Facebook is shutting down their creepy 'Face Recognition' feature - Tool for staying safe while using Messenger
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Rick's Daily Tips Tech Update for Thursday, November 4, 2021.
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Today's Quick Tip....
Facebook is shutting down their creepy 'Face Recognition' feature
A while back I wrote a post explaining how Facebook uses a tool called "Face Recognition" to automatically tag any users their technology can manage to identify in photos, as well as how to disable it on your account if you don't want it.
Well, after receiving tons of negative feedback about the Face Recognition feature they've made the decision to stop using it.
What's more, they've also decided to delete their database containing facial data on over a billion users.
If you've never heard of this feature before you won't have to do a thing because it's being abandoned.
Personally, I have always found Facebook's use of Face Recognition technology a little creepy and I'm happy to see it go away.
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The latest from Rick’s Daily Tips...
• This tool can help keep you safe while using Messenger
Facebook's 'Privacy and Safety Hub' can help you lock down your account and stay a little safer while using their popular Messenger app.
• Q&A: How do I remove a Google account from my Android phone?
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How to quickly find the right key for any lock
Do you have trouble finding the key you need from the mass of keys on a crowded keyring? This post offers a very simple solution.
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Tech news that caught my eye...
• Apple says 'Sideloading is a cyber criminal’s best friend'
• NSO Group: Israeli spyware company added to US trade blacklist
• Hertz says Tesla’s already started delivering cars despite Musk tweet
• Googler who helped lead 2018 walkout is joining the FTC
• Indiegogo will review crowdfunding campaigns before they launch
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