EU-US Data Transfers at Risk Under Trump
The EU-US data transfer saga intensifies as the TADPF faces scrutiny and potential instability due to U.S. surveillance laws and changing political landscapes.
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Concerns Arise Over Russian Code in Hungary’s New Digital Identification System
Hungary’s new Client Gate+ system raises security concerns due to the recommendation of a Russian-developed code generator, prompting scrutiny and calls for investigation.
Noyb Alleges TikTok and Others Breach GDPR by Sending Data to China
Noyb has filed a complaint against TikTok and other Chinese firms for allegedly unlawfully sending EU user data to China, highlighting GDPR violations.
Train Companies Cannot Require Gender Information, Says EU Court
The European Court of Justice ruled that train companies cannot require gender identification for ticket purchases, promoting inclusivity and privacy rights.
OpenAI Fined €15 Million for GDPR Violations in Italy
The Italian Data Protection Authority fined OpenAI €15 million for using personal data without legal grounds and lacking age verification for ChatGPT.
EDPB Adopts Opinion on Personal Data Use for AI Model Development
The EDPB’s opinion clarifies the use of personal data in AI development, focusing on anonymity, legitimate interest, and the consequences of unlawful data processing.
EU Commission’s Ad Campaign Violates GDPR Rules on Sensitive Data
The EU’s Commission faces a privacy scandal after the EDPS confirmed its ad campaign unlawfully processed sensitive data to influence public opinion on CSAM legislation.
LinkedIn Under Scrutiny After €310 Million GDPR Fine
LinkedIn faces scrutiny in Europe after a €310 million fine, announcing changes to its data processing for targeted ads by January 2025.
Orange Fined €50 Million for GDPR Violations in France
CNIL fines Orange S.A. €50 million for sending unsolicited ads and misusing user consent for tracking cookies, highlighting GDPR compliance issues.
Meta Limits Advertisers’ Access to Health Data
Meta plans to restrict advertisers’ access to health-related data starting January 2025, impacting marketing strategies and data collection practices.
EDPB Publishes Guidelines on GDPR Data Transfers to Non-European Authorities
EDPB issued guidelines on GDPR Article 48 for data transfers to third country authorities and approved a new European Data Protection Seal.
Meta to Face €550 Million Lawsuit in Spain for Data Protection Violations
Meta faces a €550 million lawsuit in Spain for allegedly violating E.U. data protection laws by unlawfully collecting user data for targeted advertising.