Treat Data Like Hazardous Material: Risks of Over-Collection and Retention
When the Federal Trade Commission finalized an order against General Motors in January 2026, it wasn’t just another privacy headline—it was a warning shot for every organization that collects and retains personal data. GM had marketed its OnStar “Smart Driver” feature as a way to help drivers improve safety and driving habits. Behind the scenes, precise location and driving behavior data—collected as often as every three seconds—was sold into insurance ecosystems […]