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WhatsApp privacy policy fails POPIA compliance, says watchdog
Published Wednesday, 11 September 2024
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A watchdog has determined that WhatsApp's privacy policy does not meet POPIA compliance standards in South Africa. This finding highlights ongoing concerns about international tech platforms adhering to local data protection requirements and could prompt regulatory scrutiny from the Information Regulator.
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