Location Data

Facebook to rip off another Snapchat feature in a bid to revive 'Nearby Friends'

While the new interface looks better, people's lack of trust in Facebook will determine its success.

Google Maps rolls out 'Explore' and 'For You' tab on iOS and Android

Google rolls out two new features, which are 'Explore' and 'For You' tabs.

Google faces inquiry in South Korea over gathering location data from Android phones

The Korea Communications Commission (KCC) "is carrying out an inquiry into the claims that Google collected users' Cell ID data without consent.

Apple is introducing an aggressive version of the blue bar to alert users when apps are using location data

When iOS 11 rolls out to users, Apple will be naming and shaming applications that overuse location data even when running in the background.

Twitter will now allow brands to request and share their location data with users using direct messages

Microblogging site Twitter has launched a new tool that allows brands to request and share location data with users via direct messages in order to provide better customer service, the media reported on Tuesday.