The Data Protection Authority took action following a complaint by the Norwegian Consumer Council alleging personal data was shared unlawfully for marketing purposes
Norway's Data Protection Authority said it plans to fine dating app Grindr $11.7 million for what the regulator said was illegal disclosure of user data to advertising firms
PTA said the notices issued to Tinder, Grindr, Tagged, Skout and SayHi sought the removal of "dating services" and moderation of live streaming content in accordance with local laws
Grindr describes itself as the world's largest social networking app for gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people.
Tech in Asia looks into whether India's LGBT community has safe options beyond Grindr when it comes to meet up-apps