Truecaller news
Truecaller appears in 2 stories we have published in September 2026, mostly in our Policy and Technology coverage. It is most often reported alongside Adobe, Emerging Markets Telecommunication Services Ltd (9mobile) and Incorporated Trustees of the Data Privacy Lawyers Association.
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Nigerian Court Rules Truecaller Consent Invalid for Non-Users' Data
A Lagos High Court has ruled that Truecaller cannot use a user’s consent to process the personal data of individuals in their contacts who have not used the app. The decision underscores strict requirements for explicit, individual consent under Nigeria’s Data Protection Act (NDPA) and raises questions about the country’s approach to compensating intangible harms.
23 September 2026
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Nigerian Court Rules Truecaller Consent Invalid for Non-Users' Data
A Lagos High Court ruled Truecaller cannot use a user’s consent to process non-users' contact data, exposing gaps in Nigeria’s privacy laws and consent requirements.
LinkedIn Adds New Tools to Combat Fake Profiles and Bogus Work Histories
LinkedIn introduces new verification tools to fight fake profiles and bogus work histories, including peer vouching and company controls.