AppLovin Has Been Probed By SEC Over Data-Collection Practices
The SEC is investigating whether AppLovin breached agreements on targeted ads after a whistleblower complaint and short-seller reports, as shares fell nearly 14%.
- Bloomberg News reported on Monday that federal regulators have been investigating AppLovin’s methods for collecting user data.
- This investigation began after whistleblower complaints and multiple short-seller reports raised concerns about AppLovin's targeted advertising technology this year.
- The case is being managed by SEC officials who focus on technology and cybersecurity, as they investigate whether there were breaches of agreements with partner platforms.
- Shares of AppLovin dropped nearly 14 percent after the news, while the company did not immediately respond to Reuters' request for comment.
- Despite these developments, AppLovin was added to the S&P 500 last month, replacing MarketAxess Holdings as Fuzzy Panda Research had advised against its inclusion in March.
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AppLovin share price crashes over 14% on reports of US SEC probe into data collection practices
The US SEC is reviewing allegations that AppLovin violated service agreements with its platform partners to deliver more targeted advertising to consumers. The probe is being handled by SEC enforcement officials focused on cyber and emerging technologies, a Bloomberg report said.
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