Man Awarded $12,500 After Google Street View Photographed His Ass
A man has been awarded $12,500 after Google's Street View service photographed his exposed buttocks. The incident occurred in Strasbourg, France, where the man was standing in his garden when the Google Street View car drove by and captured the image. The man filed a lawsuit against Google, arguing that the unauthorized publication of the photograph violated his privacy. The court ruled in the man's favor, stating that Google had failed to blur or remove the image, despite being notified of the issue. The decision highlights the need for tech companies to have robust policies in place to protect individuals' privacy, particularly in public spaces. This case serves as a reminder that even seemingly innocuous activities, such as mapping street views, can have unintended consequences and must be handled with care and respect for people's rights.
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