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And We Haven't Even Gotten To Deep Fakes Yet
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You're being manipulated. Websites and businesses use things like pre-checked boxes and hidden fees that don't show up until you've already clicked through most of a purchase to invade your privacy and bank account. They're called "dark patterns," and there's a bipartisan bill aimed at combating them, although the FTC will have to enforce the law. Why it's legal to deliberately screw people over in the first place is an unfortunate by-product of the government being unwilling or just not able to grasp the need for dealing with the problem. (Los Angeles Times)
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