US military disabled ad tracking on troops’ devices following reports of targeted attacks

The U.S. military disabled ad tracking on troops' devices following reports that foreign adversaries used location data derived from advertising networks to target military personnel, according to a letter from a senator. The tracking technology, embedded in mobile apps and websites, can reveal precise location information when combined with other data sources. The military took the step to reduce the risk of troops being identified and located by hostile actors.

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