Dutch DPA fines Uber €824,990,000 for automated decisions affecting drivers

What happened

On August 21, 2026, the Dutch Data Protection Authority announced it had fined Uber €824,990,000 for breaching the EU GDPR rules on solely automated decision‑making. The fine targets Uber's use of automated systems that affect driver decisions.

Penalty

€824,990,000

Why it matters for trust and compliance

• Its status is announced. It is not law yet. Track it, but do not treat it as an obligation.
• The fine underscores strict GDPR enforcement of automated decision‑making provisions.
• Penalty: €824,990,000.
• It relates to GDPR. The regulations library explains what that law requires.

Who is affected

Recommended actions

1. Check that privacy notices describe the practices this addresses.
2. Inventory AI or automated decision systems in scope and their assessments.