Menarini Silicon Biosystems SpA – €21,000 Fine (Italy, 2025)
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Menarini Silicon Biosystems SpA was fined €21,000 for not properly informing people about how their health data was used in research. This matters because it highlights the importance of transparency and proper data handling in medical research. Companies must ensure they communicate clearly with individuals about their data.
What happened
Menarini Silicon Biosystems SpA failed to provide adequate information to individuals about the use of their pseudonymised health data.
Who was affected
People whose health data was used in the company's oncological research were affected.
What the authority found
The Italian DPA found that Menarini did not comply with data processing principles, including transparency and data storage limitations.
Why this matters
This case emphasizes that companies must be transparent about data use, especially in sensitive areas like health. It serves as a reminder for businesses to prioritize clear communication with individuals regarding their data.
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The Italian DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 21,000 on Menarini Silicon Biosystems SpA. The controller is conducting oncological research and has developed a software that is able to classify human cells. The controller used pseudonymised health data from an American company which is part of the same group. The controller failed to ensure, that data subjects received adequate information and to ensure adequate data storage limitation. The controller also failed to demonstrate compliance with the general data processing principles.
Related Enforcement Actions (0)
No other enforcement actions found for Menarini Silicon Biosystems SpA in IT
This is the only recorded action for this entity in this jurisdiction.
Details
Fine Date
21 May 2025
Authority
Garante per la protezione dei dati personali
Fine Amount
€21,000
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-2753
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Menarini Silicon Biosystems SpA - Italy (2025). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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