Misuse of personal data is leading driver of distrust in tech

Rob Clapp

An overview of the causes of public distrust in the tech industry.

Misusing personal data is the leading cause of public distrust in the tech industry, according to the latest research from Dentsu Aegis Network. Across 24 countries, nearly two-thirds said the misuse of their data is a main cause for not trusting the tech industry. In response, over three-quarters of people have tried to limit their online footprint.

This is far above second-place, where automation/not creating enough jobs and pursuing innovation for its own sake were tied, at 26%. In last place, only 16% of respondents said they believed workforce diversity and not paying enough tax were...

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