Brazil’s National Data Protection Authority (ANPD) has immediately suspended the validity of Meta’s new privacy policy, which involves the use of personal data for training generative artificial intelligence systems.
The ANPD’s preventive measure, published in Brazil’s official gazette, halts the processing of personal data across all Meta products, including data from individuals who do not use the tech giant’s platforms. The authority, under the Justice Ministry, has imposed a daily fine of 50,000 reais ($8,836.58) for non-compliance.
The decision was based on the “imminent risk of serious and irreparable or difficult-to-repair damage to the fundamental rights of affected holders.”
Meta is required to amend its privacy policy to remove the section related to using personal data for AI training. Additionally, the company must issue an official statement confirming the suspension of personal data processing for that purpose.
In response, Meta expressed disappointment with ANPD’s decision, calling it a “setback for innovation” that will delay the benefits of AI for Brazilians. The company stated, “We are more transparent than many players in this industry who have used public content to train their models and products. Our approach complies with privacy laws and regulations in Brazil.”
Source: thehindu.com
