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		Google confirms it uses dummy phone numbers to record calls with local services (thestar.com)
		13 points by trumped on Jan 27, 2019 \| hide \| past \| favorite \| 1 comment

hnnh44 on Jan 27, 2019 [–]

Is this even news? This has been common practice for 10+ years in online lead generation businesses. I'm sure it's roots extend further back than even that...

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