Clearview AI Faces the Music: Criminal Complaint Targets Data Scraping Shenanigans!
Clearview AI faces a criminal complaint from privacy advocates at Noyb for allegedly scraping social media users’ faces without consent. With over $100 million in unpaid fines across Europe, Noyb argues that Clearview’s executives could face criminal penalties, including jail time, for ignoring GDPR regulations. This legal showdown promises more drama than a courtroom TV special.
Hot Take:
Well, well, well, if it isn’t the pot calling the kettle a data scraper! Clearview AI is getting more attention than a Facebook relationship status change. With fines stacking up like Jenga blocks and privacy advocates on their tail like paparazzi at a celebrity wedding, Clearview might want to consider taking up knitting instead of collecting faces. It’s about to get hot in the courtroom, and the only thing Clearview will be clearing is their calendar for upcoming legal battles!
Key Points:
- Noyb filed a criminal complaint against Clearview AI for unauthorized facial data scraping.
- The complaint highlights unpaid fines from multiple European countries totaling over $100 million.
- Clearview AI is accused of ignoring EU data protection laws and rights.
- The complaint is based on Article 84 of the GDPR, allowing for criminal proceedings in Austria.
- Despite legal woes, Clearview AI boasts a collection of over 60 billion images.