X Corp, formerly known as Twitter, is in the news with a revised privacy policy that will go into effect on September 29. The update will allow the company to collect user biometric information, such as facial scans, primarily for X Premium subscribers who opt in by providing a selfie and ID for verification. In addition, the policy paves the way for bringing together training and job training, likely for potential job referrals and recruitment services.

Earlier this year, X Corp entered the staffing space by acquiring technology staffing firm Laskie. The move is seen as part of Elon Musk’s broader strategy to turn X Corp into an “app of everything,” following his $44 billion acquisition of the company last year.

According to the company, the new data collection is intended to provide users with more personalized experiences, potentially positioning X Corp as a competitor to LinkedIn. However, Liberty Vittert, a professor specializing in data science, advises caution. He notes that such detailed personal information could be exploited by employers in less than ethical ways, such as making hiring decisions based on social media activity.

In another development, Elon Musk revealed plans to add video and audio calling features that are platform-agnostic and don’t require a phone number, though no release date has been announced.

While X Corp touts the benefits of improved security and personalization, the policy change has sparked debate about the ethical implications and potential privacy risks.

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