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iQIYI, Chery apps among those cited for illicit data practices by Chinese computer center

( May 12, 2025, 04:03 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Video-streaming platform iQIYI, and pre-installed apps for automaker Chery and Changan Automobile's car system are among 65 apps identified by the National Computer Virus Emergency Response Center, a technical support unit for China's Internet regulator, for illegally collecting and using personal information. These violations include the absence of clear or accessible privacy policies, failure to list data-collection details by entrusted third parties, and a lack of mechanisms for data correction, deletion, or account deactivation. In addition, sensitive data and minors' information are processed without explicit consent, while essential security measures such as encryption are missing.The statement follows:...

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