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US Military Disables Ad Tracking on Troops' Devices
WHY IT MATTERS
This move highlights the US military's efforts to protect its personnel from targeted attacks, which could have serious consequences for national security.
What happened
The US military has taken steps to prevent ad tracking on troops' devices following reports of targeted attacks by foreign adversaries. A senator's letter confirms the move, which aims to protect the location data of military personnel. The decision comes after it was revealed that location data was used to target troops.
The US military has taken action to prevent this from happening again. The exact details of the decision are not specified in the letter.
The move is seen as a response to the growing concern of targeted attacks on military personnel. The US military is taking steps to protect its troops from potential threats.
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US military disabled ad tracking on troops’ devices following reports of targeted attacks
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