German court rules Meta tracking technology violates European privacy laws

A German court has ruled that Meta must pay €5,000 ($5,900) to a Facebook user for violating privacy laws by using tracking technology on third-party websites. The Leipzig Regional Court found that Meta's tracking pixels collect data without user consent, breaching the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

This ruling sets a significant precedent, allowing users to sue without proving individual damages. It highlights how every user is identifiable by Meta, even without logging in. Experts warn that it could lead to large class-action lawsuits against all websites using Meta tracking without consent. This decision could potentially result in massive financial repercussions for Meta and others involved.