Tag: Southeast Asia

CybersecuritySoftwareTechnology

Tinder Expands Mandatory Selfie Verification to US Users to Combat Fake Profiles

Tinder is expanding its Face Check feature, requiring new US users to verify identity via video selfies. The move targets fake accounts and bots, with verified profiles receiving a badge. Early results show significant drops in bad actor exposure and reports.

Tinder’s New Identity Verification Initiative

Dating app Tinder is expanding its facial verification system, known as Face Check, to new users across the United States, according to reports. The feature mandates that individuals submit a short video selfie during registration, which sources indicate is designed to curb impersonation and ensure profiles represent real people rather than bots or fraudulent accounts.

by Marcus Linfield
BusinessManufacturingTechnology

US Electronic Exports Overwhelm Southeast Asia with Toxic Waste, Watchdog Finds

American electronic waste is flooding Southeast Asian nations, bypassing international treaties and local laws, a new investigation shows. The hidden trade, valued at over $1 billion, exposes workers to toxic conditions and strains regional environments.

Massive E-Waste Flow from US to Developing Nations

A recent investigation by the environmental watchdog Basel Action Network (BAN) has uncovered that millions of tons of discarded electronics from the United States are being shipped to Southeast Asia, creating what sources describe as a “hidden tsunami” of toxic waste. According to the report, at least 10 US companies are involved in exporting used electronics, often to countries ill-equipped to handle hazardous materials safely.

by Marcus Linfield