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Follow the Markets and Track Stocks With These Free Apps

New York Times — Tech · · International · Surveillance & Civil Liberties

Google Finance and Apple's Stocks app have expanded their features over time, making them more capable tools for everyday users who want to monitor markets and personal investments at no cost.

Why this matters: Free financial apps from Google and Apple are convenient, but convenience has a price that does not show up in the App Store. Both companies already know a great deal about you. Add your portfolio, your watchlists, and your financial habits, and you hand them a detailed picture of your money. That data can inform advertising, product decisions, and more. Worth knowing what you are trading for the free ticker.

Who should care: Privacy officers · Cybersecurity

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