Avast, the cybersecurity software company, is facing a $16.5 million fine after it was caught storing and selling customer information without their consent. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced the fine on Thursday and said that it’s banning Avast from selling user data for advertising purposes.

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    8 months ago

    Google execs knew this motto will just get in the way of maximizing profits for shareholders, so they dropped it a few years ago.