This guidance, published by Spain’s data protection authority, the Agencia Española de Protección de Datos, discusses new technologies supporting growth of the metaverse, the privacy risks they pose and considerations that data processors using such tech must consider to ensure compliance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation.
AEPD Guide – Metaverse and privacy
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