Allstate Under Fire: Texas Sues Over Sneaky Data Snatching Shenanigans

Ken Paxton is suing Allstate and its subsidiary Arity for allegedly turning driving data into a cash cow, all without drivers’ consent. With claims of sneaky app tracking and selling data to other insurers, it’s a legal rodeo citing violations of the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act. Yeehaw, y’all!

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Published: January 14, 2025 10:13 pmAdded: January 14, 2025 at 2:32 pmAssembled by: The Editor
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Well, well, well, looks like Allstate and Arity have been busy playing the world’s creepiest game of “I Spy” with our driving data! Who knew insurance companies could be so… driven? Time to buckle up for a legal joyride, folks!

Key Points:

  • Ken Paxton, the Texas Attorney General, is suing Allstate and its subsidiary Arity.
  • The lawsuit alleges unauthorized collection and sale of driving data from over 45 million Americans.
  • Companies allegedly embedded tracking codes in popular apps to gather location data.
  • Allstate allegedly used this data to adjust insurance premiums and sell it to other insurers.
  • Legal claims include violations of the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (TDPSA).

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