‘How’s this joker got my details?’: BrewDog founder faces complaints over emails to ‘equity punks’
BrewDog founder James Watt is facing complaints to the UK's data privacy watchdog over his use of shareholder contact details for a new business venture. Former investors are questioning how Watt obtained their personal data after his previous company was sold and their shares rendered worthless.
Why it matters
This case highlights potential GDPR violations and the ethical responsibilities of founders regarding the use of personal data after a company's ownership changes.
James Watt, the founder of BrewDog, contacted thousands of shareholders. James Watt, the founder of BrewDog, contacted thousands of shareholders. BrewDog ‘How’s this joker got my details?’: BrewDog founder faces complaints over emails to ‘equity punks’ Exclusive: Watchdog asked to look into how James Watt got data of ex-crowdfunders he invited to join buy-back bid
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