TikTok Faces €500 Million Fine for Data Transfer to China
TikTok faces a fine over €500 million for transferring European user data to China, with an impending decision from Ireland’s Data Protection Commission.
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France fines Apple €150M for tracking consent popups
The French Competition Authority criticized Apple’s App Tracking Transparency (ATT) for favoring large firms like Meta while disadvantaging smaller publishers, urging fairer consent processes.
Amazon’s 746 Million Euro GDPR Fine Upheld by Luxembourg Court
Amazon lost its appeal against a 746 million euro fine for GDPR violations, as Luxembourg’s court upheld the decision by the CNPD.
EDPB Adopts Statement on PNR Directive Implementation
The EDPB adopted a statement on the PNR Directive, urging EU countries to implement changes in line with the CJEU’s judgment to enhance passenger data protection.
Voss and Schrems propose GDPR revision
Axel Voss and Max Schrems propose a three-layered revision of the GDPR to differentiate between large and small firms, despite concerns about potential risks and lobbying.
Signal to Leave Sweden if Data Retention Bill is Passed
Signal’s CEO warns of withdrawal from Sweden if a proposed bill requiring data retention and backdoors for law enforcement is enacted.
EDPB Launches 2025 Action on Right to Erasure
The EDPB has initiated its 2025 Coordinated Enforcement Framework focusing on the right to erasure, involving 32 European Data Protection Authorities.
Complaints Filed Against Meta for Targeted Advertising Violations
Activists filed complaints against Meta for not respecting users’ requests to opt out of targeted advertising in Europe, prompting investigations by data protection authorities.
Europeans Raise Concerns Over US Cloud Use
European concerns grow over reliance on US cloud services amid geopolitical tensions, highlighting the need for data sovereignty and alternative tech solutions.
EDPB’s CSC Releases Biannual Activity Report
The CSC’s report highlights its role in supervising EU IT systems, issuing transparency recommendations, and preparing for future expansions to ensure data protection.
EDPB Adopts Age Assurance Statement, recommendations to WADA, and Creates AI Taskforce
The EDPB’s plenary meeting focused on age assurance principles, AI enforcement, and WADA anti-doping data protection, aiming to balance innovation with GDPR compliance.
Paragon Spyware Used to Spy on EU Journalists
A spyware campaign using Paragon Solutions’ technology targeted EU journalists and activists.