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Google settles $5bn lawsuit for covert user tracking

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5 months ago

December 30, 2023

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In a groundbreaking resolution, tech giant Google has agreed to pay a staggering $5 billion to settle a lawsuit that accused the company of clandestinely tracking its users’ online activities.

This secretive tracking has raised significant concerns about user privacy and data security.

The settlement marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing battle between tech companies and consumer privacy advocates.

The lawsuit, which had been pending for several years, alleged that Google had surreptitiously collected and used user data without proper consent, violating privacy laws in multiple jurisdictions.

This unsettling revelation ignited outrage among users and sparked a legal battle that has finally culminated in a massive settlement agreement.

Under the terms of the settlement, Google not only agrees to pay the hefty $5 billion but also commits to implementing stricter privacy measures to safeguard user data.

These measures are expected to include enhanced user consent mechanisms and greater transparency regarding data collection practices. Google’s willingness to take such action is seen as a significant step toward addressing the concerns of regulators and users alike.

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Portal between countries shut down after international flashing

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4 hours ago

May 16, 2024

Nathan Langridge

An international video portal has been forced to shut down after an OnlyFans model reportedly flashed passersby from across the globe.

On this episode of Ahron and Mike Live – Which would you prefer; pay rise or work perks, an international portal closes, the military reveal a submarine stingray and are you on a top or bottom burger bun?

Ticker’s Ahron Young & Mike Loder discuss. #featured #trending

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Is cloud technology the solution for every organisation’s needs?

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5 hours ago

May 16, 2024

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Amidst the dominance of cloud technologies in the tech landscape, questions are rising over applicability and its cost implications.

As businesses increasingly migrate to cloud technologies, skepticism is brewing over whether it’s the optimal solution for every organisational need.

Additionally, the notion of “free” cloud services is being challenged, highlighting the importance of understanding the true costs and benefits associated with cloud adoption.

Harsha Patil, Engineering manager, California USA shares his key insights on the cloud conundrum. #featured

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Does American media have TikTok bias?

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11 hours ago

May 16, 2024

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While the fate of TikTok remains uncertain in the U.S.—there is no shortage of possibilities.

Several investors are hoping to benefit from a new federal law that requires TikTok’s China-based parent company to sell the popular platform or face a ban.

This comes after ByteDance and TikTok filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government to block the law from going into effect.

Meanwhile, eight TikTok creators filed their own challenge, arguing the law violates their First Amendment rights to free speech.

But as the saga continues many media outlets are defending the platform.

David Zhang from China Insider joins Veronica Dudo to discuss. #IN AMERICA TODAY #trending #TikTok #TikTokban #socialmedia #China