Avast sold privacy software, then sold users’ web browsing data, FTC alleges

[ad_1] After promising that its software would shield internet users from third-party tracking, Avast allegedly harvested and sold customers’ online browsing data, according to the Federal Trade Commission.  The maker of antivirus software deceived customers by claiming it would protect their privacy, while not making clear it would collect and sell their “detailed, re-identifiable browsing…

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Justice Department set to take antitrust action against Ticketmaster parent Live Nation

[ad_1] The Justice Department is set to file an antitrust lawsuit against entertainment conglomerate Live Nation as early as Thursday, multiple sources familiar with the matter confirmed to CBS News.  The federal government will be joined in its legal challenge by several state attorneys general. Prosecutors are expected to challenge the Ticketmaster parent company’s practices…

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John Legend and “Wild Kingdom” TV Host Rae Wynn-Grant discuss her new memoir published by Legend’s imprint

[ad_1] John Legend, known for his Grammy-winning music career and social activism, is taking steps to highlight diverse voices through his publishing company, Get Lifted Books. Its latest release is “Wild Life: Finding My Purpose in an Untamed World,” a memoir by wildlife ecologist Rae Wynn-Grant. The book covers her remarkable 20-year career, her experiences…

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King Charles returns to public work with a visit to a London cancer center

[ad_1] London — Britain’s King Charles III returned to his official public duties Tuesday for the first time since he started undergoing treatment for cancer in February. Charles and Queen Camilla visited a hospital and specialist cancer treatment center to lend their to support to the staff and patients there. Buckingham Palace announced the king’s imminent…

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