Republic of Korea: Communications Commission investigation into Apple's compliance with location information protection laws
Progress
Current status
in force
12 Jun 2024 in force
Scope
Implementers
Republic of Korea
Policy Area
Data governance
Policy Instrument
Data protection regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
technological consumer goods
search service provider
software provider: other software
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
other regulatory body
Implementation Level
national
Timeline of events
Issued Communications Commission ruling following investigation into Apple's compliance with location information protection laws
On 12 June 2024, the Korea Communications Commission (KCC) concluded its investigation into Apple Korea, finding the company in violation of the Location Information Act. The violations included inadequate disclosure of terms of use, non-compliance …
SourceEvent type
investigation
Action type
ruling
Government branch
executive
Government body
other regulatory body