France’s data privacy watchdog adds to a growing list of regulators that have launched investigations into Alpha Exploration, the publisher of the Clubhouse application, regarding measures it has taken (or not taken) to comply with the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Clubhouse is an audio-only social network, led by one or more organizers, that allows people to chat in virtual lounges or by invitation. While popular among private users, the app is an attractive option for companies, as well, for its potential to be used for the purposes of marketing and communicating with customers.

Jaclyn Jaeger is a freelance contributor to Compliance Week after working for the company for 15 years. She writes on a wide variety of topics, including ethics and compliance, risk management, legal,...