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Agoda, peers assessed by Hong Kong regulator over data collection

( November 18, 2024, 07:41 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Hong Kong's Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data today said it has reviewed 10 online travel platforms regarding their data collection practices, according to a statement issued by the regulator. In particular, Agoda and Expedia stated in their privacy policies that they use artificial intelligence technologies to provide services which may involve the use of personal data, the regulator noted. The office also reviewed EGL Tours, Goldjoy Holidays, Miramar Travel, Sunflower Travel, Travel Expert, Trip.com, Wing On Travel and WWPKG, and made recommendations to the operators to bolster privacy protection.The statement follows:...

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