EU
CJEU rules on data storage under Law Enforcement Directive
CJEU decides on the implications of storing personal data of individuals convicted of crimes under EU Directive 2016/680, focusing on the right to erasure and the principle of proportionality.
EU pushes for less intrusive cookie consent
The European Commission is actively working to reform the digital advertising industry’s reliance on cookies, with a focus on enhancing user privacy in line with GDPR standards.
Uber Fined €10 million for GDPR Violations
Uber incurs a 10 million euro GDPR fine for opaque data handling practices.
Yahoo Hit with €10M GDPR Fine for Infringing Cookie Consent Rules
French CNIL fines YAHOO EMEA €10M for non-compliant cookie consent practices.
EU Upholds Data Adequacy for all 11 Countries
EU maintains data protection adequacy for 11 non-EU jurisdictions, ensuring GDPR compliance.
800 Chinese CCTV Cameras Banned In EU Parliament Installed in Children’s Hospital
Dublin’s new children’s hospital faces privacy concerns with 800+ CCTV cameras.
DPAs seek clarity on ‘pay or consent’ privacy choices
Authorities from Norway, the Netherlands, and Hamburg asks EDPB to clarify legality of ‘Pay or Consent’ scheme under GDPR.
Google updates data privacy policies for targeted ads in the EU
Google updates privacy policies in Europe under DMA, affecting ad targeting and data sharing.
1.3 Million Patient COVID Test Records Exposed Online
Massive COVID-19 test data leak risks GDPR violations.
EU Users Gain More Control Over Data with Meta’s Unlinking Option
Meta introduces account unlinking options for EU users under DMA regulations.
France fines Amazon €32 million over employee surveillance
CNIL has imposed a significant penalty on Amazon France Logistique, fining the company €32 million for deploying a monitoring system deemed excessively intrusive.