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How Everyday Apps Feed Police Surveillance
Bloomberg Markets·November 8, 2026·1 min read
Bloomberg investigative journalist Ryan Gallagher revealed on Bloomberg This Weekend that location data from everyday smartphone apps is sold to law enforcement, often without user knowledge. Penlink's surveillance technology tracks phones using commercially obtained data, fueling calls for stronger privacy protections and oversight. The segment aired with hosts David Gura and Christina Ruffini.
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