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The Ghost Blog.
Field notes on privacy, data removal, and the quiet work of staying invisible online.
Experian Data Breach: What Was Exposed and What to Do Next
Experian has handled over 60,000 data breaches for other companies, yet it has been breached multiple times itself. Here is what was exposed, why it keeps happening, and how to protect yourself beyond credit monitoring.
The 23andMe Data Breach: What Happened, Why It Still Matters, and What to Do Now
6.9 million people had their genetic data exposed in the 23andMe breach. Here is the full story of how it happened, what the bankruptcy means for your DNA, and the steps you can take today.
Prudential Financial Data Breach: What Happened to 2.5 Million Customers
Prudential's 2024 breach started with 36,545 reported victims and ballooned to over 2.5 million. Here is what the notification letter did not tell you, and what to do about it.
Identity Theft Protection: Why Monitoring Alone Isn't Enough
The identity protection market is racing toward $18 billion, yet most services still stop at credit alerts. Here is what modern threats actually demand and where traditional protection falls short.
What Really Happens to Your Photo When You Use a BG Remove Tool
You uploaded a photo to remove the background. But where did that image actually go? What happens next might surprise you.
How to Remove AI From Your Personal Data (And Use It to Fight Back)
Your personal data is being collected, enhanced by AI, and sold thousands of times over. Here is how to remove it, why one-time requests are not enough, and how AI can actually work in your favor.
What Is a Phishing Attack and Why Are Defenses Failing
Phishing attacks hit 3.4 billion emails a day and are now 82.6% AI-generated. Here is why the threat has fundamentally changed and what it actually takes to stay protected.
Co-op Data Breach Compensation: What You're Actually Owed
Up to 8 million Co-op members had personal data stolen in April 2025. Here is what you can claim, whether you qualify, and what compensation cannot protect you from.