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Fitness Trackers Fail Basic Privacy Protections, EFF Finds

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from EFF ·

EFF's latest EFFector newsletter reveals that most fitness trackers lack transparency reports and key privacy safeguards. The report covers smartwatches, rings, and bands from major companies. It calls for stronger data protection measures as wearable health device ownership surges.

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The report underscores a persistent gap between consumer trust and industry practice, but the lack of specific company names or breach examples limits actionable pressure.
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