In Brief: DuckDuckGo introduced its first web browser – for Mac in Beta
It blocks ad trackers on 50% of sites, is fast because it uses 60% less data than Chrome, and may be a precurser to a future rollout of a browser for Linux.
It blocks ad trackers on 50% of sites, is fast because it uses 60% less data than Chrome, and may be a precurser to a future rollout of a browser for Linux.
TickTalk Tech has come to an agreement with the US BBB’s Children’s Advertising Review Unit (CARU), which works with brands to gain self-regulatory compliance. The smartwatch company, which had been found in violation of CARU standards for its privacy policy, has now agreed to: 1) clearly disclose data collection practices, 2) ensure the privacy policy is not hidden, 3) explain data retention and deletion practices, and 4) obtain verifiable consent from parents before collecting kids’ data. That’s good practice for any responsible, privacy-forward company to adhere to – and even... Read More >
Biometric lawsuits are increasingly effective, and a current one before the Illinois State Supreme Court could bring ruinous penalties against the food chain, White Castle. The push is on for damages to be cumulative rather than for a single infraction, and if passed, the impact on companies could be severe.
Google is facing another antitrust lawsuit, this time in Canada, specifically focusing on anti-competitive practices in online advertising. The Competition Tribunal has been asked to order Google to sell two of its ad tech tools, prohibit future anti-competitive practices and fine the company billions of dollars. In response, Google points to a highly competitive market offering plenty of alternatives.