Uber Technologies Inc. faces a record fine of $324 million imposed by the Dutch Data Protection Authority for failing to comply with European privacy standards over data transfers.
The Dutch Data Protection Authority stated that Uber improperly collected and sent sensitive driver data, including criminal and medical records, to its U.S. headquarters without adequate privacy protections.
Caspar Nixon from Uber called the fine unjustified, arguing that their data transfer procedures were compliant with European laws, reflecting the company's intention to appeal the ruling.
Aleid Wolfsen, chairman of the Dutch data protection authority, emphasized the seriousness of Uber's violations, noting the agency’s investigation stemmed from complaints made by over 170 French drivers.
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