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US Military disables ad trackers over troop safety fears
Original: US Military disables ad trackers amid concerns over troops' safety
The US military has disabled advertising trackers across its networks amid warnings they could expose service members' locations and put their safety at risk. The move follows heightened concerns that such data could be exploited by adversaries, with Iran cited as a particular worry. Observers say it highlights how commercial ad technology can create serious security vulnerabilities for armed forces personnel.
Why now: Growing security concerns that ad tracking data could reveal troops' locations to adversaries, especially amid tensions with Iran.
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