Meta’s AI Data Collection Approved by Irish DPC
The Irish DPC approved Meta’s AI training data collection with safeguards, but legal challenges and privacy concerns under GDPR persist.
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Meta’s Use of EU Data for AI Training Upheld by German Court Despite Criticism
The Higher Regional Court of Cologne upheld Meta’s lawful use of public EU data for AI training under GDPR, despite ongoing criticism from German data protection authorities.
Italian Authority Fined Luka Inc. €5 Million for GDPR Violations in Replika Chatbot
Italian Supervisory Authority fined Luka Inc. €5 million for GDPR violations related to Replika chatbot’s data processing, transparency, and age verification failures.
Belgian Court Partially Overturns APD Decision on IAB Europe’s GDPR Joint Controllership
The Belgian Market Court annulled part of the APD’s decision on IAB Europe’s TCF, limiting its joint controllership to TC Strings only, aligning with the CJEU ruling.
Meta Faces GDPR Action for Using European Data in AI Training
Noyb and German consumer group challenge Meta’s AI training using European data without GDPR-compliant legal basis, demanding immediate halt and compliance.
European Patent Organisation recognized under GDPR for adequate data protection
The European Commission plans an adequacy decision recognizing the EPO’s data protection as equivalent to the EU, enabling secure personal data transfers.
EDPB Approves Six-Month Extension for UK Data Protection Adequacy
The EDPB supports a six-month extension of the UK GDPR adequacy decisions until December 2025 while awaiting the UK’s data protection reform.
EDPS Rejects European Investment Bank Data Transfers to India Over GDPR Issues
EU data watchdog blocks routine personal data transfers to India, citing insufficient data protection under India’s yet-to-be-implemented DPDP Act.
EDPB and EDPS Call for Simplified GDPR Record-Keeping Requirements
The EDPB and EDPS urge the European Commission to simplify GDPR record-keeping obligations to reduce burdens while safeguarding data protection rights.
Instagram Tests AI to Detect Underage Users
Meta uses AI on Instagram to verify user ages, protect teens with privacy settings, and notify parents about age accuracy and online safety.
TikTok Fined €530 Million for GDPR Violations Over Data Transfers to China
The Irish DPC fined TikTok €530 million for GDPR breaches related to inadequate protection of European user data transferred to China.
EDPS Annual Report 2024: Future Data Protection and GDPR Enforcement
The EDPS 2024 Annual Report highlights efforts to strengthen GDPR enforcement, promote transparency, and balance innovation with privacy across the EU.