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Italian DPA fines Wind Tre €16.7 million for unlawful telemarketing

The Italian Data Protection Authority imposed an administrative fine of EUR 16 700 000 on Wind Tre S.p.A. for violations of GDPR principles in its telemarketing and contract activation practices. The authority also issued a definitive ban on processing personal data obtained without consent and ordered the company to strengthen its technical and organisational measures. The decision was based on infringements of consent, the right to object, accountability and security obligations.

Why it matters: The fine underscores the GDPR’s strict enforcement of consent and data‑subject rights in telecom marketing.

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Italian DPA fines Wind Tre EUR 16 700 000 for unlawful telemarketing and data protection infringements
European Data Protection Board news · primary source · Oct 12, 2026
Details
JurisdictionItaly
RegulatorItalian Data Protection Authority (Garante)
LawGeneral Data Protection Regulation
StatusIn effect
PublishedOctober 12, 2026
EffectiveJune 5, 2026
DecisionJune 5, 2026
PenaltyEUR 16 700 000
OrganisationsWind Tre S.p.A.
Topicsconsent, transparency, access, opt out, security, privacy
Datapersonal