Name: Anonymous 2018-05-26 2:24
https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=17154971
https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2018/may/24/sites-block-eu-users-before-gdpr-takes-effect
Turns out its cheaper to ban all of Europe than implement GPDR.
The logic is sound:
1.GPDR is designed by pencil pushers and assumes everyone can afford lawyers and extra personnel dedicated to privacy.
2.GPDR introduces significant new hurdles and costs.
3.Only applies to EU countries.
https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2018/may/24/sites-block-eu-users-before-gdpr-takes-effect
Turns out its cheaper to ban all of Europe than implement GPDR.
The logic is sound:
1.GPDR is designed by pencil pushers and assumes everyone can afford lawyers and extra personnel dedicated to privacy.
2.GPDR introduces significant new hurdles and costs.
3.Only applies to EU countries.