Republic of Korea: PIPC investigation into Kakao Co. regarding alleged violations of personal information protection regulations
Progress
Current status
in force
23 May 2024 in force
Scope
Implementers
Republic of Korea
Policy Area
Data governance
Policy Instrument
Cybersecurity regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
messaging service provider
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
data protection authority
Implementation Level
national
Timeline of events
Issued ruling in PIPC investigation into Kakao Co. regarding alleged violations of personal information protection regulations
On 23 May 2024, the Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC) issued a ruling following its investigation into Kakao Corp. regarding alleged violations of personal information protection regulations. The PIPC imposed a fine of KRW 15.1 billi…
SourceEvent type
investigation
Action type
ruling
Government branch
executive
Government body
data protection authority