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Megastar SL – €1,600 Fine (Spain, 2019)
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Megastar SL was fined for using a video surveillance system that invaded people's privacy. They also failed to post required notices about data protection. This case is important because it shows that businesses must respect privacy when using surveillance.
What happened
Megastar SL operated a video surveillance system that extended too far into public areas without proper signage.
Who was affected
Members of the public who were captured by the company's video surveillance cameras.
What the authority found
The Spanish data protection authority found that the company violated GDPR by not properly managing its video surveillance practices.
Why this matters
This ruling serves as a reminder for businesses to respect privacy when using surveillance systems. Companies should review their surveillance practices to ensure compliance.
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The company operated a video surveillance system in which the observation angle of the cameras extended unnecessarily far into the public traffic area. Furthermore, no sign with data protection notices was affixed.
Related Enforcement Actions (0)
No other enforcement actions found for Megastar SL in ES
This is the only recorded action for this entity in this jurisdiction.
Details
Fine Date
10 December 2019
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€1,600
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Megastar SL - Spain (2019). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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