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10 février 2026
Personal data breach: how to react without panicking
"A ransomware-type cybersecurity incident has recently affected part of our information system: some of your data is concerned." This is an anxiety-inducing sentence that appears more and more frequently in messages we receive. When this happens, here is how to respond in practical terms.
Par Charlotte Leriche

Passwords are still underestimated, and it's problematic
It's no coincidence that they are widely used online to protect our accounts. However, despite numerous warnings and recommendations, passwords are still often taken too lightly. Here's everything you need to know on the subject to secure your digital activities.
Par Aurore Gaillet

TenTen: The trending French app that divides
In recent months, TenTen has become the favorite app of Generation Z, with over a million new users in France within a month. This French-made social network, leading downloads on the Apple Store and Android, allows users to send real-time voice messages to their virtual friends, like a walkie-talkie. A playful concept... but intrusive.
Par Julie-Sophie Lemoine

EU vs Meta: Your personal data is not for sale
April 17, 2024: The European Data Protection Board issued an opinion that questions the "pay or okay" system.
Par Louise Pastouret

The European Commission violates GDPR rules
The European Commission has violated several data protection rules in its use of Microsoft 365.
Par Nousseu Douon

A Crucial Service for Protecting French Internet Users Disappears Quietly
What would you do if you stumbled upon a child pornography video while you're browsing the internet? Point de Contact, a French organization dedicated to removing illegal content, could have taken your report. However, despite its work of public interest, this structure is on the verge of compulsory liquidation. The reason: a state subsidy was promised but not paid, with no justification provided to date. Interview with Jean-Christophe Le Toquin, president of the association.
Par Maëlys T.

DPRC: A Questionable New Agreement on the Transfer of European Data to the USA
Established in October 2022, the Data Protection Review Court (DPRC) is an institution set up by the Biden administration to resolve disputes between the United States and European Union members concerning the handling of personal data. On November 14, 2023, the first judges of the DPRC were appointed. Although this new jurisdiction is supposed to ease existing tensions, its operations raise some concerns.
Par Nousseu Douon

Online Dating: When Love Stories Become Profitable
The online dating industry continues to expand, generating several billion dollars and gaining ever more popularity. But how, by capitalizing on love, do these major platforms manage to ensure their profitability?
Par Julie-Sophie Lemoine

Love at First Site: Can We Still Find Love Without Swiping?
Signing up for an app or dating site: an essential step to find love today? These digital platforms are highly successful among men and women seeking relationships. Yet, they are at the center of numerous debates.
Par Julie-Sophie Lemoine

Health Data Hacked: 33 Million French People Could Be Affected
At the beginning of 2024, Viamedis and Almerys were victims of intrusions into their computer systems. The leak exposes large amounts of health data.
Par Nousseu Douon

32 million euros fine for "excessively intrusive surveillance": Amazon protests against CNIL's decision
January 2024: Amazon expresses outrage over the fine imposed by the CNIL at the end of 2023. The reason: overly pressing surveillance of its employees' activities.
Par Julie-Sophie Lemoine

French Messaging App Olvid Replaces WhatsApp in Government phones
In a note dated November 22, Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne instructed government members to install the French messaging app Olvid. She also requested them to uninstall all other messaging apps not audited by ANSSI (National Agency for the Security of Information Systems) by December 8 at the latest. Is this a wake-up call for the government on cybersecurity issues?
Par Nousseu Douon

When AI Selects Candidates, the CNIL Draws the Line
Faced with an exponential number of applications for the same position, recruiters are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence. The automated selection of the most relevant applications is one of the guarantees of this technology. In this context, to what extent can these professionals delegate their responsibilities?
Par Maëlys T.

AI and Personal Data: a Job Seeker's rights
What happens to your data when you apply for a job? With the advent of AI in the recruitment process, a notice issued by the CNIL regarding the management of candidates' personal data highlights issues of transparency and ethics.
Par Maëlys T.

Protect Your Online Privacy by Exporting Personal Data: 4 Reasons Why it's Important
Are you aware of the data that online platforms are collecting about you? From browsing history to personal information, it's crucial to take control of your personal data and protect your online privacy by exporting it. In this article, we'll explore four reasons why you should start exporting your personal data today.
Par Jérémy Pastouret

The Dangers of Third-Party SDKs: How Yandex's AppMetrica is Sharing User Data with Russia
Are you aware of the third-party SDKs in the mobile apps you use? You should be, as they may be transmitting sensitive information to countries like Russia without proper security measures. Learn about Yandex's AppMetrica and how to protect your data.
Par Jérémy Pastouret

The Cost of Home Security: Balancing Safety with Privacy
Home alarm systems promise to keep us safe and secure, but at what cost? This article delves into the trade-offs between privacy and safety when it comes to the data captured by home alarms and surveillance systems
Par Jérémy Pastouret