Facebook-owned messenger service WhatsApp has set aside 77.5 million euros in anticipation of a potential EU General Data Protection Regulation fine from Ireland's Data Protection Commission, The Irish Times reports. WhatsApp Ireland acknowledged the reallocation of finances relates to "possible administrative fines arising from regulatory compliance matters presently under investigation." The company also noted the amount put aside is in part for a fine, but it would also cover costs for any potential measures that are ordered with the DPC's fine.
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