(FILES) This file photo taken on November 20, 2017 shows logos of US online social media and social networking service Facebook. Facebook announced on May 24, 2018 it will apply to its users accross the world the EU's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The GDPR, which comes into effect on May 25, 2018, aims to give users more control over how their personal information is stored and used online, with big fines for firms that break the rules. / AFP PHOTO / LOIC VENANCE
SAN FRANCISCO: The US Department of Housing and Urban Development accused Facebook of breaking the law by letting landlords and home sellers use its ad-targeting system to discriminate against potential buyers or tenants.
A formal complaint filed by HUD said that Facebook advertisers were able to target offers of homes available for rent or sale based on factors such as race, religion, gender, nationality, or disabilities.
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