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PayPal to use personal data for AI model training

PayPal is updating its privacy policy to allow the use of personal information for training AI models. The company stated that this data will be used to enhance its services, improve security, and personalize user experiences. Additionally, PayPal will employ automated decision-making for risk analysis, fraud prevention, and risk management. AI

IMPACT This policy change raises concerns about data privacy and the potential for personal information to be used in AI training, impacting user trust and data handling practices.

RANK_REASON The item discusses a policy change by a company regarding data usage for AI, which falls under commentary on industry practices.

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PayPal to use personal data for AI model training

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  1. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    PayPal is changing their Privacy Policy, and they may use Personal Information to train their AI models. Specifically they state: "AI and Automated Decision Mak

    PayPal is changing their Privacy Policy, and they may use Personal Information to train their AI models. Specifically they state: "AI and Automated Decision Making. We may use Personal Information to train our artificial intelligence (AI) models that power our Services and help u…