Security firm fined under GDPR after employee used WhatsApp to transfer personal information
On the 10th July 2020, the AEPD – Spain’s data protection authority initiated a sanctioning procedure to fine the Barcelona…
Scott Dooley
Scott Dooley is a seasoned entrepreneur and data protection expert with over 15 years of experience in the tech industry. As the founder of Measured Collective and Kahunam, Scott has dedicated his career to helping businesses navigate the complex landscape of data privacy and GDPR compliance.
With a background in marketing and web development, Scott brings a unique perspective to data protection issues, understanding both the technical and business implications of privacy regulations. His expertise spans from cookie compliance to implementing privacy-by-design principles in software development.
Scott is passionate about demystifying GDPR and making data protection accessible to businesses of all sizes. Through his blog, he shares practical insights, best practices, and the latest developments in data privacy law, helping readers stay informed and compliant in an ever-changing regulatory environment.
Hotel group fined approx 148,000 euros for failing to delete over 500,000 customer profiles
If you have old contacts sitting around in your CRM or email marketing software, now is the time to delete…
Spanish Data Authority (AEPD) fines e-commerce website €3,000 for unlawful cookie practices
On 6 August 2020, the AEPD (Spain’s data authority) decided to fine Grow Beats SL, an e-commerce company that targets…
ICO Fine Cathay Pacific £500,000 for failing to protect customers’ data
On the 4th March 2020 the ICO reported that they will fine Hong-Kong based airline Cathay Pacific £500,000 for failing…