Tech Brew Ride Home Tue. 07/11 – A Meaningful Anti-Tracking Law
Jul 11, 2023
Massachusetts is pushing forward with groundbreaking anti-tracking legislation aimed at protecting consumer privacy. Amidst a shifting social media landscape, Tumblr is rebranding to attract new users. A significant data breach at HCA Healthcare raises concerns about patient privacy. Meanwhile, a new app, Retro, aims to foster genuine connections in a crowded social media scene. Lastly, the fight to preserve classic video games highlights challenges newcomers face as they compete against industry giants.
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Location Data Ban
- Massachusetts lawmakers consider a near-total ban on buying and selling mobile location data.
- This would be the first of its kind in the US, increasing digital privacy for residents.
Tumblr's Redesign
- Tumblr aims to improve its core user experience by simplifying replies and reblogs.
- They want to make the platform less intimidating and easier to use for new users.
HCA Healthcare Breach
- HCA Healthcare suffered a data breach affecting millions of patients' personal information.
- The breach exposed names, cities, and last provider visits but not clinical data, though this is disputed.