Google says a scam network made thousands of fake businesses on Google Maps to collect and sell user data

By Business Insider   |   1 month ago
Google says a scam network made thousands of fake businesses on Google Maps to collect and sell user data

Google filed a lawsuit against a man in Maryland for creating fake business listings on Google Maps. The man and his associates allegedly collected users' personal information from these listings and sold it to marketers. Lead generation scams like this can harm consumers, and it's crucial to verify business information before contacting them.

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