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GM to pay $220 million after selling customer Smart Driver data

Jonathan M. Gitlin
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General Motors has agreed to a $220 million settlement following allegations that it sold customer driving data to insurance companies without proper consent. The practice involved the 'Smart Driver' program, which tracked vehicle usage and shared it with third-party insurers.

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This case highlights growing concerns over consumer privacy and the monetization of personal data by automotive manufacturers.

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