Thomas Kent
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Thomas Kent is a multi-disciplined reporter with over a decade of experience covering online platforms, digital trends, and consumer-facing tech.
He has written extensively about internet culture and emerging technologies through his work with Valnet and the Woolwich Observer, where he reported on platform ecosystems, digital behavior, and the evolving relationship between users and technology.
Tom focuses on digital privacy, data tracking, and user behavior, with a particular interest in how cookies, online surveillance, and platform design shape the modern internet experience. His reporting takes a research-driven, news-focused approach, translating complex technical topics into clear, accessible insights.
He holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Philosophy from the University of Waterloo, along with a journalism diploma from Conestoga College.
- Moneywise
- The Woolwich Observer
- Hardcore Gamer
- Moneysense
- PolicyMe
- Online Privacy
- Data Security
- Cookies
- Journalism diploma from Conestoga College
- Master of Arts in Philosophy from the University of Waterloo
- Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from the University of Waterloo
- Mac or PC: PC
- Android or iPhone: Android
Thomas's Latest Articles
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Hackers Broke Into NYC's Hospital System for 3 Months and Stole Your Fingerprints
At least 1.8 million patients and employees were affected. Unlike a stolen password, your fingerprints can't be reset. Here's what to do.
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Your Therapist May Be Using AI to Record Your Sessions. Here's What Happens to That Data.
A growing number of therapists are using AI tools to record and transcribe sessions. The companies behind that technology now have access to some of your most sensitive personal data.
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Texas Sues Netflix for Allegedly Spying on Users and Kids, but the Streaming Giant May Just Be Part of a Much Bigger Data Machine
Netflix knows what you watch, when you watch it, and who's watching with you. Now Texas is suing over what the streaming giant allegedly did with that data.
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The Company Helping ICE Deport People Now Has Access to Your Health Records
NHS England gave a U.S. surveillance contractor unlimited access to your identifiable health records. Here's who they handed it to, and what you can do about it.
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Why 275 Million Student Records Are Still At Risk After The Canvas Hack Was Paid Off
The Canvas hack exposed 275 million student and teacher records. Instructure paid the ransom, but that's no guarantee the data is gone for good.
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Companies Are Using Your Personal Data to Rip You Off. Here's Proof
A lawsuit against JetBlue and a Maryland grocery store ban have put surveillance pricing back in the headlines. Here's how companies use your data to set personalized prices and what you can do about it.
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55 Million Adults Will Soon Need To Hand Over ID To Use Social Media in Latest Age Verification Law
New U.K. age verification law designed for kids could end up forcing millions of adults to hand over ID, facial scans, or other personal data online.
