers iPhone messaging on Android phones, has grown fast and its duel with the tech giant has gotten the attention of antitrust regulators.

By Tripp Mickle and Mike Isaac