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"Meta AI non-compliant with GDPR" – Digital rights group menaces Meta with injunction over EU AI training
- Austria-based digital rights group noyb has sent a cease and desist letter to Meta over its AI training plans, arguing they are not GDPR-compliant.
- Meta intends to feed its AI models with public posts and user interactions from May 27, 2025, with an opt-out option, which noyb contests as a violation of GDPR rules.
- noyb believes Meta should seek opt-in consent under GDPR regulations rather than relying on opt-out mechanisms.
- The group has threatened Meta with an injunction and potential class actions if the AI training proceeds without changes.
- Meta's use of the legitimate interest provision in GDPR is questioned by noyb, as it may infringe on users' rights and freedoms.
- Noyb argues Meta's AI training won't be able to comply with GDPR rights like the right to be forgotten or access to data due to the nature of the database.
- Meta's dialogue with EU regulators and reference to an EDPB opinion are deemed insufficient by noyb regarding the legality of AI training.
- Despite warnings from consumer protection groups, Meta plans to start feeding its AI models with EU user data on May 27, prompting concerns and potential legal action.
- Users are advised to opt out of Meta AI training if they wish to protect their data privacy by filling out objection forms on Facebook and Instagram.
- noyb continues to advocate for user consent as a solution to GDPR issues around Meta AI training and is evaluating legal actions if necessary.
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