Google's $93M Puzzle: Location, Litigations & the Tech Landscape Shift

Google settles for $93M with California over location data issues.

California claims Google misled users about collecting location data for ads.

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The tech giant cites updated policies and transparency tools from 2022.

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Location data drives Google's personalized ad strategy, shaping user profiles.

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Google reportedly tracked locations, even with "location history" off.

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Settlement urges Google to openly disclose location data use in ads. Awaiting court's green light.

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From antitrust claims to inflated app pricing, Google's in hot waters.

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Google points to Apple's default search choice as a nod to its quality.

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Google's trials could redefine the tech industry's roadmap.

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