Danie van der Merwe on Nostr: Avast fined $16.5 million for ‘privacy’ software that actually sold users’ ...
Avast fined $16.5 million for ‘privacy’ software that actually sold users’ browsing data
From at least 2014 to 2020, Avast harvested user web browsing information through its antivirus software and browser extension, according to the FTC’s complaint. This allowed it to collect data on religious beliefs, health concerns, political views, ...continues
See https://gadgeteer.co.za/avast-fined-16-5-million-for-privacy-software-that-actually-sold-users-browsing-data/
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From at least 2014 to 2020, Avast harvested user web browsing information through its antivirus software and browser extension, according to the FTC’s complaint. This allowed it to collect data on religious beliefs, health concerns, political views, ...continues
See https://gadgeteer.co.za/avast-fined-16-5-million-for-privacy-software-that-actually-sold-users-browsing-data/
#privacy #technology