We've all seen the privacy breaches in the news from social media and smart gadgets. I think these instances will only get worse as our lives get increasingly "smart". The data these devices gather is invaluable to corporations and advertising companies. Do you feel okay with giving up your privacy for the sake of convenience?
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Hammond
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I have never been okay with giving up my privacy but most of these 'smart' gadgets make us sacrifice this for the sake of convenience. After all, personal data is only dangerous when it lands in the wrong hands.
GamerGlitter
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I question why they need the data and what they plan to do with it. If the data is collected for my benefit and only my benefit, then I have no problem with it. However, I strongly object to the collection of my data to sell to others or to... See more
PettyBoop
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I go back and forth on this one. I don't think it's okay to make a profit off my information if I've paid for the device or service. If something is being used for free though, I'm more accepting of companies selling the information for... See more