As long as enterprises have tracked internet users’ behavior and life, marketeers have explained that data is needed for personalised advertisements. They claim personal ads, rather than broadcasting the same ads to all people like on television, are beneficial for everyone. Why is it … Read >
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Tipping point for online ads: already half of users block them
Online advertising industry must be doing something wrong if half of all internet users have ad blockers on their mobile devices and computers. Digital 2020 Global Overview report produced by a consortium of publishers, marketeers, consultancies and social media companies indicates that online citizens not only worry about their privacy … Read >
Criminals have discovered a way to skim credit card data from online stores
The annual hyperactive shopping season starts from Black Friday in late November and will continue to early January. News of hacked online stores that leak customers’ credit card and personal data to criminals are not welcomed by e-commerce merchants just now. Unfortunately, that’s exactly what is going on. Here is … Read >
Hey Google, when will your engineers resolve the AdSense account access problem?
I’m not 100% sure, but because I have been in similar situation with other Google products before, I think that AdSense doesn’t like the fact that I travel for work. During the last four weeks, Google AdSense advertising service has kindly, but somewhat confusingly informed me that our account is … Read >
Tips for avoiding security risks in private tourist apartments
Travelers who use accommodation sharing and booking services, like Airbnb or Booking.com knowingly or unknowingly take many risks. Adventures and excitement are part of travel, but when a traveler really needs to rest in a safe haven, nasty surprises are not welcome. Misleading information and on-the-spot extra charges are widely … Read >
Hotel booking services deserve to be scrutinized
When I travel, I actually don’t require much from the place I stay. If it is only one night, no hassle with peace and quiet is at the top of the priority list. If it is a long stay in a destination, where I work as well, it is crucial … Read >