Microsoft faces data law proof burden in Xandr class action, Irish court says
( September 28, 2026, 11:48 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Microsoft would have to prove compliance with the EU's data protection law if the Irish Council for Civil Liberties establishes that the tech giant controls personal data processed on its Xandr ad platform and that the relevant obligations apply, Ireland’s High Court has said in a preliminary ruling. The human rights group launched a class action lawsuit against Microsoft alleging unlawful processing of data in its Xandr’s ad auctions. The court plans to give further directions and make final orders on the preliminary application on Oct. 9.The preliminary judgment is attached....
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