Italy’s Antitrust Agency Probes Google Over Misleading GDPR Consent Practices
Italy’s antitrust agency is investigating Google for potentially misleading consent practices regarding users’ personal data.
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Meta Halts Llama Model Release in EU Over GDPR Concerns
Meta will not launch its multimodal Llama AI model in the EU due to regulatory concerns and GDPR compliance issues.
Just 15% of Irish firms ‘fully compliant’ with GDPR
Many companies struggle with GDPR compliance, facing risks of fines and reputational damage, prompting a need for enhanced data protection measures and adaptation to evolving regulations.
How data brokers sell location data and jeopardise national security
Investigation uncovers data brokers selling location data of millions in Germany, raising concerns about privacy, security, and the need for stricter regulations.
Spanish Court Sentences Minors for AI-Generated Nude Images
Spanish youth court sentences minors for spreading AI-generated nude images, raising concerns about the misuse of AI for harassment and the importance of stricter regulations and education on responsible technology use.
noyb publishes Consent Banner Report: EDPB vs National DPAs
This report by noyb offers insights for companies implementing consent banners, highlighting the varying standards between the EDPB and national DPAs.
GDPR Complaint Targets Microsoft’s Xandr for Data Access Denials
A complaint supported by European privacy advocacy group, noyb, targets Microsoft-owned adtech business Xandr for GDPR violations. The complaint alleges […]
GPEN Sweep 2024 Report on Deceptive Design Patterns Published
The GPEN Sweep 2024 report highlights the prevalence of deceptive design patterns in websites and apps, urging stricter enforcement of data protection laws and more transparent design practices.
Meta Under Investigation in Spain for GDPR Violations
National Court Prosecutor’s Office initiates investigation into Meta’s potential GDPR violations.
Court reduces Spotify GDPR fine to 4 Million Euros
The Administrative Court reduced Spotify AB’s GDPR sanction to 40 million euros.
Vinted Faces €2.4M Penalty from Lithuanian DPA for GDPR Non-Compliance
Lithuanian Data Protection Authority fines Vinted, UAB €2.4M for GDPR violations related to personal data processing, emphasizing compliance and enforcement measures.
Dutch DPA fights algorithmic discrimination
The 2023 benefits scandal in the Netherlands revealed ongoing challenges with algorithmic discrimination, prompting the Dutch Data Protection Authority to enhance oversight and collaboration with European privacy regulators to address privacy violations effectively.