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GM, 캘리포니아 운전자의 개인정보 보호 합의로 약 183억 원 지급 합의

General Motors has reached a $12.75 million privacy settlement with California authorities, after allegations of selling driver data without consent. Data shared included personal information and driving behavior collected through GM’s OnStar program. Despite the concerns, California laws prevent insurers from using such data to dictate rates. GM will cease certain data sales for five years and delete existing driver data.

2026年5月9日Explorineer Edit

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GM, 캘리포니아 운전자의 개인정보 보호 합의로 약 183억 원 지급 합의

핵심 정리

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GM reached a $12.75 million settlement over alleged improper sales of driver data.
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The data, including geolocation and driving behaviors, was reportedly shared with data brokers without drivers' consent.
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California law prohibits using driving data to adjust insurance rates, alleviating some driver concerns.
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As part of the settlement, GM will stop selling driving data for five years and delete retained driver data within 180 days.
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The California Attorney General emphasized the illegality of GM's data sales under the state's privacy laws.

The settlement emphasizes the need for companies to adhere to privacy regulations and highlights the ongoing trend of data protection as a priority in the automotive and tech industries.