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Meta and Google apps collect most user data, study finds · 2 sources tracked

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A recent study has revealed that Meta and Google's mobile applications collect significantly more user data than their competitors. Meta's platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube, were found to be the most voracious data consumers, followed closely by Google's suite of apps like Google Maps. This extensive data collection occurs across both Android and iOS operating systems. AI

IMPACT This finding highlights potential privacy concerns for users of popular mobile applications, prompting scrutiny of data handling practices.

RANK_REASON The cluster reports on the data collection practices of existing mobile applications, not a new AI release or significant industry shift.

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Meta and Google apps collect most user data, study finds · 2 sources tracked

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COVERAGE [2]

  1. The Register — AI TIER_1 English(EN) ·

    Meta and Google mobile apps gorge on user data: Study

    Zuck's empire declares triple the appetite of Apple or Microsoft, while Google packs the leaderboard, dev survey shows

  2. The Register — AI TIER_1 English(EN) ·

    Study finds Meta and Google mobile apps gorge on user data

    Zuck's empire declares triple the appetite of Apple or Microsoft, while Google packs the leaderboard, survey shows

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