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Marvel Snap is banned, just like TikTok
The divest-or-ban law aimed at TikTok is also taking down other ByteDance-linked apps, including the popular card game Marvel Snap. The app suddenly cut off access Saturday night, seemingly without warning, surprising gamers who weren’t aware of its connection to ByteDance. The card game battler set in the Marvel universe is developed by Second Dinner, which is based in California.…
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How to Use TikTok in the US, Even When It’s Banned
The deadline is nearly here: Unless the Supreme Court steps in to save it, TikTok will be legally banned in the United States on Jan. 19. If you’re one of the 170 million Americans who use TikTok every day, you might be a bit upset by the situation. Here’s the good news: Even if the U.S. bans TikTok in this…
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Data brokers may be banned from selling your social security number
In the wake of high-profile hacks affecting hundreds of millions of Americans, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is proposing a rule limiting data brokers’ ability to sell Americans’ sensitive personal and financial information. Under the proposed rule, data brokers that sell information about consumers’ income, credit history, credit score, or debt payments would be considered consumer reporting agencies. As…
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Can I get banned on Twitter/X for using a VPN?
While it’s not against the terms of service, you can get banned on Twitter/X for using a VPN. Usually, a VPN allows you to browse the web privately and securely, bypass internet restrictions, and unblock Twitter in countries like China, Russia, etc. However, some actions, like frequently changing servers or using a free VPN with limited server options, can trigger…
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The EU seeks proposals for AI that should be banned – Computerworld
The EU, which is now developing guidelines for how the region’s new AI law must be complied with, has started collecting opinions in two areas via an online survey. The first area involves how the law should define AI systems (compared to traditional software). Here, the EU wants to hear from people in the AI industry, companies, academics and civil society.…
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NatWest just banned staff from using WhatsApp at work – here’s why
UK bank NatWest has blocked staff from using a range of unapproved messaging apps in a bid shake up internal communications practices. According to reports from the BBC, NatWest has removed access to consumer messaging platforms such as WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, and Skype on work devices, telling staff to stick to approved channels instead. “Like many organizations, we only permit…
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Will I get banned from Facebook for using a VPN?
Are you wondering if you’ll get banned from Facebook for using a VPN? While a VPN can mask your IP address and keep your online activities secure, knowing how this might impact your Facebook experience is crucial. Certain user behaviors, like connecting from a different location, can trigger warnings or temporary bans. Although using a VPN isn’t against Facebook’s terms…
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