Technology

EU announces new privacy probe rules

By Athik Saleh

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New rules proposed

The European Commission has proposed new rules to address criticisms against investigations into Big Tech's privacy abuses in Europe.

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Criticism

Europe's GDPR increased Big Tech investigations, but critics argue lengthy probes and moderate penalties weaken its impact.

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Irish DPC

Other European countries have often criticized Irish DPC's lax attitude toward Big Tech data privacy violations. They have been asking for a bigger role. 

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Cross-border investigations

The Commission proposed sharing "summary of key issues" in cross-border investigations, allowing early feedback from other data protection authorities.

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Enhance rights

New rules aim to improve the rights of complainants and defendants in investigations, granting opportunities to be heard at different stages.

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