The GDPR stopped being a privacy law and became a tool for geopolitical protectionism the moment it was argued the U.S. does not have privacy laws so storing or processing data of EU citizens on American servers violates the GDPR. This means HTTP requests violates the GDPR.
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The Europeans arguing with Benedict would do well to read this quote from Max Shrems, who understands that current law (if enforced) effectively bans US companies from operating in the EU.
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Replying to @PatrickFIanagan @Carnage4Life
Argh. Have you read the “better protections” part? *That* is the point.

Feb 11, 2022 · 6:17 PM UTC

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Replying to @stilkov @Carnage4Life
I did read it. It extorts the US to change its laws under the threat of fines. It’s the definition of extraterritoriality and it’s never going to happen. If the fines get serious, US companies will pull out and Europeans can enjoy social networks built by SAP.
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My assumption is that it will be resolved like all trade issues are, by painful and tedious negotiations. Both sides will have to give up something because neither side wants that to happen.
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