Irish data protection watchdog fines Google €403M over GDPR breaches
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- Google was fined €403 million by Ireland's Data Protection Commission for GDPR breaches related to user location data processing.
- The DPC found Google unlawfully and unfairly processed location data through three features: web and app activity, location history, and location accuracy.
- Users may have been unaware that their location was used for ads or interest inference, losing control over personal data.
- Google may appeal the decision, saying it involves historical policies updated since 2019.
- The fine is the fourth largest under GDPR, following Meta, TikTok, and Instagram penalties.
- European consumer group BEUC welcomed the decision, but criticized the lengthy investigation time.