Noyb takes Swedish tax authority to court for selling people's personal data (noyb.eu)
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The European non-profit organization noyb (None of Your Business) has initiated legal proceedings against the Swedish tax authority for allegedly violating EU data protection laws by selling citizens’ personal data. This action follows a Swedish citizen’s request to the authority to cease the sale of their data, a request that was ignored. noyb argues that this practice constitutes a breach of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), specifically highlighting the unlawful processing and potential commercial exploitation of personal information. The case underscores the ongoing challenges in ensuring compliance with GDPR across various sectors and the role of organizations like noyb in holding public authorities accountable for data protection breaches. The lawsuit seeks to establish a precedent, emphasizing the importance of protecting individuals’ data rights and preventing the unauthorized commercial use of personal information by government agencies. The outcome of this legal challenge will significantly impact the interpretation and application of GDPR concerning data sharing practices by public bodies within the EU.