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.
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EU Civil Groups Challenge Meta’s Privacy Workaround
Civil society groups urge the EDPB to reject Meta’s “consent or pay” model, fearing it undermines EU privacy laws.
European Consumer Groups Accuse Meta Over Illegal Data Practices
Meta faces accusations from European consumer groups for illegal data practices under GDPR.
Meta to collect “anonymized” data from Quest headsets
Meta begins anonymized data collection from Quest VR users, raising privacy concerns.
Deepdive into Meta’s pay or OK
Meta’s transition to consent-based advertising in the EU highlights the pivotal role of valid consent under GDPR regulations amidst evolving data protection standards.
Meta to face £3bn UK lawsuit over data monetisation
UK lawsuit progresses against Meta for data sharing practices, spotlighting GDPR compliance issues.
EU Rights Groups Challenge Meta’s “Consent or Pay” Model
EU rights groups urge EDPB to reject Meta’s “consent or pay” tactic, threatening GDPR and privacy.
WhatsApp Chats Will Soon Work With Other Encrypted Messaging Apps
WhatsApp to allow cross-app messaging while adhering to EU privacy laws.
EU Users Gain More Control Over Data with Meta’s Unlinking Option
Meta introduces account unlinking options for EU users under DMA regulations.
Facebook and Messenger to automatically encrypt messages
Meta defaults Messenger chats to end-to-end encryption, sparking debate.
Irish Data Commission Objects to EDPB’s Meta Data Processing Ban
Ireland’s DPC criticizes EDPB’s restrictions on Meta as ineffective and frustrating.
Meta faces €550M lawsuit for GDPR breaches in Spain
Meta sued in Spain for €550M over GDPR compliance failures.