Feds Investigate Facebook

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Federal prosecutors are conducting a criminal investigation into data deals Facebook struck with some of the world’s largest technology companies, intensifying scrutiny of the social media giant’s business practices as it seeks to rebound from a year of scandal and setbacks.

[nytimes.com...]
The company's growing deep looks at business practices takes a new turn.

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Based on PII (personally identifiable information), ie. PRIVACY, among other aspects of operations.