Doxxing Arrest Under PDPO Section 64(3A)
The Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD) arrested a 45-year-old male in Hong Kong's New Territories for suspected doxxing of a female friend under section 64(3A) of the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (PDPO). The suspect allegedly disclosed personal data including the victim's name, Hong Kong Identity Card number, residential address, mobile phone number, and photo without consent. Maximum penalties under section 64(3C) include a fine of HK$1,000,000 and imprisonment for five years.
Joint Taskforce on Motor Finance Claims
The ICO, FCA, SRA, and ASA have formed a joint taskforce to address poor handling of motor finance claims by claims management companies (CMCs) and law firms. The ICO specifically commits to enforcing consent requirements for unsolicited direct marketing under PECR. This is a coordinated regulatory response to harmful practices in the motor finance claims sector.