By Jack Morse
How to blur your home on Google Street View (and why you should)
A little privacy goes a long way.
By Jack Morse
![A home blurred on Google Street view](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04cH5fIkVAYYZGhmluEqMxs/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1619479144.jpg)
![A home blurred on Google Street view](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04cH5fIkVAYYZGhmluEqMxs/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1619479144.jpg)
7 Slack privacy settings you should check right now
A little data hygiene goes a long way.
By Jack Morse
![An illustration of the Slack logo leaking a red liquid into a pool of liquid.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04VAmMr3aQqxq56yfDfFFYg/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623386071.jpg)
![An illustration of the Slack logo leaking a red liquid into a pool of liquid.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04VAmMr3aQqxq56yfDfFFYg/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1623386071.jpg)
Why you need a secret phone number (and how to get one)
No, they're not just for spies, philanderers, or drug dealers.
By Jack Morse
![A person dialing a new number on their phone for privacy reasons](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03Ya7oHyORQU5hSv85oA260/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623257120.jpg)
![A person dialing a new number on their phone for privacy reasons](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03Ya7oHyORQU5hSv85oA260/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1623257120.jpg)
'Twitter Circle' is here for all your trash-talking needs
Because let's be real: Not all of your followers are in the cool kids club.
By Jack Morse
![Screenshot of the new Twitter Circle feature.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01AGPpw1ASFK8PC1FE2z3yQ/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1651602363.png)
![Screenshot of the new Twitter Circle feature.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01AGPpw1ASFK8PC1FE2z3yQ/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1651602363.png)
Your privacy is at risk now that Roe v. Wade has fallen, experts warn
It's all connected.
By Jack Morse
![Woman sits in front of the Supreme Court building looking at her cellphone.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00MaTPT2voR80zTn03KiCK6/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1651598757.png)
![Woman sits in front of the Supreme Court building looking at her cellphone.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00MaTPT2voR80zTn03KiCK6/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1651598757.png)
Twitter's new misinformation policy aims to tamp down misleading viral tweets
Some timeline spring cleaning.
By Jack Morse
![A smartphone showing the Twitter app displaying Elon Musk's Twitter profile.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00w2eBTfXDuhh5PJDnwpmQr/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1652984384.jpg)
![A smartphone showing the Twitter app displaying Elon Musk's Twitter profile.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00w2eBTfXDuhh5PJDnwpmQr/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1652984384.jpg)
Apple just released a bunch of security updates. Again.
Your déjà vu is experiencing déjà vu.
By Jack Morse
![An iPhone with a cracked screen, displaying the Apple logo.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/06z57X2rTcePJp2F6qvyxMD/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1652810073.jpg)
![An iPhone with a cracked screen, displaying the Apple logo.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/06z57X2rTcePJp2F6qvyxMD/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1652810073.jpg)
Netflix is quietly working on a livestreaming feature, report claims
Like TV, but not.
By Jack Morse
![A hand holding a remote control, pointing at a screen with the Netflix logo.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/05zXoIq0DPSWy6anU9t3U2s/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1652562047.jpg)
![A hand holding a remote control, pointing at a screen with the Netflix logo.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/05zXoIq0DPSWy6anU9t3U2s/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1652562047.jpg)
Google introduces new tool for removing your private info from search results
For when information doesn't want to be free.
By Jack Morse
![A finger taps a smartphone showing the Google search page.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02VwQsXYzyjBv4QqMofLKft/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1652286670.jpg)
![A finger taps a smartphone showing the Google search page.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02VwQsXYzyjBv4QqMofLKft/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1652286670.jpg)
Instagram jumps on the NFT bandwagon as the wheels spin off
Non-fungible tokens are coming to Facebook and Instagram Stories, too.
By Jack Morse
![Woman reaches for an oversized, pixelated dollar bill.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/06SkOVsCbZcNEfBTZwrWEVh/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1652204879.jpg)
![Woman reaches for an oversized, pixelated dollar bill.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/06SkOVsCbZcNEfBTZwrWEVh/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1652204879.jpg)
Clearview AI's creepy facial-recognition business takes a major legal hit
It's now harder for private businesses to use it. Cops on the other hand...
By Jack Morse
![Paper cutouts in the shape of people, with a box around one of the heads.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/021hFeKoZ85KkQi4g1aZkty/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1652135066.jpg)
![Paper cutouts in the shape of people, with a box around one of the heads.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/021hFeKoZ85KkQi4g1aZkty/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1652135066.jpg)
Elon Musk still needs a Twitter babysitter, judge rules
The Tesla CEO agreed back in 2018 to get pre-approval for some tweets. He's apparently had second thoughts.
By Jack Morse
![Elon Musk looking frustrated.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00XUOzTkNpqHxRmtehd53qN/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1651083859.jpg)
![Elon Musk looking frustrated.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00XUOzTkNpqHxRmtehd53qN/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1651083859.jpg)
Everything you need to know about Elon Musk buying Twitter
Confused? This should help.
By Jack Morse
![Elon Musk with his arms raised in triumph](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/05pesb7SpF3l6Z3ZCW4CVKc/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1650927262.jpg)
![Elon Musk with his arms raised in triumph](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/05pesb7SpF3l6Z3ZCW4CVKc/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1650927262.jpg)
How to report plagiarized NFTs as stolen art
Someone stole your art and minted it as an NFT. Here's what you can do about it.
By Jack Morse
![Pixel art of the letters "NFT" inside a frame.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02ZKBDUMnxkVIb4t1glwX1i/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1649708019.jpg)
![Pixel art of the letters "NFT" inside a frame.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02ZKBDUMnxkVIb4t1glwX1i/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1649708019.jpg)
Netflix introduces 'two thumbs up' for content you really, really love
Who has two thumbs and a favorite Netflix-exclusive show?
By Jack Morse
![Hand holding a remote in front of a Netflix logo.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04pfwyJxsSmRnh22LYGMEgE/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1649284476.jpg)
![Hand holding a remote in front of a Netflix logo.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04pfwyJxsSmRnh22LYGMEgE/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1649284476.jpg)
Twitter says it's working on an edit button for real
And no, the company insists, Elon Musk isn't responsible.
By Jack Morse
![Twitter logo in flames.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04G5N0YkMcx8oswIZiXuTTx/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1649195753.png)
![Twitter logo in flames.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04G5N0YkMcx8oswIZiXuTTx/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1649195753.png)
Meta insists it just chose a side in the encryption debate
The behemoth formerly known as Facebook just came out hard against client-side scanning. Here's why that matters.
By Jack Morse
![Hands typing on a computer, showing an obscured password.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/05khJgUx5nlGm54i9rVPuXF/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1649182380.jpg)
![Hands typing on a computer, showing an obscured password.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/05khJgUx5nlGm54i9rVPuXF/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1649182380.jpg)
How to stop Spotify from sharing your data, and why you should
Spotify knows every song you've ever listened to, and what it does with your info may surprise you.
By Jack Morse
![Man holding a cellphone, standing between a giant pair of headphones.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/024xRxomJLo1HCZvfMxLEHk/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1649106956.jpg)
![Man holding a cellphone, standing between a giant pair of headphones.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/024xRxomJLo1HCZvfMxLEHk/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1649106956.jpg)
Elon Musk's Twitter stock purchase already paying off (for him)
The richest person alive is good for Twitter in this one specific instance.
By Jack Morse
![Elon Musk stands, with hands clasped and eyes closed, as people look on from afar](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/06JaoGmHIxhVE1p8yAgzZLp/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1649109038.png)
![Elon Musk stands, with hands clasped and eyes closed, as people look on from afar](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/06JaoGmHIxhVE1p8yAgzZLp/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1649109038.png)
The secret Wikipedia prank behind the Pringles mascot's first name
Yes, that mustachioed gent has a name — and its origin story will surprise you.
By Jack Morse
![Two original flavor Pringles cans, showing the mascot.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00D8YdNGv8BVZgpcFaN0kXI/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1648232765.png)
![Two original flavor Pringles cans, showing the mascot.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00D8YdNGv8BVZgpcFaN0kXI/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1648232765.png)
Feds arrest alleged scammers behind notorious NFT rug pull
The two were about to launch a second NFT project when they were arrested.
By Jack Morse
![Screenshot of the OpenSea Frosties collection.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04W5gGrokKB5Ge0jjUWgDTl/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1648158437.png)
![Screenshot of the OpenSea Frosties collection.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04W5gGrokKB5Ge0jjUWgDTl/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1648158437.png)
Apple wants customers to pay subscriptions for iPhones, report claims
The idea of actually owning the smartphone you paid for is so passé.
By Jack Morse
![A smartphone, displaying the Apple Pay logo, held in front of cash.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00Kypfcdls0E4FqdaNCqg1b/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1648145691.jpg)
![A smartphone, displaying the Apple Pay logo, held in front of cash.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00Kypfcdls0E4FqdaNCqg1b/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1648145691.jpg)