Experts and consumer advocates are worried about a cash giveaway by online retailer Temu, where participants must agree to surrender significant amounts of personal data.
The giveaway has gained attention on social media, with users sharing links to earn cash rewards. However, critics are concerned about the terms and conditions, which allow Temu to use participants’ personal information for advertising indefinitely.
While Temu defends its actions as standard industry practice, experts caution that giving away such sensitive data for cash rewards may not be worth it, especially considering potential privacy risks.
The Information Commissioner’s Office is looking into the matter, emphasizing the importance of transparency and informed consent when collecting personal data.
This situation highlights broader concerns about the increasing trend of apps collecting excessive data from users and the need for individuals to carefully consider the implications of sharing their personal information.
Source : BBC
https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-68675652