The European Commission and the European Board for Digital Services support a revised Code of Conduct to counter illegal hate speech online. Integrated with the Digital Services Act, it mandates stricter reporting, monitoring, and transparency from online platforms.
South Korea’s Fair Trade Commission has initiated a consent resolution with Kakao over allegations of unfair supplier practices on its platform. The investigation revealed increased supplier costs linked to mandatory delivery models and higher commission fees.
France’s Data Protection Authority has released new guidelines for integrating SDKs into mobile apps. The rules clarify data privacy responsibilities, require explicit user consent, and mandate strong security measures to ensure GDPR compliance and protect user information.
The Chinese Foreign Ministry denied allegations of unlawful data sharing by companies like TikTok and Temu, stating they operate under local laws. This statement comes amid increasing global scrutiny of Chinese firms and their data practices.
On 17 January 2025, the Chinese Foreign Ministry issued a statement addressing allegations that Chinese companies, including e-commerce platform Temu and social media giant TikTok, have unlawfully shared user data with the Chinese Government.
These allegations have circulated widely, fuelling debates around privacy, national security, and corporate governance in international markets.
France’s Data Protection Authority has released new guidelines for integrating SDKs into mobile apps. The rules clarify data privacy responsibilities, require explicit user consent, and mandate strong security measures to ensure GDPR compliance and protect user information.
France’s data protection authority, CNIL, has closed its consultation on a certification framework for GDPR-compliant data processors. The scheme introduces 90 control points, confirming that businesses implement strong security, transparency, and accountability measures when handling personal data.
The Personal Data Protection Act 2025 of Bangladesh mandates lawful and transparent data processing. It grants individuals rights over their data, including access, correction, and deletion, with formal compliance requirements for businesses and institutions.
Vodafone Romania was fined EUR 15,000 for GDPR violations, including unauthorised data sharing via WhatsApp and email. The investigation revealed failures in implementing proper safeguards to prevent employee and third-party access to sensitive customer information.
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