GDPR News & Updates for December 2024

noyb Urges 11 EU Countries to Act Against Meta's AI Practices Before June 2024

6 months ago

noyb.eu urges Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Ireland, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, and Spain to act against Meta's AI practices. Meta plans to use personal data for AI without user consent, claiming legitimate interest. noyb filed complaints in 11 countries, seeking urgent action before the changes take effect on June 26, 2024. The complaints cite GDPR violations and highlight the lack of firm positions from European data protection authorities.

EU Data Protection Supervisor Calls for Clear AI Training Rules Amid GDPR Concerns

6 months ago

Compliance Monitoring GDPR

The European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) cautions against using web scraping to collect personal data for AI training, highlighting potential non-compliance with EU data protection laws, including GDPR. AI companies may not be adhering to data processing laws. EU authorities must clarify whether GDPR applies to AI training or if a special interpretation is needed. This uncertainty affects companies and compliance with the AI Act.

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Meta's New Notification on AI Training Content Designed to Minimize User Objections

6 months ago

AI Compliance Monitoring +2 more

Meta's new notification about using user content to train AI models is designed to be awkward, likely to reduce objections from users.

Resolving Issues with Shopify conversion attribution due to Cookiebot

7 months ago

Compliance Monitoring GDPR

Shopify clients have faced conversion attribution issues due to Cookiebot, where the first visited page is the checkout and no UTM parameters are recorded. To fix this, use a Chrome extension like Cookie-Editor to review cookies, interact with Cookiebot, and check for cookies like "_landing_page" and "_orig_referrer". Ensure these cookies aren't blocked by Cookiebot or its Shopify integration, recategorize them as "necessary", and implement Cookiebot via GTM, removing it from Shopify theme code.

ChatGPT provides false information about people, and OpenAI can’t correct it

7 months ago

ChatGPT Data Protection +1 more

There are concerns regarding the accuracy of personal data generated by OpenAI's ChatGPT, which has led to a complaint being filed by noyb (None of Your Business) to the Austrian DPA (Data Protection Authority). OpenAI has claimed that ensuring factual accuracy in large language models is still a research area. However, EU law mandates the accuracy of personal data, and individuals have the right to correct any false data. It has been found that chatbots can invent information up to 27% of the t...

Statement on EDPB "Pay or Okay" Opinion

8 months ago

Data Protection GDPR

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has prohibited Meta from using the "Pay or Okay" system, which charged users over €250 yearly for Instagram and Facebook if they didn't consent to personal data use. Meta must now offer users a clear yes/no option for personalised advertising. This decision is expected to ignite broader discussions on the "Pay or Okay" model's legality.

Ensuring Age-Appropriate Experiences on Meta Quest

8 months ago

Data Protection GDPR +1 more

Meta is asking Quest 2 and 3 users to confirm their age for age-appropriate experiences. Different account settings are offered for adults, teens, and preteens, with varying privacy levels and parental controls. Users must enter their birthdate within 30 days of the prompt. If the wrong birthdate is entered, age verification can be done with an ID or credit card. This information aids developers in creating age-appropriate experiences.

Our 2023 Ads Safety Report

9 months ago

Google Ads Data Protection +1 more

Google's 2023 Ads Safety Report underscores the role of generative AI, particularly Large Language Models (LLMs), in improving ad safety. The company launched the Limited Ads Serving policy to curb the reach of unfamiliar advertisers and mitigate scams. In 2023, Google blocked or removed over 5.5 billion ads and 12.7 million advertiser accounts. The company continues to invest in policy, detection, and enforcement to address future challenges.

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Landmark ECJ Ruling Shakes Up Advertising Industry with GDPR Update

9 months ago

Google Adsense Data Protection +1 more

The European Court of Justice's recent landmark ruling (Case C-604/22) will significantly alter data protection in online advertising, particularly real time bidding. The court criticized the handling of user data, especially TC strings, by the advertising industry, holding IAB Europe accountable. This ruling is expected to affect Google Ads campaigns, with potential changes to Consent Mode, Display Network targeting, audiences, and Consent Management Platforms.

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