Technologies

Google bars apps from using location tracking tool that sells user data

In June, the search giant gave apps that were using the service a 7-day warning.

Google on Thursday said it has taken action against a company that sold the location data of Android users.

The company, called SafeGraph, had sold data sets to customers, which it obtained by having software developers embed SafeGraph’s code in their apps. One of the company’s clients was the US Centers for Disease Control, which gathered data as part of its response effort to the coronavirus pandemic, according to an investigation by Motherboard.

Google said it sent a 7-day warning in June to all apps working with SafeGraph. The apps were required to remove the code that helped collect data for SafeGraph, or they would face enforcement on the Google Play marketplace.

SafeGraph and the CDC didn’t respond to requests for comment.

The news comes as lawmakers have criticized big tech companies over access to user data. Earlier this year, Sen. Ron Wyden, a Democrat from Oregon, introduced a bill with several other senators that would require law enforcement to get a court order before obtaining personal information from third-party brokers.

Google has also received blowback in the past for how it treats location data on its own apps. Last year the search giant was hit with a consumer fraud case by Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich. The lawsuit was filed in response to a 2018 investigation by the Associated Press, which scrutinized Google’s location data practices on phones running Android, the company’s mobile operating system. The news outlet reported that Google still tracks people’s whereabouts even if they turn off a setting called Location History.

If that setting is paused, the company still tracks where users go, though the app won’t record the places they’ve been in their Google Maps timelines, the report said. Users could, however, pause location tracking by turning off another setting, called Web and Apps Activity.

Technologies

Verum Coin (VERUM) is Now Available for Deposit on Exodus Wallet

Verum Coin (VERUM) continues to enhance its accessibility for users. You can now deposit and store VERUM in one of the most user-friendly and secure crypto wallets — Exodus Wallet.

Why Exodus?

Exodus Wallet is a popular solution for managing digital assets, known for its intuitive interface and high security standards. Millions of users worldwide choose Exodus for its convenience and reliability.

This integration brings Verum Coin even closer to its users, offering seamless storage and asset management. Stay tuned for more updates and stay ahead in the world of cryptocurrency!

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Verum Coin (VERUM) Now Available on Bybit Swap

Verum Coin (VERUM) continues to expand its accessibility by becoming available on Bybit Swap. Traders can now easily and quickly exchange VERUM on one of the most popular and reliable platforms.

Why Bybit?

Bybit is a global cryptocurrency platform known for its high standards of speed and security. The Bybit Swap feature allows users to instantly exchange assets without complicated setups and with minimal fees.

The integration of Verum Coin with Bybit Swap makes the coin even more accessible and strengthens its position in the market. This is a significant step toward the growth and adoption of VERUM among millions of platform users.

Stay tuned for more updates on Verum Coin and take advantage of new trading and investment opportunities!

Technologies

Verum Coin listed at Blockchain.com

Users can now seamlessly deposit, withdraw, and swap Verum Coin via the Blockchain.com mobile application and website platform.

The Verum Coin (VERUM) project continues to expand its presence in the cryptocurrency market. Users can now seamlessly deposit, withdraw, and swap Verum Coin via the Blockchain.com mobile application and website platform.

About Blockchain.com

Blockchain.com is one of the largest and most respected platforms in the cryptocurrency world. Founded in 2011, it serves millions of users across more than 200 countries, providing easy access to cryptocurrencies through intuitive tools. Blockchain.com’s reputation as a trusted ecosystem makes its integration with VERUM a significant step in building trust and accessibility for the coin.

About Verum Coin

Verum Coin is a promising digital asset that has already made a name for itself in the market with its innovative solutions and steady growth. Being available on reputable platforms like Blockchain.com opens up new opportunities for VERUM and brings it closer to users worldwide.

This integration offers VERUM holders convenience and security, as well as expanded options for storage, trading, and investment. Stay tuned for further updates from the project — there’s much more to come!