• Instagram Changes API Rules – But Will This Solve the Problem?

    Instagram Changes API Rules – But Will This Solve the Problem?

    In the wake of the Cambridge Analytica data privacy scandal, Instagram (read Facebook) is tightening up its security measures around third-party apps.  These restrictions will place limits on how much data that the third party apps can retrieve, and now often.  You might not be aware, but there are some third-party apps that do things…

  • Here’s How Facebook Actually Tracks You – It’s Not What You Think

    Here’s How Facebook Actually Tracks You – It’s Not What You Think

    I am officially creeped out.  There have been times when I was talking to a friend about a certain product that I purchased, and within a couple of hours, I am seeing advertisements for the said product.  I know that I didn’t search for it online.  So how do they know?  Well, the answer might…

  • Facebook Wants You to Install Their VPN – But Don’t!

    Facebook Wants You to Install Their VPN – But Don’t!

    Facebook is rolling out a new “project” feature for iOS users where it is urging them to install the Onavo VPN.  And while a VPN can be a good thing, the Onavo VPN actually collects a user’s browser history and data in the context of improving its service.  In addition, Onavo is owned by Facebook,…