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Private individual: Insufficient legal basis for data processing
The Spanish DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 10,000 on a private individual for unlawfully using the photo of a minor to create a social media profile.
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The Spanish DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 10,000 on a private individual for unlawfully using the photo of a minor to create a social media profile.
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