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Dutch Watchdog Fines Uber $324 Million

August 26, 2024
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Dutch Watchdog Fines Uber $324 Million

On August 26, 2024, the Dutch Data Protection Authority issued a significant fine of 290 million euros ($324 million) to Uber for failing to adequately protect European drivers’ personal data during its transfer to the United States. This substantial penalty highlights the enforcement of stringent data protection regulations under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), which mandates robust safeguards for personal data, especially when transferred outside the EU. The fine pertains to a period exceeding two years, during which Uber allegedly did not meet the necessary GDPR requirements for data protection.

The fine follows a landmark 2020 ruling by the EU’s top court that invalidated the Privacy Shield agreement, which previously allowed for the transfer of data between the EU and the U.S. due to concerns over U.S. government surveillance. According to the Dutch Data Protection Authority, Uber’s data transfer practices, which were no longer supported by Standard Contractual Clauses after August 2021, did not ensure an adequate level of protection for the data of European drivers. This lapse in protection led to the significant fine.

Uber has firmly contested the fine, describing it as flawed and unjustified. The company asserts that its data transfer processes were compliant with GDPR during the period of legal ambiguity and intends to appeal the decision. Uber’s defense emphasizes that the legal framework governing data transfers was in flux due to the EU’s court ruling and that it has since adopted measures to align with the new regulatory requirements.

The Dutch Data Protection Authority’s decision underscores the rigorous expectations of GDPR for protecting personal data, particularly in cross-border contexts. As companies navigate evolving legal landscapes, this case serves as a reminder of the critical importance of maintaining robust data protection practices and adapting swiftly to regulatory changes. The outcome of Uber’s appeal will likely have significant implications for how data protection compliance is enforced across international boundaries.

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  • Dutch watchdog fines Uber $324 million for alleged inadequate protection of drivers’ data
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