Google, Meta file lawsuit against Korean data protection watchdog's ruling

Published date06 March 2023
Publication titleThe Korea Times

Google and Meta Platforms have filed a lawsuit against a ruling by the Korean data protection watchdog to fine the global tech giants for illegally collecting personal data here, industry sources said Monday.

The legal action by the two U.S. companies came after the Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC) decided in September last year to slap a combined fine of 100 billion won ($77.2 million) on them for collecting personal information without users' consent and using it for personalized online advertising and other purposes.

The fines marked the highest amount ever imposed for alleged violations of the personal information protection law.

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