‘Creepy’ Listening Tool for Targeted Ads Didn’t Actually Work, FTC Says

Wired Security·55d·Reputable

Three firms will pay nearly $1 million for selling “Active Listening” technology that they claimed tapped people’s phones for advertising. The FTC alleges the “tech” was just pricey email lists.

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5/21/2026, 9:35:52 PM

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6/10/2026, 9:19:29 AM

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reputable · 80/100

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