Key facts
- Uber was fined €825 million ($966 million) by the Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP).
- The fine was issued for violating GDPR rules regarding automated decision-making and notification.
- The incidents occurred between 2020 and 2022.
- Uber plans to appeal the fine, calling it disproportionate and stating its current policies include human reviews.
The Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP) has fined Uber €825 million ($966 million) for violating European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) rules. The penalty stems from Uber's automated deactivation of driver accounts without adequate notice or human involvement between 2020 and 2022. The authority stated that Uber committed serious infringements by making decisions with significant consequences for drivers' income without human oversight. Uber has announced its intention to appeal, calling the fine disproportionate and asserting that its current policies incorporate human reviews and opportunities for drivers to dispute suspensions. This marks the fourth fine Uber has received from the Dutch authority.