Experts warn a Google merger with Fitbit would give them too much power

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Ownership of private data, monopolisation and a move into the health industry are key concerns being raised about Google’s proposed merger with Fitbit. The tech giant says it’s a move into the wearables market, but with a recent expansion in health insurance researchers say the way data will be used could adversely impact consumers and businesses.

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