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flag Ireland’s hiring of ex-Meta lobbyist Niamh Sweeney as data chief sparks privacy concerns over conflicts and watchdog independence.

flag Ireland’s appointment of Niamh Sweeney, a former Meta lobbyist, as a data protection commissioner has sparked criticism from privacy advocates who question the independence of the Data Protection Commission. flag Concerns center on potential conflicts of interest and the watchdog’s ability to fairly enforce EU data laws, especially given Sweeney’s past work with major tech firms. flag The controversy highlights broader worries about regulatory effectiveness and public trust, particularly as the DPC oversees global tech giants under GDPR.

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