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Dark Patterns: Companies Trick You into Sharing Data
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- May 21, 2026
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- 135
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Summary
EPICs report reveals how major companies like Google, Meta, Amazon, and TikTok use dark patterns to make opting out of data collection and sharing difficult. These tactics, such as hiding opt-out links and using confusing language, can have serious real-world consequences, including stalking and harassment. Despite laws requiring opt-out options in twenty states, these deceptive practices persist. Tools like the Global Privacy Control can help, but companies must stop manipulative tactics and regulators need to enforce stricter rules. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a358da20ad0b7c17