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.
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Clearview AI Fined €30.5 Million for GDPR Violation
Clearview AI faces a €30.5 million fine from the Dutch DPA for illegal photo collection, bringing its total EU fines to €90.5 million under GDPR violations.
Uber Fined €290 Million for Transferring Driver Data to US
Uber faces a €290 million fine for transferring European drivers’ personal data to the U.S., violating GDPR regulations, and plans to appeal the decision.
Dutch DPA fights algorithmic discrimination
The 2023 benefits scandal in the Netherlands revealed ongoing challenges with algorithmic discrimination, prompting the Dutch Data Protection Authority to enhance oversight and collaboration with European privacy regulators to address privacy violations effectively.
Privacy Concerns Raised by Dutch Data Protection Authority over Data-Collecting Traffic Lights
Dutch data protection authority raises privacy concerns over data-collecting traffic lights tracking road users’ personal information, urging transparency and compliance with privacy legislation.
Dutch Government May Drop Facebook Amid Privacy Concerns
The Dutch government is considering ceasing the use of Facebook due to privacy concerns raised by the Dutch Data Protection Authority, potentially impacting how the government communicates with citizens.
EncroChat Phone Network Interception Upheld by Court
Dutch court upholds use of EncroChat data in conviction, affirming EU trust principle.
Dutch DPA Targets Misleading Cookie Banners
Dutch DPA (AP) enforces GDPR cookie consent rules, penalizing misleading banners.
Uber Fined €10 million for GDPR Violations
Uber incurs a 10 million euro GDPR fine for opaque data handling practices.
AP demands clarity from tech companies on AI aimed at children
The Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP) is scrutinizing the use of AI, particularly chatbots, in children’s apps over concerns of data privacy and transparency.
Google’s adtech targeted by Dutch class-action style privacy damages suit
Google is facing a class-action lawsuit in the Netherlands, accusing the tech giant of violating European privacy laws by tracking and profiling consumers.
First Algorithmic Risks Report Netherlands calls for additional action to control algorithmic and AI risks
The Dutch Data Protection Authority urges closer oversight of high-risk algorithms and AI to minimize risks, while leveraging the benefits.