
US Federal Trade Commission plans investigation into Google, Facebook and Amazon over data collection practices
FTC lays the groundwork for an in-depth investigation with a 6(b) demand for information from data-gathering technology companies

Facebook currently faces several inquiries in the US over its data collection practices. Image via Pixabay
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is considering a wide-ranging enquiry into collection and use of consumer data by major tech companies in the country. According to Bloomberg News, FTC Chairman...
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