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If your online data can represent you more accurately than your “IRL self,” data privacy issues become more critical and dangerous.
An executive at the hookup app told BuzzFeed the data goes to companies that provide services to boost users' experience.
According to NBC, a loophole allows people to access personal information of individual users.
“Getting tested regularly for STDs, including HIV is one of the most important things a guy can do for his own health, and his partner’s," said public health advocate Dan Wohlfeiler of the news.
WHAT'S HAPPENING
Nigel Garrett admitted to a string of home invasions near Dallas. Three accomplices await sentencing.
Grindr is expanding its gender identity options, making it a safer space for trans and gender non-conforming people.
The dating and social networking app just got more inclusive.
Cracking the global crackdown on gays.
"For people living with HIV, the stigma can often be more damaging than the virus."
