Google Targeted in Privacy Complaint by 6 European Nations
Google's new privacy policy is under attack from regulators in its largest European markets, which are bringing legal action to force the company to overhaul its practices.
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4 Smart Steps to Stymie the Scammers and Snoopers
It's easier than ever for con artists to swipe your sensitive financial information -- and then use it to decide if you're a good target for a scam. But the war isn't lost: Consider these easy strategies to protect yourself.
Want to Protect Your Online Privacy? Too Late
Recently, companies have begun to ask potential employees to hand over their Facebook passwords, and the backlash has been loud, widespread and angry. Too bad we hardly have any online privacy left to save.
Google Privacy Settlement Unlikely to Lead to Big Change
Google has agreed to a privacy program -- including independent audits, but no monetary fees -- to settle Federal Trade Commission privacy charges around its Buzz service. Consumer protection groups say the deal isn't strong enough to lead to widespread change.
