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noyb files GDPR and DSA complaint against X (Twitter) over illegal political micro‑targeting

noyb lodged a complaint with the Dutch Data Protection Authority alleging that X (Twitter) used users' political views and religious beliefs for targeted advertising on behalf of the EU Commission. The complaint asserts violations of the GDPR and the Digital Services Act. noyb urges the authority to impose a fine on X.

Why it matters: The complaint alleges unlawful processing of sensitive data for political ads, potentially triggering enforcement under EU privacy and platform rules.

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Sources
GDPR complaint against X (Twitter) over illegal micro-targeting for chat control ads
noyb · primary source · Dec 14, 2023
GDPR complaint against X (Twitter) over illegal micro-targeting for chat control ads
noyb · Dec 14, 2023
Details
JurisdictionNetherlands
RegulatorDutch Data Protection Authority
LawDigital Services Act
StatusFiled
PublishedDecember 14, 2023
Effectivenot stated
OrganisationsX (Twitter), European Commission
Topicstargeted advertising, profiling, privacy
Datapersonal, sensitive