Hacker News with Generative AI: Consumer Privacy

Kroger's Shopper Profiles: Why You May Be Paying More Than Your Neighbors (consumerreports.org)
Thanks to a state law, some consumers can find out what info companies collect and share about them. In Kroger’s case, the answers could have a direct impact on your pocketbook.
Consumer Privacy, Data Sharing, Retail, Pricing, Consumer Reports
12 points by johnshades 2 days ago | 9 comments
CFPB Kills Rule to Shield Americans from Data Brokers (wired.com)
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has canceled plans to introduce new rules designed to limit the ability of US data brokers to sell sensitive information about Americans, including financial data, credit history, and Social Security numbers.
Consumer Privacy, Data Security, Finance, Government Regulation, US Politics
12 points by spenvo 9 days ago | 0 comments
Cars and Consumer Data: On Unlawful Collection and Use (ftc.gov)
Consumer Privacy, Law, Data Collection
42 points by rntn 367 days ago | 3 comments