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Google’s use of student data could effectively ban Chromebooks from Denmark schools

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Google’s use of student data could effectively ban Chromebooks from Denmark schools

The Danish privacy regulator, Datatilsynet, has ruled that cities in Denmark must ensure greater privacy assurances when using Google services that may expose children's data. The regulator found that Google uses student data from Chromebooks and Google Workplace for Education for its own purposes, which contravenes European privacy laws. Municipalities have until March 1st to explain how they will comply with the order and will no longer be able to transfer data to Google starting August 1st. This could result in the phasing out of Chromebooks. The regulator also stated that municipalities cannot send data to Google unless there are legal changes or Google provides a way to filter students' information. Google has been working with Danish municipalities to address the privacy concerns since July 2022.

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Ojasvika Sahu
Ojasvika SahuCo-Founder at Shram....

Might seem premature to many, but its actually a great step. We almost have no control over what comes in front of our eyes on the internet, can be even tougher for children to navigate.

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