KEY TAKEAWAYS

Scammers can buy personal data, not just hack devices, to commit fraud.

Apps and companies collect and sell data, exposing users to potential scams.

Utah's new law allows residents to request deletion of their private information.

SALT LAKE CITY — Whenever I interview victims of scams, they often express shock about how the bad guy knew so much personal information about them. Yes, their phone, computer, or other device could have been hacked. However, there's a strong chance that by simply going about their everyday life, they unknowingly provided the details a criminal needed to scam them.

Tracking habits

Let's be honest. There's not a lot of privacy these days. Your cell phone is likely stuffed with apps tracking your shopping habits, driving habits, even your health

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