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Italian DPA fines Wind Tre €16.7 million for unlawful telemarketing

The Italian Data Protection Authority issued a final decision on 05/06/2026 imposing an administrative fine of EUR 16,700,000 on Wind Tre S.p.A. for violations related to unsolicited marketing, lack of consent, and unlawful contract activations. The DPA also banned further processing of personal data obtained without consent and ordered the company to strengthen technical and organisational measures.

Why it matters: The fine underscores the accountability of telecom operators for GDPR compliance in marketing and sales practices.

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Italian DPA fines Wind Tre EUR 16 700 000 for unlawful telemarketing and data protection infringements
European Data Protection Board news · primary source · Oct 12, 2026
Details
JurisdictionItaly
RegulatorItalian Data Protection Authority (Garante)
LawGeneral Data Protection Regulation
StatusIn effect
PublishedOctober 12, 2026
EffectiveJune 5, 2026
DecisionJune 5, 2026
PenaltyEUR 16 700 000
OrganisationsWind Tre S.p.A.
Topicsconsent, transparency, access, opt out, security, privacy
Datapersonal