Recent reports show South Korea has fined Google and Meta for privacy violations. Read the entire article to learn more about this news piece.
Statements given by all the parties
As per reports, South Korea has fined Google and Meta heavily. When Google was asked fora response, “We disagree with the PIPC’s findings, and will review the full written decision once it’s shared with us,” a Google spokesperson said.”We’ve always demonstrated our commitment to making ongoing updates that give users control and transparency while providing the most helpful products possible. We remain committed to engaging with the PIPC to protect the privacy of South Korean users.” When Meta was asked to comment, a Meta spokesperson said, “While we respect the commission’s decision, we are confident that we work with our clients in a legally compliant way that meets the processes required by local regulations. As such, we do not agree with the commission’s decision, and will be open to all options including seeking a ruling from the court.”
About Google
Google is the most popular search engine in the world. Sundar Pichai is the CEO of the company. An inspiration for many, this man has made put Google on the path to success. The main purpose of Google is to provide people access to information anywhere and everywhere. People actually rely on Google to answer their smartest and silliest questions and Google gives answers to them in the most appropriate and accurate way possible. The company has its headquarters in California and people die to get a job at this company. Google has made such a name for itself that someone who works with them automatically gets an edge over the others.
About Meta
Meta is the parent company of WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram. The main purpose behind the existence of Meta is to bring the world’s best technology together and design something innovative. People play a crucial role in the world by helping people connect and relate to each other by providing them with the best technology to do so. It also provides people with a way to express themselves in whichever way they like , and they are able to have fun while doing it. The three social media apps that come under meta have helped change people’s lives for the better. They have been able to make their careers and they have been able to explore themselves and find out what they really want.