Google settles with Texas over data privacy violations
Google agreed to pay nearly $1.4 billion to Texas to settle allegations of violating data privacy rights. The settlement covers allegations of unlawfully tracking and collecting private data of users. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton obtained the settlement, emphasizing that Big Tech is not above the law.
Key Points
- Google agreed to pay nearly $1.4 billion to Texas
- Settlement covers allegations of tracking and collecting private data
- Texas Attorney General highlighted the importance of holding Big Tech accountable
Pros
- Settlement emphasizes the importance of data privacy rights
- Texas Attorney General successfully fought for Texans' privacy
Cons
- Google did not admit any wrongdoing in the settlement