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Our online life
Companies collect huge amounts of data on us while we work, learn and play online every day.
The internet is a big part of our lives in the 21st century. We need to be able to use the web without sacrificing our privacy and safety. Our personal information shouldn’t be bought and sold. Companies must take the protection of our passwords, medical information, banking details, and other data seriously. Together, we can make the web a safe and healthy place to live our online lives.
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STATEMENT: Maryland closer to passing 2nd-strongest privacy law in nation
After weak industry-friendly privacy laws pass in 13 states, Maryland advances a strong consumer data protection bill
Meta Quest virtual reality headsets can put your personal data at risk
Virtual reality headsets and apps collect highly sensitive personal data, and the more that data is collected and stored, the more it’s at risk of getting into the wrong hands.
What’s the deal with TikTok Shop?
TikTok Shop is the app's effort to turn itself into an eCommerce site. And frankly, it sucks.
REPORT: Meta VR headsets may pose safety risks for minors
Company has not released testing proving VR is safe for developing brains.
