€150M Fine for SHEIN: Is Your Cookie Banner a Ticking Time Bomb?

7. November 2025 by Debora Timoteo

The French data protection authority (CNIL) has made an example of the online fashion giant SHEIN, imposing a staggering €150 million fine. The reason: a systematic and severe violation of the cookie rules under the ePrivacy Directive. The ruling, dated September 1, 2025 (Case No. SAN-2025-005), is one of the highest fines ever issued for … Read more

What’s the Cost of Ignoring Basic Security Measures?

7. November 20257. November 2025 by Debora Timoteo

Can ignoring fundamental security measures like multi-factor authentication (MFA) lead to a multi-million euro fine? The Estonian Data Protection Inspectorate (AKI) has answered this question with a resounding “Yes,” imposing a €3 million fine on the pharmaceutical wholesaler Allium UPI. The case is a stark warning for any company that processes customer data, demonstrating that … Read more

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