Italy: Data Protection Authority found use of biometric data by e-Campus Online University to verify attendance was unlawful and imposed a fine of EUR 50'000

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Data Protection Authority found use of biometric data by e-Campus Online University to verify attendance was unlawful and imposed a fine of EUR 50'000

On 29 January 2026, the Data Protection Authority ruled that the processing of biometric data by e-Campus Online University for student attendance verification was unlawful and imposed an administrative fine of EUR 50’000. The case followed a report…

Scope

Policy Area
Data governance
Policy Instrument
Data protection regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
other service provider, software provider: other software
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
data protection authority

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2026-01-29
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On 29 January 2026, the Data Protection Authority ruled that the processing of biometric data by e-…