EU wants to give consumers more control over their data

Deutsche Welle
Google and Facebook may have to change their policies…

European officials argue that individuals should get a better say on how their data is obtained and used. The European Commission wants to strengthen people's 'right to be forgotten.'

The European Union announced on Thursday its intention to give individuals more control on how their personal data is collected and used.

"The protection of personal data is a fundamental right," EU Justice Commissioner Viviane Reding said in a statement.

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