FACEBOOK REMOVES LOCATION-TRACKING

Facebook is removing some of its location-tracking features. The Metaowned social media giant - which enabled users to share location and “check in” to various venues back in 2010 - is now getting rid of some of those features but will continue to track location history and background of users. In a statement obtained by 9to5Mac, Facebook said: "Because you’ve previously used Nearby Friends, Weather alerts, Location History or Background Location, we’re letting you know that these products and features will no longer be available after May 31, 2022. “Information you shared that was used for these experiences, including Location History and Background Location, will stop being collected after May 31, 2022, even if you have previously enabled them. Facebook will otherwise continue collecting location information for other experiences as described in our Data Policy.”