We Read 150 Privacy Policies. They Were an Incomprehensible Disaster.

4/23/2020

This interactive opinion piece from The New York Times discusses the privacy policies of Facebook and Google. It highlights how these tech giants have collected vast amounts of personal data from their users and the potential risks and consequences associated with it. The article emphasizes the lack of transparency in their privacy policies and raises concerns about the exploitation of personal information for targeted advertising and potential manipulation. It also explores the current regulatory landscape and the need for stronger privacy protection measures. Overall, the article sheds light on the complex issue of privacy in the digital age and calls for greater accountability and transparency from these tech companies.

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