Authorities Demand Google to Disclose Viewers of Specific YouTube Videos

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Federal authorities have requested Google to provide information about viewers of specific YouTube videos, including their names, addresses, and phone numbers, as part of investigations into potential money laundering and bomb threats. Privacy experts are concerned about the constitutionality of these requests, as they could potentially target individuals not associated with a crime based on their online viewing history. It's unclear whether Google has complied with these requests.
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