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Android Announces Ad Privacy Changes, Takes Swipe at Apple
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Android Announces Ad Privacy Changes, Takes Swipe at Apple

Charlotte Henry · 11:34 AM EST, Feb 16th, 2022 · 1 Comment

Google announced an overhaul in its approach to advertising and privacy on Android phones, and got in a swipe at Apple.

Texas Sues Meta Over Facebook Facial Recognition
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Texas Sues Meta Over Facebook Facial Recognition

Andrew Orr · 12:50 PM EST, Feb 14th, 2022 · Add Comment

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit against Meta. It seeks civil penalties due to Facebook’s facial recognition practices.

Senators Reveal CIA Program That Collects American Data
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Senators Reveal CIA Program That Collects American Data

Andrew Orr · 10:35 AM EST, Feb 11th, 2022 · Add Comment

According to two Democrats on the Senate Intelligence Committee, the CIA has an undisclosed repository of data collected from Americans.

Here’s How Apple Will Work to Fight AirTag Stalking
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Here's How Apple Will Work to Fight AirTag Stalking

Andrew Orr · 1:17 PM EST, Feb 10th, 2022 · 1 Comment

Apple released a report on Thursday about its plans to fight AirTag stalking through software updates in the future.

Cool Stuff Found
  • 'The Matrix Resurrections' Now Available to Rent or Buy on Apple TV
  • PSA: Neil Young Still on Apple Music, Amidst Joe Rogan Spotify Row [Updated]
  • Apple TV+ Makes 'The Afterparty' Premiere Episode Available on YouTube
  • Get a Wooden Photo Print With New Offering From Mimeo Photos
  • Apple Releases 'Unity Lights' Watch Face for Black History Month
  • Tripp Mickle's Book 'After Steve' Covers Apple's Rise to Trillions
Change Your Signal Number in Company’s Latest Update
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Change Your Signal Number in Company's Latest Update

Andrew Orr · 3:22 PM EST, Feb 7th, 2022 · Add Comment

It’s now possible to change your Signal number, thanks to an update the company recently released and wrote about on Monday.

IRS Will No Longer Require Facial Recognition for Taxes
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IRS Will No Longer Require Facial Recognition for Taxes

Andrew Orr · 2:36 PM EST, Feb 7th, 2022 · Add Comment

Backpedaling among public backlash, the IRS won’t require citizens to use facial recognition for taxes, The New York Times reported.

Silent AirTags and Other Accessories Raise Privacy Concerns
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Silent AirTags and Other Accessories Raise Privacy Concerns

Jeff Butts · 1:28 PM EST, Feb 4th, 2022 · 2 Comments

As if the thought of someone hiding a tracking device on you wasn’t bad enough already, now we have to worry about silent AirTags.

The EARN It Act is Back and Coming for Social Media Companies
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The EARN It Act is Back and Coming for Social Media Companies

Andrew Orr · 12:48 PM EST, Feb 3rd, 2022 · Add Comment

Senators Lindsey Graham (R-SC) and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) have reintroduced their EARN It Act. The bill aims to reform Section 230.

Mozilla VPN for Mobile, Desktop Adds Multi-Account Containers
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Mozilla VPN for Mobile, Desktop Adds Multi-Account Containers

Andrew Orr · 10:20 AM EST, Feb 3rd, 2022 · Add Comment

The Mozilla VPN for desktop and mobile has been recently updated with a couple of new features. Multi-Account Containers and multiple hops.

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Here’s How to Blur Your House on Apple Maps and Google Maps
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Here's How to Blur Your House on Apple Maps and Google Maps

Andrew Orr · 2:33 PM EST, Feb 2nd, 2022 · Add Comment

Did you know you can blur your house on Apple Maps and Google Maps? This capability is open to everyone, here’s what you can do.

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