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The FTC has taken action against data brokers Gravy Analytics and Mobilewalla for illegally collecting and selling sensitive information about American residents, including geolocation data from sensitive locations such as places of worship, abortion clinics, and political events. The FTC’s actions aim to protect consumer privacy and limit the collection of sensitive data from vulnerable locations. This highlights the increasing concerns regarding data privacy and the need for stricter regulations on data brokers. The settlements highlight the importance of responsible data handling and compliance with privacy regulations.

A data broker, SL Data Services, exposed 644,869 sensitive files, including background checks, in a publicly accessible cloud storage container. The files contained personal information like names, addresses, phone numbers, and criminal histories. This highlights the risks of data brokers and the need for individuals to protect their personal information.