Every autumn, new iPhones dominate headlines and temptations. Lots of us ask the same question: should I get an iPhone or go Android — for myself, for a gift, or for work? If privacy matters to you (and it should), this guide gives you a clear, non-technical way to decide — with simple checklists and links to turn settings on right away.
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Use AI without risk – for decision-makers and CEOs
Many executives today want to use AI for strategy, communication and decision-making – but they have concerns: Where does our data go? Who is reading it? The short answer: It is possible without handing over company knowledge to external services.
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Privacy-friendly AI for Apple users in the EU
The latest updates from Apple in iOS 18.4, iPad OS 18.4 and macOS 15.4 introduce innovations that combine artificial intelligence (AI) features with a particular focus on data protection. These updates are particularly relevant for users in the European Union, where strict data protection laws apply. ‘Apple Intelligence’ combines AI on the device and cloud processing, providing modern AI capabilities while minimising the transmission and processing of personal data.
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Use AI models for secure data analyses on the Mac
Data protection plays a crucial role in the era of AI – especially when sensitive company data is involved. Many companies are reluctant to use cloud-based AI services such as ChatGPT because confidential information leaves the company.
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Use WhatsApp Without Sharing Your Entire Contact List
As technology evolves, so does the need for greater privacy and control over personal data. With iOS 18, Apple continues its mission to empower privacy-conscious users with tools that allow more granular control over how their information is shared. One of the standout features of Apple’s mobile operating system is the ability to use popular messaging apps, like WhatsApp, on iPhone without the need to share your entire contact list—a feature that has long been a pain point for users concerned about their digital privacy.
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Outsourcing AI — A Privacy Disaster?
The Hidden Risks of Third-Party AI Tools vs. the High Cost of Home-Grown Solutions
In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, service providers are increasingly looking to enrich their online platforms with generative AI technologies. These AI models can transform user interactions, streamline service delivery, and enhance customer engagement. The options for integrating these capabilities generally fall into two categories: utilizing third-party services like ChatGPT, or developing and hosting a custom AI model trained on proprietary data. Each approach has its unique set of implications, especially concerning user privacy, cost, and control.
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Navigating the AI-Powered Marketing Landscape: Protecting Your Privacy in a Data-Driven World
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized the marketing landscape, offering unprecedented opportunities to personalize experiences, optimize campaigns, and drive ROI. However, this data-driven approach has also raised concerns about privacy, as companies collect and analyze vast amounts of personal information to inform their marketing strategies.
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10 steps to use the Messenger App on iPhone without transferring contacts to Facebook
If you have an iPhone and would like to use Facebook Messenger or just want to get to know it, you have to grant the app access to the device’s contacts – already during installation. The contacts will then be uploaded to Facebook to check who is using Facebook from the address book (and to see who else you know). As with WhatsApp, numerous information such as telephone numbers, addresses, names and birthdays are transmitted of people who may not want to share their details.
