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Maserati, Intel among 145 apps named by regulator for illicit-data practices in China

( August 6, 2025, 04:24 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Apps developed by Italian automaker Maserati, Dutch health-tech giant Philips, US tech giant Intel, US plumbing supplier Kohler, and China's Bytedance — among 145 companies identified by Shanghai's communications regulator yesterday — have been flagged for allegedly infringing on user-data rights. The violations include cross-border data transfers lacking clearly defined safety measures, unclear personal information processing policies, collecting personal data beyond authorized limits, inadequate minor verification, difficulties in account deactivation and mishandling user complaints. Companies are now required to immediately remedy these issues, conduct a full self-assessment of their data practices, and submit detailed reports to the authorities within 30 days, or face potential regulatory consequences.The statement follows and the list of apps and software development kits, in Chinese, is attached:...

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