A New York-based social media startup is seeking to set itself apart from mainstream tech practices by taking a strict stance on data privacy.
The company is a minimalist when it comes to data collection, according to Nick Janicki, director of media relations at Gan Jing World, an entertainment platform established in the United States last July by former Silicon Valley executives.
Gan Jing’s commitment starts with allowing the use of its app without a registered account. This feature was enabled last month. Liking or sharing a video doesn’t require registration, either. Commenting on a video, however, will require an account for maintaining community guidelines. Even for that, Gan Jing is exploring other technical solutions to lift the requirement, said Janicki, adding that the startup only collects data to meet legal requirements and essential functionality needs, such as an email address to confirm registration….