“Based on your consent, we may collect and use your biometric information for safety, security, and identification purposes,” The revised policy of X(Twitter) is expected to go into effect on September 29, 2023.

The thing is, biometric data is permanent and can’t be changed. If we share that with X, it could mean lifelong privacy risks. And seriously, I can’t think of a single reason why Elon needs to know where I went to high school for data security purposes.

People keep talking about leaving Twitter, but when will they actually do that? I guess they’ll just keep putting up with it, and I don’t see that changing anytime soon.

    • Mrduckrocks@lemmy.world
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      For safety and security of dictators around the the world, so its easier for them to identify critiques.

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      Security is what pretty much all companies use when collecting data. It’s designed to stop you dead. Many people have been conditioned to see “security” as necessary.

      Calls may be recorded for security and training purposes.