Teens see social media algorithms as accurate reflections of themselves
Teens say ‘for you’ algorithms get them right. Photo illustration by Spencer Platt/Getty Images Nora McDonald, George Mason University Teens…
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Ransomware threat – be careful where you upload files
Avoiding iffy downloads is no longer enough to ensure this doesn’t happen. Olemedia/iStock via Getty Images Selcuk Uluagac, Florida International…
TikTok fears point to larger problem
Tiktok is not the only social media app to pose the threats it’s been accused of. picture alliance via Getty…
Is TikTok’s parent company an agent of the Chinese state?
Some U.S. lawmakers have grown concerned about TikTok. Greg Baker/AFP via Getty Images. Shaomin Li, Old Dominion University Is TikTok’s…
Data brokers know everything about you
The data collectors see all. DrAfter123/DigitalVision Vectors via Getty Images Anne Toomey McKenna, University of Richmond Data brokers know everything…
Spyware can infect your phone or computer via the ads you see online – report
A new type of spyware means those online ads could go from annoying to menacing. AP Photo/Julio Cortez Claire Seungeun…
