The European Parliament went ahead via a large majority with its “yes” vote to approve the Data Act. This despite concern from the blockchain industry over a clause that includes “kill switches” to shut off smart contracts. Smart contracts, are generated by computers and are used in the blockchain industry. The purpose of the Data Act is to clarify who can create value from data, and provides consumers the right to control data that’s been collected about them, including via the Internet of Things (IOT).

The third-party app which claims to show Instagram users how others use their content, has prompted fears anyone could be exposed just for lurking on someone else’s profile.