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FTC to accuse Facebook of misusing phone numbers and facial recognition

The FTC is expected to accuse Fb of mishandling phone numbers and a facial reputation tool.
The FTC is expected to accuse Facebook of mishandling phone numbers and a facial recognition tool.

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Author: Christine Fisher

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