MLU B.V. – €100,000,000 Fine (Netherlands, 2026)
The Dutch data protection authority fined MLU B.V. for transferring personal data to Russia without proper safeguards. This decision is significant because it shows that companies must follow strict rules when handling data across borders. It serves as a warning to businesses about the importance of compliance.
What happened
MLU B.V. was fined for unlawfully transferring personal data to Russia without appropriate safeguards.
Who was affected
Individuals whose personal data was transferred to Russia by MLU B.V.
What the authority found
The authority ruled that MLU B.V. violated GDPR by not ensuring adequate protection for data transferred outside the EU.
Why this matters
This fine underscores the importance of compliance with data transfer regulations. Companies must ensure that they have the right protections in place when dealing with international data transfers.
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No other enforcement actions found for MLU B.V. in NL
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Details
Fine Date
1 April 2026
Authority
Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens
Fine Amount
€100,000,000
GDPRhub ID
gdprhub-9990About this data
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