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Austrian DPA may fine Google up to €6 billion for illegal EU‑US data transfers

The Austrian Data Protection Authority (DSB) has the option under the GDPR to impose a fine of up to €6 billion (4% of global turnover) on Google for continuing to transfer personal data from EU websites to the United States despite CJEU Schrems II rulings. The potential penalty is highlighted in a complaint filed by the privacy group noyb.

Why it matters: A record‑size GDPR fine is at risk for Google over non‑compliant cross‑border data transfers.

Summary generated from the sources below. Check the primary source before relying on it; this is not legal advice.

Sources
Austrian DPA has option to fine Google up to €6 billion
noyb · primary source · May 5, 2021
Austrian DPA has option to fine Google up to €6 billion
noyb · May 5, 2021
Details
JurisdictionAustria
RegulatorAustrian Data Protection Authority (DSB)
LawGeneral Data Protection Regulation
StatusAnnounced
PublishedMay 5, 2021
Effectivenot stated
OrganisationsGoogle LLC, Google Ireland Ltd
Topicscross border transfer, privacy, security
Datapersonal