On TikTok

But by purposely limiting its features, by resisting the temptation to monetize its users aggressively and by keeping trolls and bullies off its platform, TikTok has done something truly impressive — it has built a social network that is genuinely fun to use.

Source: TikTok, a Chinese Video App, Brings Fun Back to Social Media – The New York Times

On Apps, location tracking and our implicit consent

These companies sell, use or analyze the data to cater to advertisers, retail outlets and even hedge funds seeking insights into consumer behavior. It’s a hot market, with sales of location-targeted advertising reaching an estimated $21 billion this year.

Source: Your Apps Know Where You Were Last Night, and They’re Not Keeping It Secret – The New York Times