#user-control

#user-control

Many social media platforms retain user data long after account deletion, posing privacy risks.

Difficulties in deleting accounts impact user control over data.

Instagram introduces a feature allowing users to reset their content recommendations, giving them control over their algorithm and viewing preferences.

Bluesky is gaining significant traction as users seek more control and personalization in social media.

TikTok introduces sliders for users to customize content preferences on their For You Page, enhancing user control.

Bluesky, a decentralized social media platform, thrives on user control and flexibility, attracting over 21 million users following Trump's reelection.

Managing privacy on Meta regarding AI training is complex and requires multiple steps rather than a simple opt-out process.

Users need to be aware of the implications of using generative AI tools, including ethics and data usage.

You can disable AI model training, but chat histories may still affect AI training unless disabled.

Frank McCourt plans to form an investment group to bid on TikTok, aiming to return control to individuals and prioritize their interests.

Bluesky's architecture enables user data to be hosted privately with real-time accessibility, emphasizing low resource requirements for Personal Data Servers.

Control your own data and explore alternatives to popular services that prioritize user privacy.

Meta's Clear History feature disconnects data but retains it for analytics.

Managing Future Activity limits data tracking but may disable Facebook Login.

Google collects user data for targeted ads but allows users to view and delete it via account dashboard for privacy control.

Users feel tension between personalization and data security.

Brave Search introduces Rerank for personalized search results, empowering users to upvote or downvote websites.

Many iPhone users see little value in new Apple Intelligence features despite their rollout across devices.

Apple's iOS 18 introduces an AI feature for summarizing notifications, designed to improve user experience but can produce inaccuracies.

Users can customize or disable notification summaries across devices to mitigate confusion caused by AI errors.

Apple prioritizes user privacy and control over personal data through features like App Tracking Transparency.

Apple will improve clarity for AI-generated notifications after receiving criticism for incorrect headline summaries from the BBC.

Security complexity leads to user frustration; a properly disconnected system is vital for true security.

Anthropic's Claude 3.5 Sonnet model can now control computers and access the internet, raising ethical and practical concerns about AI autonomy.

The study presents a framework for text-driven video editing using text-to-image diffusion models, enhancing visual quality and user control.

Instagram introduces a 'reset' feature to allow users to remove all recommended content from their feeds, enhancing user control over their experience.

Meta is testing a reset tool for Instagram users to refresh their content recommendations.

Users can now control political content on Instagram, sparking controversy but aiming for a more user-centric experience.

iOS 18 offers enhanced privacy and security settings for better control over personal data and device usage.

DuckDuckGo introduces AI Chat, emphasizing user control and privacy measures.

Google's shift to Manifest V3 could remove essential ad-blocking extensions, raising privacy and security concerns for Chrome users.

Google announced reversal of plans to eliminate third-party cookies, introducing user-controlled browsing feature.