Role of Consumer Privacy Ombudsman in Data Sales During Bankruptcy Explained
· 1h ago · Originally reported by PPC Land
A consumer privacy ombudsman is a neutral expert appointed by US courts during bankruptcy cases to advise on the sale of customer data when privacy policies are involved. Their role is to ensure that consumer privacy is protected before any transfer of data occurs.
Why it matters
This matters because, during bankruptcies, companies may try to sell customer data, and the ombudsman helps ensure that privacy promises made to consumers are respected.
Explain it like I’m new here
It's like having a referee to make sure your secrets aren't shared when a company you trusted goes out of business.
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