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Dutch Regulator Slaps Experian with €2.7 Million GDPR Penalty for Data Handling Violations

The Dutch Data Protection Authority has imposed a €2.7 million fine on Experian Netherlands for GDPR violations. The credit reporting agency collected personal data without proper notification or consent, affecting millions of residents. Experian has ceased operations in the Netherlands and will delete its database by year’s end.

Major GDPR Enforcement Action

The Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP) has reportedly fined Experian Netherlands €2.7 million for serious violations of the General Data Protection Regulation. According to reports, the credit reporting and analytics company collected and utilized personal information from various sources without adequately informing individuals or obtaining their consent.

by Aaron Blake
Privacy

Google Abandons Controversial Privacy Sandbox Tracking Initiative After Six Years

Google has officially terminated its Privacy Sandbox initiative after six years of development. The controversial tracking technology faced widespread industry rejection and failed to gain meaningful adoption despite Google’s dominant position in the browser market.

Google’s Tracking Overhaul Meets Its End

Google has officially abandoned its Privacy Sandbox initiative after six years of development and industry pushback, according to reports. The technology, which aimed to replace conventional web tracking cookies, failed to gain sufficient adoption despite Google’s position as the operator of the world’s most popular browser.

by Priya Kapoor