Jonny Bonner reports: Google has renewed its objections to a class action alleging that it intercepts emails and eavesdrops on online users in violation of California privacy laws. In a brief filed in San Jose, the tech giant says two lead plaintiffs took “isolated words out of context” and misapplied state law, which “does not…
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Verizon Sued For Defending Alleged BitTorrent Pirates
Ernesto writes: A group of adult movie companies is suing Verizon for failing to hand over the personal details of alleged BitTorrent pirates. The provider systematically refuses to comply with court-ordered subpoenas and the copyright holders see these actions as more than just an attempt to protect its customers. According to the them, Verizon’s objections…
Consumer Reports Allegedly Tracking Its Online Readers While Warning Against The Practice
George Gombossy reports: Consumer Reports, the Bible for consumers, is accused of tracking visitors to its web site while warning its readers against the tracking practice. AdAge says Consumer Reports uses the same kinds of tracking codes as businesses, but instead of using it to sell advertising it’s used to help sell subscriptions. Read more on CTWatchdog….
Privacy groups call for Facebook changes U-turn
BBC reports: Two US privacy groups have asked Facebook to reconsider proposed changes to its terms of service that they say violate commitments to protect users. The social network plans to end user voting on its privacy policy, and allow the sharing of information across its services. Facebook is also planning to get rid of…