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Google Chrome AI API Used for Tracking Without Consent

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Google Chrome's AI API is reportedly being used for device fingerprinting and tracking without user consent, violating EU privacy laws. Approximately 30% of the top 100 global English-language websites are allegedly employing this API for profiling and advertising purposes. This practice was previously warned about months ago. AI

IMPACT Potential for increased regulatory scrutiny and user distrust in AI-powered browser features.

RANK_REASON The item discusses the alleged misuse of an existing product feature (Google Chrome's AI API) for tracking and privacy violations, rather than a new release or significant industry event.

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Google Chrome AI API Used for Tracking Without Consent

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    As I warned about months ago now, I can confirm that Google Chrome's # AI API is now actively being used for device fingerprinting and tracking purposes. Out of

    As I warned about months ago now, I can confirm that Google Chrome's # AI API is now actively being used for device fingerprinting and tracking purposes. Out of 100 of the top global english language content sites - around 30% are actively using the API for fingerprinting, Google…

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