IAB Tech Lab Seeks Industry Feedback on Global Privacy Platform Guidelines
IAB Tech Lab invites feedback on its Global Privacy Platform Implementation Guidelines to aid compliance with global privacy regulations until December 16, 2024.
GDPR
Global Authorities Address Social Media Scraping Concerns
Global privacy authorities urge social media companies to enhance protections against data scraping, emphasizing compliance with privacy laws and safeguarding personal information.
LinkedIn Fined €310 Million for Misusing Personal Data
LinkedIn has been fined €310 million by Ireland’s DPC for violating GDPR by misusing personal data for targeted advertising without valid consent.
UK’s House of Lords Urges Early Data Adequacy Talks with EU
The House of Lords committee urges the UK Government to secure a new data adequacy agreement with the EU to avoid economic disruptions by June 2025.
TfL May Repay Millions in Unlawful Fines to Dutch Lorry Drivers
TfL faces potential repayment of millions in unlawful fines to Dutch lorry drivers after a legal challenge revealed improper euro-denominated penalties.
Estonia to limit telecommunication data retention obligation
Estonia’s Ministry of Justice faces challenges in aligning data retention policies with EU regulations while balancing privacy rights and national security.
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.
Bundeskartellamt Concludes Meta Proceedings
The Bundeskartellamt’s decision reinforces user control over Meta’s data practices, aligning with EU data protection standards.
EDPB Issues Opinion on Processor and Sub-Processor Obligations Under GDPR
The EDPB’s recent opinion clarifies controllers’ obligations regarding processors and sub-processors under the EU GDPR, emphasizing the need for transparency and compliance.
EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework Review Confirms U.S. Compliance
The European Commission’s first review of the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework confirms effective U.S. compliance, with a follow-up planned in three years.
European Commission Finds US Compliant with Data Privacy Framework Amid Criticism
The European Commission’s report finds the US compliant with a key privacy framework, but critics highlight ongoing concerns about data protection loopholes.
Court Upholds DPC Investigation into Complaints Against Google’s Data Practices
The Irish High Court upheld a DPC inquiry into Google’s data processing practices, allowing five user complaints to proceed while dismissing one for lack of data processing.