X (formerly Twitter) to Collect User Biometric Data and Employment History

X, formerly known as Twitter, will begin collecting biometric data and information on users' employment and education history starting next month. The platform's updated privacy policy states that the biometric data collection will be for X Premium users and will be used for safety, security, and identification purposes. X did not specify the type of biometric data it plans to collect, but it can include facial images, fingerprints, and iris patterns. The company also mentioned that it may collect employment and education history to recommend jobs, share with potential employers, enable employers to find candidates, and show relevant advertising. This update comes as X faces a proposed class action lawsuit over allegations of collecting biometric information without consent.