Facebook And U.K. Government Settle Over Cambridge Analytica Breach

The transcript discusses the Cambridge Analytica data breach, where Facebook was fined by the UK government for failing to protect user data. The company appealed the fine, citing potential bias in the government's decision. As part of the settlement, Facebook gained access to documents for its investigation. Although not admitting liability, Facebook expressed regret and is working on new controls to protect user data.

What was the financial penalty imposed on the tech giant by the UK government for the data breach?

• $1,000,000

• $640,000

• $750,000

• $500,000

What was the reason for the tech giant's appeal against the fine?

• The fine was too high

• The number of affected users was incorrect

• The data breach was not their fault

• Bias on the part of the government agency

As part of the settlement, what access was granted to Facebook?

• Access to financial records

• Access to Cambridge Analytica's servers

• Access to government documents

• Access to user data

What did Facebook express regret for in relation to the Cambridge Analytica incident?

• Not paying the fine sooner

• Not doing more to investigate earlier

• Not cooperating with the UK government

• Not securing their servers

What measures did Facebook mention it was continuing to build in 2015?

• New partnerships with data firms

• New controls to protect user information

• New data collection methods

• New advertising strategies