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AI firms use fake forms to sell user data, study finds

A recent privacy study revealed that AI companies and data brokers are employing deceptive tactics to continue selling consumer data. These entities are reportedly using fake opt-out forms to mislead individuals who wish to prevent the sale of their personal information. The audit examined numerous opt-out processes, uncovering deliberate attempts to obstruct data privacy. AI

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IMPACT Highlights unethical data collection practices by AI firms, potentially impacting user trust and driving regulatory scrutiny.

RANK_REASON The cluster reports on findings from a privacy study concerning data selling practices. [lever_c_demoted from research: ic=1 ai=0.7]

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    AI companies and data brokers even resort to fake forms to keep selling our data Act surprised! A new privacy study has found that data brokers and AI companies

    AI companies and data brokers even resort to fake forms to keep selling our data Act surprised! A new privacy study has found that data brokers and AI companies deliberately deceive consumers who attempt to opt out of the sale of their personal data. An audit of the opt-out proce…