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Passkeys are not invincible: malware can exploit Google keys

Google’s synchronized passkeys have proven vulnerable to malware that can take over accounts without a PIN, biometrics, or user interaction. Researchers from Palo Alto Unit 42 demonstrated three attacks, including the theft of the secret key used to decrypt all synchronized passkeys. Additionally, some online services blindly relied on the ‘User Verified’ flag without actually […]

EIDAS

Google Wallet targets European digital identity

Google is expanding Wallet with digital identity documents and age credentials, allowing users to identify themselves online more easily and prove their age. The rollout begins this summer in countries including Estonia, Ireland, Spain, France, and Italy, where passports can be converted into digital ID passes. Through a partnership with Sparkasse, Google is introducing wallet-based […]

AI Privacy

Is Google a smart AI or a snooper?

With a new update, Google is allowing AI to scan all your photos via Google Photos and Gemini. Using “Personal Intelligence,” AI can link your photos, emails, and calendar for personalized results. This allows Gemini to automatically create images using real photos of you and your surroundings. The goal is for AI to immediately understand […]