The Lawfare Podcast Justin Sherman on Senator Wyden’s Investigation of Near Intelligence Inc.
Feb 28, 2024
Senator Wyden's investigation exposed a data broker aiding anti-abortion groups in targeted messaging at Planned Parenthood visitors. Justin Sherman discusses the data broker ecosystem, lack of federal legislation, and potential FTC actions. They explore the invasive practices, privacy concerns, gaps in laws, and the selling of location data without user consent to government entities.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Investigating Anti-Abortion Targeting with Location Data
03:16 • 17min
Analysis of Existing Laws, Salon-Quality Manicure Sets, Weight-Loss Plans, and Finance App Endorsements
20:05 • 4min
Legislation in Massachusetts to Protect Location Data Privacy
24:00 • 3min
Investigation into Near Intelligence's Selling of Location Data to Government Entities
26:34 • 14min
Investigation of Near Intelligence Inc. and Privacy Law Considerations
40:28 • 6min