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Telecommunications Operator – €1,020 Fine (Bulgaria, 2023)
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A telecommunications operator was fined EUR 1,020 for creating a customer profile without proper identification methods. This meant that personal data was collected without the individual's knowledge or consent. It highlights the need for companies to ensure they have clear identification processes.
What happened
The telecommunications operator created a customer profile for someone who did not consent to it.
Who was affected
Individuals whose profiles were created without their knowledge or consent.
What the authority found
The authority found that the company did not implement sufficient identification methods, violating GDPR requirements.
Why this matters
This case underscores the importance of having robust identification processes in place. Companies should ensure they obtain proper consent before collecting personal data.
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The Bulgarian DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 1,020 on a telecommunications operator. The controller did not implement sufficient identification methodes, resulting in a customer profile being created for an individual who neither knew nor wanted a profile to be made.
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Details
Fine Date
16 March 2023
Authority
Commission for Personal Data Protection
Fine Amount
€1,020
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Telecommunications Operator - Bulgaria (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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