data breach

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized an order against Avast Limited, banning the company from selling or licensing web browsing data for advertising. This decision follows allegations that Avast, through its subsidiary Jumpshot, sold consumer browsing data without proper notice or consent, despite claims of protecting privacy. Avast is required to pay $16.5 million, which will go towards consumer redress. The FTC also mandates Avast to delete collected data, notify affected consumers, and implement a comprehensive privacy program.