News and Trends in the Data Broker and Privacy Industry

Industry News

April 8, 2026

11 min read

How Dating Apps Collect, Store, and Sometimes Sell Your Most Personal Data

Dating apps collect vast personal information. They gather profiles, photos, messages, precise location, and device…

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Industry News

April 8, 2026

7 min read

How Colleges and Universities Share Student Data With Third Parties

Colleges and universities share student data through several common channels. They use the school official…

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Industry News

April 7, 2026

13 min read

From Data Exposed to Identity Stolen: A Real-World Timeline

Cybersecurity threats have grown fast over recent years. Data exposure and identity theft affect millions…

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Data Removal

April 1, 2026

10 min read

Why Data Brokers Re-List Your Information After You’ve Already Removed It

Data brokers collect your personal information from many sources, such as public records, social media,…

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Industry News

March 27, 2026

14 min read

The Permanent Internet: Why Old Data Never Really Goes Away

You may think deleting a photo or post makes it disappear for good. The truth…

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Industry News

March 26, 2026

14 min read

Why Deleting a Social Media Account Doesn’t Delete Your Data

Deleting a social media account does not mean your user data disappears right away. Social…

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Industry News

March 25, 2026

11 min read

Your Digital Shadow: Data Being Collected About You Without Your Knowledge

Your digital shadow follows you everywhere online. Each time you visit a website, your actions…

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Industry News

March 24, 2026

11 min read

Are Background Check Companies Different From Data Brokers? (The Answer May Surprise You)

You often hear about background checks and data brokers, but these services are not always…

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Industry News

March 24, 2026

11 min read

How Insurance Companies Use Data Brokers to Set Your Rates Without Telling You

You may wonder why your insurance rates feel unfair. You fill out forms, but you…

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Industry News

March 24, 2026

8 min read

The Direct Connection Between Data Brokers and Your Spam Call Problem

Data brokers collect your personal information from places like social media, online shopping sites, and…

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