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.
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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.
Google Starts Eliminating Cookies (so only they can track you)
. While third-party cookies will bid farewell, Google will still track user activity using new methods that prioritize privacy.
Research Uncovers Surprising Twist in Cookie Rejection
Cookie rejection patterns may expose more than expected.
Marketing company it can eavesdrop on your conversations thru your devices
Cox Media Group allegedly offers ad targeting based on eavesdropping.
Meta faces €550M lawsuit for GDPR breaches in Spain
Meta sued in Spain for €550M over GDPR compliance failures.
ICO Publishes Findings on Data Protection Practices of Tracing Agents
ICO investigates data protection practices of tracing agents, highlighting the need for improved safeguards for domestic abuse victims.
Apple’s share of Google search ad revenue raises privacy concerns
Apple’s significant earnings from Google’s ad-tracking on Safari question its stance on user privacy.
Berlin Court Rules against LinkedIn’s Tracking Policies
LinkedIn has been prohibited by the Berlin Regional Court from ignoring “do-not-track” signals and from activating default settings that make profiles visible on other platforms.
Norway Calls for EU-Wide Ban on Meta’s Ad Tracking
Norway’s Data Protection Authority urges the European Data Protection Board to extend its ban on Meta’s ad-targeting practices across the EU.
Google gets its way, bakes a user-tracking ad platform directly into Chrome
Google’s Chrome browser rolls out an invasive ad platform, the “Privacy Sandbox,” that tracks users’ browsing and shares advertising topics with web pages.
UK Government targets minorities with social media ads despite Facebook ban
Government agencies and police forces are using targeted social media ads based on protected characteristics and stereotypical traits to reach minority groups, raising ethical concerns.