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INSANE: Leading french internet operator cops hefty fine for unsolicited ads | Vintage Vibes

(FILES) The logo of French telecoms group Orange is pictured at the International Cybersecurity Forum (FIC) in Lille, northern France, on 8 June, 2022. AFP - DENIS CHARLET

France's largest internet operator Orange was on Tuesday slapped with a fine of €50 million ($53-million) fine for sending unsolicited adverts resembling emails to customers. The company says it will appeal what it calls a "disproportionate" amount.

Orange is France's leading telecommunications firm, with a popular email service.

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