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General Motors settles for $220 million over private driver data sales

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 29
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What happened

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General Motors agreed to pay $220 million to settle allegations that it illegally sold consumers’ private driver behavior and location data. The data, collected by GM’s OnStar Smart Driver, was sold to data brokers who then provided it to insurance companies to help set rates for customers. The settlement also requires General Motors to obtain express consent from consumers before collecting or disclosing this type of data.

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Why it matters

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The settlement, which was led by Attorney General Kathy Jennings, establishes new requirements for how General Motors handles consumer data. Delaware will receive $4,726,779 from the agreement.

Multiple data privacy issues have recently emerged, including allegations against General Motors from the FTC and a lawsuit in Texas against Allstate.

From delaware.gov

Who's involved

  • Kathy JenningsLed a coalition of attorneys general challenging General Motors' data practices.
  • General MotorsAgreed to the $220 million settlement regarding the sale of consumer data.
  • DelawareThe state where Attorney General Kathy Jennings acts as legal representative.
  • OnStarThe system used by General Motors to collect the private driving and location data.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Delaware Department of InsuranceSpeculative

    The Department of Insurance might face changes in the standards for data consent for insurance companies it regulates.

  • DelawareSpeculative

    Delaware may see an increase in state revenue through the financial settlement.

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