TikTok just gave itself permission to collect biometric data on US users, including ‘faceprints and voiceprints’ – TechCrunch

Cyber Attacks

A change to TikTok’s U.S. Privacy Policy on Wednesday introduced a new section that says the social video app “may collect biometric identifiers and biometric information” from its users’ content. This includes things like “faceprints and voiceprints,” the policy explained. Reached for comment, TikTok could not confirm what product developments necessitated the addition of biometric…

Necro Python Malware Upgrades With New Exploits and Crypto Mining Capabilities

Web Security News

New upgrades have been made to a Python-based “self-replicating, polymorphic bot” called Necro in what’s seen as an attempt to improve its chances of infecting vulnerable systems and evading detection. “Although the bot was originally discovered earlier this year, the latest activity shows numerous changes to the bot, ranging from different command-and-control (C2) communications and…

Connected World Honors 2021 IoT Innovations

Internet of Things

Contact:Laura BlackEditor at-Largelblack@specialtypub.com Naperville, Ill. – June 1, 2020 – Many of the IoT (Internet of Things) technologies developed before and during the pandemic are making a difference for businesses. However, emergencies generate crisis responses and often those responses fade away once the disaster is over. What innovations will stand the test of time? That…

Best bedding sales in June 2021

Smart Tvs

Bedding sales are off to big start this month. Mattress manufacturers are offering a variety of new bedding sales on everything from pillows to mattress protectors this week.  Here at Tom’s Guide, we’re tracking down the best bedding sales of the month. Whether you’re looking for the best mattress on the market, the best mattress…

Instant Air Purifier Tackles Indoor Air Quality

Drones

Digital Trends may earn a commission when you buy through links on our site. While the Instant brand is most known for its popular Instant Pot multicookers and related kitchen appliances, the manufacturer is entering a new field with the Instant Air Purifier, designed to help users remove unwanted contaminants from the air. The Instant…