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Meta's new 'Link History' feature for the Facebook app isn't as protective of your data as it claims
By Allisa James last updated
Meta introduces the 'Link History' feature to the Facebook app, claiming that toggling it off will prevent data harvesting. But does it actually protect your privacy?

How you can ditch Facebook, build your own social space, and make better connections online
By Kristina Terech published
Amid rising concerns about social media, users are creating personalized digital spaces using Discord, Slack, and calendars for more intentional, private connections.

Facebook is killing off its encrypted email program because nobody used it
By Craig Hale published
Opted in to receive encrypted emails from Facebook? Us neither - that’s probably why Facebook pulled the plug.

Instagram and Facebook users will soon no longer be able to chat in new update
By Cesar Cadenas published
Meta is planning on ending the cross-messaging feature for its platforms this December as it keeps scaling back Messenger.

Meta and Amazon make a deal to put the shopping in your socials
By Cesar Cadenas published
Facebook and Instagram users with a Prime membership will begin to see tailored ads with real-time pricing next to them.

Facebook and Instagram are banned from using targeted ads in Europe
By Craig Hale published
Meta’s social networking companies could face a Europe-wide targeted ad ban amid pressure across the EEA.

Don't click - Facebook users are being targeted with some very NSFW malware attacks
By Sead Fadilpašić published
No, you're not getting nudes by clicking on that ad - instead you'll get malware that'll steal your crypto.

Facebook is trialing robots that can autonomously move massive computer racks — let’s just hope they don’t forget to unplug before they move
By Keumars Afifi-Sabet published
Automating the movement of IT equipment can lead to efficiency gains and free up staff to do something better with their time.
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