EDPB Invites Stakeholders for Consent or Pay Guidelines Discussion
The EDPB will host a stakeholder event on November 18, 2024, to gather insights on ‘Consent or Pay’ models for upcoming data protection guidelines.
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X Stops Using European User Data for AI Training
Elon Musk’s X has agreed to stop processing EU users’ data for AI training, following intervention by the Irish Data Protection Commission.
Noyb Challenges Hamburg DPA Over Der Spiegel’s Pay or OK Model
Noyb is suing the Hamburg data protection authority to overturn its ruling that Der Spiegel’s “pay or OK” model is lawful, claiming the authority acted as both advisor and judge.
Regulators Challenge X’s Data Collection for AI Training
X faces scrutiny from UK and Irish regulators over default settings allowing user posts to be used for AI training without explicit consent.
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.
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 to receive a fine for “pay or consent” model
The EU is set to charge Meta for violating digital rules with its “pay or consent” model, potentially coercing users into data tracking, following similar recent actions against Apple under the Digital Markets Act.
noyb Files GDPR Complaint Against Google’s Privacy Sandbox
noyb files GDPR complaint against Google’s Privacy Sandbox for misleading users with hidden tracking features, raising concerns about transparency and user consent in data privacy.
Noyb Challenges Meta’s Privacy Policy Changes on AI
Noyb challenges Meta’s privacy policy changes in Europe, questioning the use of user data for AI training without clear user consent.
EU’s Cookie Pledge stalls
The European Commission’s initiative for a “Cookie Pledge” to empower consumers in digital advertising faced obstacles, prompting a potential shift towards legislative action for data protection.
EDPB issues opinion on Meta’s “consent or pay” model
The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) issues guidance on adtech giants like Meta violating GDPR by offering “consent or pay” options, emphasizing the need for real choice in data processing.
EU Civil Groups Challenge Meta’s Privacy Workaround
Civil society groups urge the EDPB to reject Meta’s “consent or pay” model, fearing it undermines EU privacy laws.