Lepus Asset Management Oy – Violation Found (Finland, 2026)

Violation Found
DPA Tietosuojavaltuutetu19 March 2026Finland
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Violation Found

A Finnish company was found to have sent marketing messages without getting consent from recipients. This ruling is significant because it reinforces the requirement for businesses to obtain permission before sending direct marketing communications. Companies should ensure they have clear consent processes in place.

What happened

Lepus Asset Management Oy engaged in electronic direct marketing without obtaining consent from recipients.

Who was affected

Individuals who received electronic marketing messages from Lepus Asset Management Oy without consent.

What the authority found

The authority found that the company violated data protection rules by not securing consent for direct marketing communications.

Why this matters

This case emphasizes the importance of obtaining consent for marketing activities. Businesses must implement proper consent mechanisms to avoid legal issues.

GDPR Articles Cited

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Art. 7(GDPR)
Art. 5(3) ePrivacy Directive GDPR
Art. 95(GDPR)
Art. 4(11) GDPR
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Art. 4(11) GDPR
Art. 7(GDPR)
Art. 95(GDPR)
Art. 5(3) ePrivacy Directive

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National Law Articles

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§200, §305, §330, Laki sähköisen viestinnän palveluista (917/2014)
2. luku, Kuluttajansuojalain (38/1978)
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Full Legal Summary
Detailed

The case involves electronic direct marketing without consent, unrelated to cookies or consent banners.

Outcome

Violation Found

The DPA found a violation but did not impose a fine.

Related Enforcement Actions (0)

No other enforcement actions found for Lepus Asset Management Oy in FI

This is the only recorded action for this entity in this jurisdiction.

Details

Decision Date

19 March 2026

Authority

DPA Tietosuojavaltuutetu

GDPRhub ID

gdprhub-9939

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