Privacy News Round-Up #9.
24 Aug 2023, 07:05
Privacy News Round-Up #9 š
1. Leaked Yandex Code Breaks Open the Creepy Black Box of Online Advertising: As the international tech giant moves toward Russian ownership, the leak raises concerns about the volume of data it has on its users. [paywalled]
2. Facebook owner Meta breaks privacy rules, Norway regulator tells court: Meta Platforms is breaking European data privacy rules in Norway, the country's data regulator told a court on Wednesday, in a case that could have wider European implications.
3. YouTube Improperly Used Targeted Ads on Childrenās Videos, Watchdogs Say: One of the groups said it had used Googleās tools to run a targeted ad campaign this month on childrenās channels. Google has said it did not allow such ads on videos made for children.
4. Companies are collecting your personal data. Here's what you need to know: Explore the intricacies of personal data collection in the EU, and how stringent regulations can shape a safer online landscape.