Logging in with Facebook may let Javascript trackers steal personal data
Another scandal has hit Facebook's data privacy reputation, with a new discovery highlighting how third-party Javascript trackers can scrape information from Facebook profiles when users login to sites using the Facebook sign-in API for authentication purposes, potentially revealing personal information.
Amazon patent wants to unmask Bitcoin users, sell data to law enforcement, others
An Amazon patent filing from 2014 that has only just been given approval suggests that the retail giant is interested in identifying both parties behind Bitcoin transactions by teaming up with telecom companies. This suggests Amazon could sell access to that information to groups like law enforcement.
Best Buy drops its price for the MacBook Air to as low as $650
Best Buy has expanded its Computing Savings Event to include Apple hardware like the MacBook Air, which when combined with its Student Deals Program can be had for as little as $650. Although the hardware is a little dated, if you've always wanted a MacBook Air, they're now available and cheaper than ever.
HTC brings AR to VR with new Vive Pro tools for dual cameras
A new SDK for HTC's Vive Pro virtual reality headset effectively turns it into an augmented reality headset also, leveraging its front-facing stereo cameras to provide pass-through video and 3D spatial tracking, making interaction with the real world possible and blending differing reality environments.
AMD indirectly blasts Nvidia’s GeForce Partners Program in open letter
After allegations surfaced on Nvidia's anti-competitive and restrictive GeForce Partners Program, AMD penned an open letter blasting its rivals. AMD highlighted freedom as part of its philosophy, stating that freedom of choice is a staple of PC gaming, and that freedom will also extend to AMD's partners.
Cryptojacking is the new ransomware. Is that a good thing?
Malicious cryptominers and cryptojacking is a hot new malware trend that's been sweeping websites and victim systems for many months now. They've become so prevalent that ransomware is far less of a concern to consumers and businesses, but does that mean the new kid on the block is here to stay?
What Is the GDPR? The EU’s Online Privacy Law: Explained
The General Data Protection Regulation, or GDPR, is a sweeping piece of legislation that must be adopted by all E.U. countries in May 2018. But it applies to organizations and companies that operate outside of the E.U., when it comes top processing E.U. citizen data. What is the GDPR? It's a law that could change a lot.
