Consumer advocates are alleging the social media giant didn’t get adequate consent to collect data from people using Google’s tools, including Analytics and Ad Manager, as well as those that don’t require a Google account, like its Maps or Search products. (La Presse)
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Consumer advocates are alleging the social media giant didn’t get adequate consent to collect data from people using Google’s tools, including Analytics and Ad Manager, as well as those that don’t require a Google account, like its Maps or Search products. (La Presse)
Talking point: Option consommateurs, the group leading the lawsuit, estimates that millions of Quebecers are affected. The non-profit is seeking $50 million in punitive damages from Google, in addition to reimbursing users for the value of their data that the company collected. It’s the latest lawsuit against Google over similar practices in other jurisdictions, including California; Washington, D.C.; Texas; and Indiana. A Google representative didn’t respond to The Logic’s request for comment.
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