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DraftKings player sues company over data sharing in New York
A class action lawsuit was filed in the US District Court for the Southern District of New York, with Jeffrey Wan accusing DraftKings of secretly sharing customer data with Facebook.
DraftKings, a leading online sportsbook in the US, states in its privacy policy that it shares customer data with third parties. However, according to Wan, DraftKings used Facebook’s tracking tools, like Facebook Pixel and conversions API, to monitor bettors’ interests in specific games. According to the suit, Wan never agreed to share his personal information or viewing history with Facebook, which, if proven true, would be a violation of the Video Privacy Protection Act (VPPA).
This lawsuit adds to DraftKings’ growing legal troubles. The company is also facing a lawsuit from a former employee who claims he was fired for requesting parental leave and from a New Jersey woman who alleges the company encouraged her husband’s gambling habits, leading him to lose nearly $1 million. Additionally, DraftKings recently paid a $200,000 penalty for violating securities regulations.
Wan’s lawsuit highlights growing concerns over privacy violations in the digital age, especially regarding how online platforms handle user data. With DraftKings facing mounting legal challenges, this case could set a significant precedent for how companies protect customer information and ensure transparency in data-sharing practices with third parties.
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