ICO reprimands Sky Betting and Gaming for unlawful user data processing via advertising cookies.

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) reprimanded Sky Betting and Gaming for unlawfully processing user data via advertising cookies without user consent. Although the investigation found no evidence of intentional misuse, the ICO determined the methods used were not lawful or fair. This action is part of the ICO's broader effort to ensure fair data practices across websites, with plans to scrutinize the next 100 most visited sites for compliance.

September 16, 2024
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