Dutch Regulator Fines Uber $966M for Automating Driver Suspensions
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Dutch Regulator Fines Uber $966M for Automating Driver Suspensions

Aug 21st, 2026 • 5 minView Source

The Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP) has decided to fine Uber €825 million ($966 million) under European data protection rules for deactivating driver accounts through automated systems without adequately informing them, according to an August 17 decision reviewed by Reuters. …

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