OpenAI Hit with €15M Fine by Italian Regulators Over ChatGPT Privacy Violations
Italy's privacy watchdog Garante has fined OpenAI €15 million for multiple GDPR violations related to ChatGPT's data collection practices. The ruling mandates a public awareness campaign while highlighting growing tensions between AI advancement and privacy regulations in the EU.
Italy Hits OpenAI with €15M Fine for Privacy Violations in ChatGPT Data Practices
Italy's data protection authority has fined OpenAI €15 million for breaching EU privacy regulations in its handling of personal data for ChatGPT training. The penalty follows last year's temporary ban and represents one of the largest privacy-related fines imposed on the AI company.
OpenAI Faces €15M Fine in Italy Over ChatGPT Privacy Violations
Italy's data protection authority has imposed a substantial fine on OpenAI for privacy breaches related to ChatGPT, including improper data processing and inadequate user protection. The company must also launch a nationwide campaign to educate the public about its data collection practices.
EU Commission's Ad Campaign on X Violates Its Own Privacy Rules
The European Commission faces embarrassment as its targeted advertising campaign on X platform violated EU data protection regulations by processing sensitive political data without consent. The European Data Protection Supervisor issued a reprimand for unlawfully micro-targeting Dutch users based on political views.
55 Organizations Unite to Defend Encryption Rights Against EU Surveillance Proposals
A powerful coalition of organizations warns EU Ministers about proposed policies that could compromise digital privacy and enable mass surveillance. Privacy advocates and tech companies emphasize that strong encryption is non-negotiable, with some threatening to leave the EU if forced to weaken security standards.
Instagram's Failed Self-Harm Content Moderation Puts Teen Safety at Risk
A Danish study reveals Instagram's inability to detect and remove self-harm content, with none of 85 test images being taken down despite Meta's claims of 99% removal rates. The platform's algorithm actively connects users engaging with harmful content, raising serious concerns about teen safety and EU compliance.
MI6 Chief Warns of Russia's Escalating Sabotage Campaign Across Europe
British intelligence chief Richard Moore reveals evidence of Russian sabotage operations in Europe, calling them "staggeringly reckless" while warning of broader security implications. Moore emphasizes the critical importance of maintaining support for Ukraine despite mounting costs and potential policy shifts.
INC Ransom Strikes UK Children's Hospital in Major Cybersecurity Breach
Ransomware group INC Ransom claims to have stolen sensitive patient data from Alder Hey Children's Hospital in Liverpool, compromising records spanning 2018-2024. Hospital officials are working with the National Crime Agency while maintaining operations, as security experts link the attack to CitrixBleed vulnerability exploitation.
EU Prosecutors Call for Crackdown on Encrypted Messaging Apps
European Union prosecutors are pushing for strict measures against privacy-focused messaging services that limit data retention, targeting apps like WhatsApp and Signal. The proposed sanctions include potential app store removals and prison sentences, sparking debate between law enforcement needs and privacy rights.