EU & UK
- EDPB adopted an opinion on obligations stemming from reliance on processors and sub-processors.
- The Bundeskartellamt completed its proceedings against Facebook, resulting in a series of measures that enhance users’ control over how their data is combined on the platform.
- EDPB opened a consultation on guidelines for the processing of personal data based on legitimate interest.
- The commission published the first report on an adequacy decision of the EU-US DPF.
- Spain’s AEPD fined Santander Consumer Finance, S.A. EUR 50,000 for not complying with the right to object.
AMERICAS
- FTC announced a settlement with Marriot and Starwood following multiple data breaches.
- A group of more than a dozen states filed individual lawsuits against TikTok for deliberately setting up to addict children.
- US mentioned its plan to break up Google’s search dominance threatens profit engine and AI growth.
- The United States and Britain unveiled a joint working group on Thursday to improve children’s safety and privacy online.
ASIA PACIFIC
- On 9th Oct 2024, Australia introduced the Cyber Security Bill 2024 to the parliament.
- PPC published a report on personal information handling by local governments.