Crossing the Line: When Data Moves Without Permission
Ireland’s Data Protection Commission (DPC) recently issued one of the largest fines in privacy history
Welcome Back to the CHEQ Up
In this episode, we explore one of the largest privacy fines in history: the $600 million penalty against TikTok for unlawful cross-border data transfers to China. Beyond the headlines, this case proves that consent banners alone don’t protect you—true compliance depends on controlling the pipeline.
Inside the episode:
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Why consent doesn’t override jurisdictional boundaries
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What cross-border data transfers really mean for businesses
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How invisible transfers create hidden compliance gaps
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Practical ways to spot and enforce data flow rules
Takeaway:
TikTok’s fine is a warning shot. Consent without enforcement is hollow. Real compliance means knowing where your data travels—and being able to stop it from crossing the wrong borders.