🇮🇪 DPC fines LinkedIn €310m for illegal behavioural analysis and targeted advertising
UPDATE 21 Nov: Key statement from DPC! 👇 6 years after a complaint, the DPC finds that LinkedIn breached the lawfulness (lacking both consent, legitimate interest AND contractual necessity), fairness and transparency principles. Result: reprimand, order to rectify violations + €310 million fine.
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