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Ridetech International B.V. – €100,000,000 Fine (Netherlands, 2026)
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Ridetech International B.V. received a massive €100 million fine for not safeguarding personal data when transferring it outside the EU. This is crucial because it emphasizes the need for companies to protect user data, especially when dealing with international data transfers.
What happened
Ridetech International B.V. failed to implement proper safeguards for transferring personal data to servers in Russia.
Who was affected
Users of the Yangoo taxi app whose personal data was stored on servers in Russia.
What the authority found
The Dutch DPA ruled that Ridetech did not provide adequate protections for personal data, violating GDPR requirements for international data transfers.
Why this matters
This ruling serves as a warning to companies about the importance of data protection when transferring information abroad. Businesses must ensure they comply with GDPR standards to avoid hefty fines.
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No other enforcement actions found for Ridetech International B.V. in NL
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Details
Fine Date
1 April 2026
Authority
Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens
Fine Amount
€100,000,000
Enforcement Tracker ID
3171
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Ridetech International B.V. - Netherlands (2026). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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