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New data protection guidelines at Facebook, Amazon and TikTok – problems with implementation
According to a report by www.hna.de, online platforms such as Facebook and TikTok have so far had inadequate controls in place to protect users. However, as of August 25th, new privacy policies should come into effect to address this issue. However, the Federal Association of Consumer Organizations (vzbv) has found that large gaps still exist. Under the EU's new Digital Services Act (DSA), major online platforms and search engines must take measures to protect users from fraudulent and unfair practices. These new requirements aim to better protect consumers and their fundamental rights by making them see less illegal content and allowing commercial users to take better action against providers. …
New data protection guidelines at Facebook, Amazon and TikTok – problems with implementation
According to a report by www.hna.de, online platforms such as Facebook and TikTok have so far had inadequate controls in place to protect users. However, as of August 25th, new privacy policies should come into effect to address this issue. However, the Federal Association of Consumer Organizations (vzbv) has found that large gaps still exist.
Under the EU's new Digital Services Act (DSA), major online platforms and search engines must take measures to protect users from fraudulent and unfair practices. These new requirements aim to better protect consumers and their fundamental rights by making them see less illegal content and allowing commercial users to take better action against providers.
However, the vzbv has found that large providers such as Amazon, the Apple App Store, Facebook and TikTok offer a contact point for users, but these are not always easily accessible. It takes up to five clicks to find contact information. In addition, these platforms are obliged to explain to users why certain offers are shown to them. It should also be possible to turn off personalized recommendations with one click. Currently only the travel portal booking.com meets these requirements.
The impact of these issues could leave users unprotected on online platforms and continue to be exposed to unfair practices. There is a risk that users will be exposed to dangerous or fraudulent content. This could affect consumers' trust in these platforms and lead them to seek alternative platforms that offer better security.
It remains to be seen how the major providers will react and whether they will make the necessary changes to comply with the new requirements. Failure to comply with these requirements could have legal consequences for companies. The vzbv has announced that it will issue warnings to companies in the event of violations.
Source: According to a report from www.hna.de: https://www.hna.de/verbraucher/verbraucherzentrale-kritik-unfaire-praxis-facebook-amazon-tiktok-datenschutz-vzbv-92510521.html
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