The court dismissed claims Google misled consumers when it changed the wording of its privacy policy that expanded its scope on collecting and using personal data.
Xnspy, a stealthy phone monitoring app has no compunction about operating under the guise of helping parents monitor kids’ activity. But it is actually often used for spying on a spouse or domestic partner, and in the meantime is helping itself to data from user iPhones and Android devices.
Apple claims there was no serious breach, so wants the fine reduced and the final penalty amount not published.
It’s tough to get brand safety right, but the industry keeps trying. IPG Mediabrands announced a new set of tools to find and block inappropriate ad placements, while IAS expanded its suitability measurements to include standards from the Global Alliance for Responsible Media (GARM). Meanwhile, DoubleVerify admitted a mistake made brand safety on X/Twitter look worse than it really was in October 2023 and March 2024.