Consumer Data Concerns As Amazon Is Set To Acquire iRobot, Roomba

The transcript discusses concerns about Amazon's acquisition of Roomba, focusing on data privacy and antitrust issues. Roomba's new models can map homes, raising privacy concerns. Amazon could use this data for targeted marketing, potentially increasing its market dominance. The deal may face scrutiny from the Federal Trade Commission due to antitrust concerns.

What is the current market share of Amazon in the e-commerce sector, and how could this deal affect it?

What role does the Federal Trade Commission play in the scrutiny of Amazon's deal with Roomba?