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In-Crypto has 16 stories on privacy, from August 17, 2026 to September 21, 2026. Most of them run in Technology and Regulation. Often covered alongside CBDC, data breach, Flock Safety.
Researcher Finds Ad Tracker Cookie in ChatGPT: __obi and 'bazaar' CodeA researcher claims OpenAI's ChatGPT uses a tracking cookie (__obi) and 'bazaar' code to link user behavior with accounts for ad targeting.NEAR Soars 80% in a Week as NEAR Intents Nears $30B VolumeNEAR jumps nearly 80% in a week. Near Protocol boosts privacy tools for traders while NEAR Intents hits $29.3B in total volume, including Zcash swaps.Zama: Privacy Protocol Supporting DeFi and Smart ContractsZama integrates FHE encryption into public blockchains, concealing balances and transfer amounts. The protocol supports DeFi, smart contracts, and staNEAR Up 107% Since September: Private Hyperliquid Futures, $70M TVL Snapshot & Bitwise Spot ETF UpdateNEAR has surged 107% since September, with private futures on Hyperliquid, a $70M TVL snapshot, and Bitwise's updated spot NEAR ETF application with sRevolut Data Breach Exposes BTC Transaction HistoriesRevolut confirmed a data breach impacting some customers after phishing from a legit government email. BTC transaction histories and documents exposedZachXBT Flags Possible Revolut Data Leak After Fake Gov RequestOn September 12, ZachXBT reported a potential Revolut data breach after a fake government request. Only a small set of accounts may be affected.Clearview AI Testing InquiryIQ: New AI Tool for Digital ProfilingClearview AI is piloting InquiryIQ, an AI prototype that auto-builds digital profiles by linking social accounts, addresses, and employers. JournalistRussian Tax Authority to Track Digital Ruble Users' Devices Starting July 2027From July 2027, Russia's tax service will get digital ruble transaction data tied to users' IP, MAC, phone, SIM, and device IDs to spot hidden income.Utah Law SB 73: Age Checks Required on Adult Sites—Even with VPNsUtah's SB 73 law forces adult sites to verify user age—even if visitors use VPNs or proxies. Fines hit $2,500 per violation. Data storage is banned.Texas Bans State Funding for Flock Safety AI Cameras After Privacy BacklashTexas just pulled the plug on state funding for Flock Safety's AI cameras after privacy complaints. Over 3,200 cameras cost taxpayers at least $30M siNEAR Protocol Goes Confidential by Default: Hidden Balances, Swaps & YieldsNEAR Protocol now defaults to privacy: balances, deposits, swaps, yields, and payments are hidden on-chain using Confidential Intents. Here’s what’s cGrayscale: Zcash Could Challenge Bitcoin’s Network Effects as Privacy Demand GrowsGrayscale says surging demand for privacy gives Zcash (ZEC) a shot at rivaling Bitcoin’s network effects. ZEC is up nearly 19x in a year, but still unECB Vows to Protect User Privacy with Digital Euro LaunchThe European Central Bank (ECB) promises not to identify digital euro users, addressing global privacy concerns surrounding CBDCs and data protection.Flock Safety CEO Calls for Balance Between Privacy and Public SafetyFlock Safety's CEO urges a middle ground between protecting personal data and ensuring community safety. Read what sparked the latest privacy vs. secuBinance Handed Over User Data to Russian Authorities in Ukraine Donation CaseBinance shared user info with Russian law enforcement in a probe into crypto donations supporting Ukraine. Here’s what happened and what it means for Top VPNs You Can Pay for With Crypto: How to Pick the Right ServiceA roundup of the best VPNs that accept crypto payments. Learn what to look for in an anonymous VPN and which features matter most for privacy and secu