Avast fined $16.5 million for ‘privacy’ software that actually sold users’ browsing data

Avast, a security firm, has been fined $16.5 million for privacy software that sold users’ browsing data.
The fine was imposed due to the company’s violation of user privacy.
Despite being a security and privacy software provider, Avast was found to be selling user data, leading to this significant fine.
This incident highlights the importance of data privacy and the potential consequences of violating it.
It serves as a reminder for companies to uphold their commitment to user privacy and data protection.