Commission proposes changes to EU cookie consent obligations
The European Commission proposes simplifying cookie consent rules by revising the e-Privacy framework, prompting industry support and privacy-focused opposition ahead of new ad regulation.
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Austria finds Microsoft illegally tracked students
Austrian regulator found Microsoft 365 Education illegally tracked students via cookies; Microsoft must grant data access and faces scrutiny over transparency and GDPR compliance.
EU considers changes to cookie consent rules
EU plans to simplify cookie consent rules to reduce repetitive banners, propose browser-level preferences and possible GDPR alignment, drawing industry support and privacy concerns.
CNIL fines Google €325 million and SHEIN €150 million for cookie non-compliance
The CNIL fined Google (€325M) and SHEIN (€150M) for cookie and ad consent breaches, stressing free, informed consent and sanctioning covert tracking and cookie-wall practices.
German court says Facebook fanpage owner not responsible for cookies on webpage
The Cologne court partially overturned the BfDI ban on the German Federal Government’s Facebook fan page, clarifying GDPR responsibilities for public authorities and Meta.
EU Withdraws ePrivacy Proposal
The EU has withdrawn its ePrivacy Regulation proposal amid stalled negotiations, leaving current rules in place and highlighting the Digital Services Act’s role in privacy protection.
New Germal Law Aims to Cut Cookie Banners and Enhance User Experience
New German law reduces cookie banners, allowing users to store consent preferences permanently for a better online experience.
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.
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.
Bavarian DPA checks website cookie compliance
BayLDA finds 350 non-compliant cookie banners on Bavarian websites.
Deepdive into Meta’s pay or OK
Meta’s transition to consent-based advertising in the EU highlights the pivotal role of valid consent under GDPR regulations amidst evolving data protection standards.