Cookie Crumbs: France Fines Google and SHEIN Millions for Privacy Breaches
France’s data protection watchdog CNIL slapped hefty fines on Google and SHEIN for cookie shenanigans without consent. Google also got a bonus fine for sneaking ads into email. These companies might need a new cookie jar—one that doesn’t leak cash!
Hot Take:
Oh la la! It seems like Google and SHEIN have been caught with their hands in the cookie jar, and CNIL isn’t letting them get away with just a slap on the wrist. While these tech giants might be used to playing by their own rules, the French data cops have clearly decided it’s time for a serious game of digital Whac-A-Mole. Who knew cookies could be so costly?
Key Points:
- Google fined €325 million for cookie consent and ad breaches.
- SHEIN slapped with a €150 million fine for cookie misuse.
- CNIL emphasizes the importance of informed user consent.
- Both companies plan to review or appeal the decisions.
- US-EU tech regulation tensions could escalate.
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