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Amazon fined $2.25M for withholding evidence from fraud victims
June 30, 2026
Back to all postsIn a significant move, the Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) has fined Amazon €2.03 billion ($2.25 million CAD) for withholding evidence from consumers who were victims of fraud on its platform. The penalty is the largest ever issued by the DPC and highlights the increasing scrutiny on tech companies' data practices. This fine underscores the importance of transparency and accountability in handling customer data, especially for businesses operating in multiple jurisdictions like Amazon. For Canadian SMBs, this serves as a reminder to prioritize compliance with data protection regulations to protect their customers, maintain trust, and avoid potential financial penalties.
Source: BleepingComputer
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