US says troops were targeted with location data, as senator warns ad industry is a ‘national security threat’

The US has reported that troops were targeted using location data, prompting a senator to declare the adtech industry a potential national security threat. This statement highlights growing concerns over the misuse of personal data and its implications for military safety.

The senator's warning suggests that the adtech industry's practices may pose risks not only to individual privacy but also to national security, indicating a need for stricter regulations and oversight in the sector to protect sensitive information.