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Signal blocks Windows Recall’s all-seeing AI screenshots with a clever DRM hack
Signal has become a go-to chat and communications platform for users who want the peace of mind of secure, end-to-end ...
“Microsoft has simply given us no other option,” Signal says as it blocks Windows Recall
After facing one of its worst PR disasters in recent memory, Microsoft pulled Recall out of Windows 11 previews a few months ...
I tested Microsoft’s controversial Recall tool. It evolved Windows for me.
Microsoft's Recall is like a time machine that lets you explore your usage history by taking snapshots every few seconds.
Signal now blocks Microsoft Recall screenshots on Windows 11
Signal has updated its Windows app to protect users' privacy by blocking Microsoft's AI-powered Recall feature from taking ...
Signal to Windows Recall: Drop dead
Microsoft’s Recall is a security disaster disguised as a feature. Messaging app Signal is doing what it can to block it.
Blackmailers, spys, and cheaters beware: Signal cuts off Microsoft screengrab feature
Popular privacy communication app Signal adds an update to prevent Microsoft's AI-driven feature "Recall" from taking ...
CNET on MSN2d
Signal Will Black Out Windows Recall Screenshots to Preserve Privacy
The privacy-minded Signal messaging service is putting a blindfold on the prying eyes of the newly returned Windows Recall, ...
Security Boulevard2d
Signal Gives Microsoft a Clear Signal: Do NOT Recall This
Not only is there no API to tell Recall not to index your content, there’s also no API to tell you whether Recall is enabled. It’s like having malware pre-installed on your PC. But hey, they just ...
Signal’s New Update Prohibits Microsoft’s AI-Powered Recall Feature From Taking Screenshots
Signal added a Digital Rights Management (DRM) flag on the app’s window The new setting will also prevent screen readers from ...
SecurityWeek2d
Signal Adds Screenshot-Blocker to Thwart ‘Windows Recall’
Signal said the privacy feature is on by default for every Windows 11 user to block Microsoft from taking screenshots for ...
PCMag on MSN3d
Signal Slams Microsoft's Recall, Disables Screenshots on Windows 11
Worried that Microsoft Recall might take screenshots of your Signal chats? Don't be. Signal has introduced a new "Screen security" setting for its Windows 11 app that will give users a black screen ...