Ebay trains AI from now on with user data, objection possible by form

With a little detailed e-mail, Ebay had pointed out to its customers an important change in the handling of user data. Objection is still possible, but may come too late.

The post Ebay: AI training with user data – so you can file an objection by Maria Gramsch first appeared on BASIC thinking. About our newsletter you always stay up to date. Ebay updated its privacy policy. It contains an important change in terms of personal data. Because Ebay wants to use user data for the AI training in the future. We explain how you can file an objection. As early as March 2025 Ebay informed its users about an upcoming change…

Ebay uses users' personal data to train AI: what it's all about Ebay has updated its privacy policy, allowing the use of user data to train AI. Information is collected about name, address, contacts, transactions, and more.

eBay now uses your names, addresses and even ID data for AI training. Although the platform informed about this via e-mail, it was misleading formulations. Objection is still possible even after the deadline - but only for future data. (Read more)