Italy

Italian Privacy Authority Fines Intesa Sanpaolo €17.6 Million

The Italian Privacy Authority has fined Intesa Sanpaolo €17.6 million for unlawfully processing the data of approximately 2.4 million customers. The fine stems from the transfer of customer data to its wholly-owned subsidiary, Isybank, as part of a corporate operation.

Italian DPA Newsletter: Aldilapp Fine, Camera Rules, Delegation Platform, AI Concerns

The Italian Data Protection Authority (Garante) issued a newsletter on March 9, 2026, detailing several key actions. It includes a fine against Aldilapp for digital cemetery services, new rules for non-compliant cameras, approval for a delegation management platform, and global data protection authorities' concerns about AI-generated intimate content.

Garante Monitors 'Family in Woods' Case, Recalls Child Protection

The Italian Data Protection Authority (Garante) is monitoring the "family in woods" case and has issued a press release reminding media outlets of their obligations regarding child protection and data privacy. The Garante urges caution in disseminating information that could identify minors.

Garante Privacy Orders Amazon to Stop Worker Surveillance

The Italian Data Protection Authority (Garante privacy) has ordered Amazon Italia Logistica to immediately stop its worker surveillance system. The authority found that Amazon collected sensitive information on employees, including health conditions, union activities, and personal/family life, violating data protection regulations.

Chiara Mosca Appointed Interim Consob President

Chiara Mosca has been appointed interim President of Consob, the Italian securities regulator, effective March 9, 2026. She assumes the role following the conclusion of Paolo Savona's seven-year mandate. Mosca, a Commissioner since 2021, will serve until a new President is appointed.

Consob Blocks 11 Websites for Financial Abuse

The Italian financial regulator, Consob, has ordered the blocking of 11 new websites engaged in financial abuse and unauthorized investment services. This action brings the total number of blocked sites to 1,599 since July 2019, with 136 related to crypto-activities.

FWU Life Insurance Liquidation: Claims Processing and ID Requirements

IVASS has announced that the liquidator for FWU Life Insurance Lux S.A. is processing claims, with no automatic confirmation of receipt due to high volume. Creditors are urged to update their identification documents to the electronic ID (CIE) by August 3, 2026, to ensure their claims are processed.

IVASS Warns of Counterfeit ADAC VERSICHERUNG AG Insurance Policies

The Italian Insurance Supervisory Authority (IVASS) has issued a warning regarding counterfeit surety insurance policies falsely attributed to ADAC VERSICHERUNG AG. The agency advises consumers to verify policy legitimacy and check authorized lists on the IVASS website.

IVASS Orders Blocking of 3 Abusive Insurance Websites

The Italian Insurance Supervisory Authority (IVASS) has ordered the blocking of three abusive websites offering unauthorized insurance services. This action brings the total number of blocked abusive sites to 352 since November 2023, highlighting ongoing efforts to protect consumers from fraudulent insurance activities.

IVASS Orders Blocking of Abusive Insurance Website

The Italian Insurance Supervisory Authority (IVASS) has ordered the blocking of an abusive insurance website, bringing the total to 349 sites blocked since November 2023. IVASS advises consumers to be wary of suspicious contact methods and payment requests.