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Citynews S.p.A. – €15,000 Fine (Italy, 2023)
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Citynews S.p.A. was fined for publishing an article that included health information about a person without proper legal grounds. This is significant because it highlights the need for media companies to respect privacy laws when reporting news. The fine of €15,000 serves as a warning about the consequences of mishandling sensitive information.
What happened
Citynews S.p.A. was fined for publishing health data of an individual without a valid legal basis.
Who was affected
The individual whose health information was published in the newspaper article.
What the authority found
The Italian DPA found that Citynews did not have a legal basis for processing the sensitive health data in its article.
Why this matters
This case emphasizes the importance of adhering to privacy regulations in journalism. Media companies should ensure they have the right to publish sensitive information to avoid penalties.
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The Italian DPA has fined Citynews S.p.A. EUR 15,000. The controller had published an article in a newspaper reporting on the arrest of an individual, including health data of the data subject without a valid legal basis.
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Details
Fine Date
14 April 2023
Authority
Garante per la protezione dei dati personali
Fine Amount
€15,000
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Citynews S.p.A. - Italy (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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