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Data starts with intent. It’s collected to protect, connect, and improve our lives. But once shared, that same data moves through brokers, algorithms, and surveillance systems. Adapting to new incentives. Weaponized Purpose reveals how twelve common data categories evolve from helpful to harmful, showing the real-world systems that turn ordinary information into instruments of control….
The Danger of the Expired Domain Name Most hijacked domains aren’t hacked at all. They’re abandoned. And then weaponized. A missed renewal or an expired credit card is all it takes. Then someone else buys the name, and suddenly your old site hosts gambling, adult content, or malware. What started as a simple oversight turns…
Mapping software is showing your home to everyone—even bad actors. Be Safe! If images of your home appear on mapping services like Google Maps, Apple Maps, or Bing, you can request to have them removed or blurred. Why It Matters Attackers and scammers can exploit mapping data to invade your privacy or target you. Criminal…
Everyone wants your location—because it’s valuable. Lock it down! Your privacy on Facebook matters. Whether you’re concerned about who can see your posts, how advertisers target you, or how your personal data is used, you have tools to manage and enhance your Facebook privacy. Why Facebook Privacy Matters All the data Facebook collects (and you…
Don’t let everyone see pictures of your home! Real estate sites often show images that reveal far more than you realize. Be Safe! Real estate companies post images of your property, the inside of your house, and sometimes even your floorplans. This puts your privacy—and your security—at risk. Why Residential Data is a Risk If…
Your Mobile Advertising ID (MAID) is the key to deleting your location history. You are being tracked. Advertisers and data brokers use your phone’s MAID to connect your location history to everything else they know about you. This hidden identifier allows them to build detailed profiles—tracking where you go, what you do, and even predicting…