TikTok Sets Aside €1 Billion for Future Fines
Bytedance faces legal challenges and fines in Europe and the U.S. over TikTok’s data handling and design, setting aside €1 billion for potential penalties.
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French Data Protection Authority (CNIL) Gains New Powers
France’s law No. 2024-449 enhances the CNIL’s enforcement powers, enabling document seizure and oversight of digital service regulations.
LinkedIn to limit targeted advertising based on LinkedIn Groups data
LinkedIn discontinues targeted advertising based on LinkedIn Groups data in response to a complaint filed with the European Commission, aligning with the Digital Services Act to enhance online content governance and protect user data.
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.
noyb claims X targeted ads breach EU rules
EU group noyb alleges Elon Musk’s platform violates GDPR with targeted ads.
X Must Comply with EU’s Laws, Says Digital Chief
Elon Musk’s social network, X, is required to comply with EU laws and address illegal content to continue operating in the region, says EU’s digital chief, Věra Jourová.
DSA: French Presidency pitches compromise on dark patterns, minors, compensation
French Presidency prepared a compromise text of Digital Services Act (DSA) on dark patterns, protection of minors and compensations