Friday, August 15, 2008

Privacy Suit Against Facebook Faces Hurdles - 08/15/2008

"Late last year, when Massachusetts resident Sean Lane bought a diamond ring for his wife on Overstock.com, it didn't remain a secret for long. News of the purchase--meant to be a surprise--was sent to more than 700 of his Facebook friends, thanks to the new Beacon ad platform.

At the time, Lane complained to the press that his Christmas had been ruined. Now, he's complaining to a judge."

MediaPost Publications - Privacy Suit Against Facebook Faces Hurdles - 08/15/2008

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