⚙️ Smart Meter Failures in Germany Could Mean Compensation for Users
German consumer group VZBV urges compensation for smart meter failures, noting financial impacts on users with dynamic tariffs.
https://www.byte-pulse.net/article/smart-meter-failures-in-germany-could-mean-compensation-for-users
Before you accept the official Bose trade-in offer, read this. We went through the process and uncovered a hidden catch that strips your statutory rights, leaves you with a feature downgrade, and a "Bose tax" just to keep music in your room.
There is a better way to handle it. Full investigation breakdown on the site now. 👇
#Bose #SoundTouch #ConsumerRights #TechNews #SmartHome #Audio
Bose SoundTouch UK trade-in scheme exposed as a "corporate trap" stripping consumer statutory rights and pushing expensive, downgraded hardware onto affected users.
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How does one, can one, buy milk...or anything.. anonymously? Physical stores have cameras, trackers, data gatherers(wifi, bt, gait, etc). Delivery service tag your payment info, drop off location, deliverer camera, etc.
#eff #privacy #consumerrights #enshitification #privacy #milk
as always caveat emptor #Laptop #PCGaming #Windows #Macintosh #Linux #ConsumerRights
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Sony Faces Class-Action Lawsuit Over "Double Recovery" of Tariff Costs
Sony faces a lawsuit for allegedly charging customers twice for PS5 hardware tariffs and then seeking refunds from the government.
#SonyLawsuit, #PS5Tariffs, #ConsumerRights, #ClassAction, #PlayStation
https://newsletter.tf/sony-sued-for-double-charging-ps5-tariffs/
Sony is being sued for allegedly double-charging customers for PS5 tariffs, a situation that could impact many gamers.
#SonyLawsuit, #PS5Tariffs, #ConsumerRights, #ClassAction, #PlayStation
https://newsletter.tf/sony-sued-for-double-charging-ps5-tariffs/
I'm trapped in a retirement flat with a £20k service charge. I fear I'll never sell
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EPIC Report Highlights Failures in Data Brokers and AI Firms’ Opt-Out Processes
📰 Original title: Data Brokers’ and AI Firms’ Opt-Out Forms Are Built to Fail, Report Finds
🤖 IA: It's clickbait ⚠️
👥 Users: It's clickbait ⚠️
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A recent report by the Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC) reveals that 38 major data-collecting companies in the U.S.—including AI vendors, data brokers, defense contractors, and dating apps—employ manipulative practices that hinder consumers from opting out of data collection and sharing. The study identifies multiple tactics such as buried links, multiple forms, account or subscription requirements, and misleading toggles. High-profile companies like Google, Meta, OpenAI, Amazon, and Palantir were scrutinized for failing to provide clear, accessible opt-out options. People-search sites like Spokeo, Whitepages, and National Public Data offer limited removal options but continue selling personal data, raising safety concerns highlighted by past criminal cases. EPIC argues that opt-out mechanisms are often insufficient for protecting vulnerable populations, including domestic violence survivors, women of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and public officials. The report concludes that reducing unnecessary data collection is more effective than improving opt-out forms alone. Some companies disputed EPIC’s findings, noting that they do not sell data or provide alternative privacy controls, but the study emphasizes that current processes remain confusing, inconsistent, and potentially unsafe for consumers.
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