The FTC announced a proposed settlement with Venntel and Gravy Analytics, alleging they violated the FTC Act by selling sensitive consumer location data without user consent.
Fog Data Science's software allows police to trace devices around locations such as abortion clinics, raising concerns about its potential misuse in prosecuting abortion-related cases.
Samuel Levine stated that 'surreptitious surveillance by data brokers undermines our civil liberties,' highlighting risks for various vulnerable populations due to location tracking.
If enforced, the settlement will stop Gravy Analytics and Venntel from selling or using sensitive location data, significantly impacting their business practices.
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