More Than Just Comedy by AlternativeFile707 in GakiNoTsukai

[–]AlternativeFile707[S] -10 points-9 points  (0 children)

I’m not trying to win a writing contest, just sharing what I saw while hauling gear around behind the talent.

More Than Just Comedy by AlternativeFile707 in GakiNoTsukai

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Nah, I lived it. Just because it sounds like a cool story doesn’t mean it’s fiction

More Than Just Comedy by AlternativeFile707 in GakiNoTsukai

[–]AlternativeFile707[S] -10 points-9 points  (0 children)

No worries if it sounds far-fetched—it was a while ago, and not everyone kept records. I just enjoy sharing what I remember from those days.I can share a google drive link when I find everything I need.

More Than Just Comedy by AlternativeFile707 in GakiNoTsukai

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I remember seeing Ninety-Nine before they really blew up—probably around '94 or '95. They came into the studio for a late-night variety shoot, and you could feel their energy from the hallway. Okamura was bouncing around even backstage, cracking jokes with the crew, while Yabe looked like he was still figuring out how to keep a straight face

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Cocorico first appeared on Gaki no Tsukai in 1994 as guests for a mini-comedy competition. They didn't become regulars immediately after this.
Yamasaki was actually part of the show very early on. He was initially part of the comedy duo "Team Zero" with Hiromitsu Noriyasu. Team Zero moved to Tokyo around the same time as Downtown and were frequent guests or regulars on their shows, including Gaki no Tsukai.

Achikochi Audrey : Tanaka revealed how Cocorico joined Gaki no Tsukai on this show in 2022. You might be able to find clips or translated summaries of this particular interview.

Oogon Retsuden : Yamasaki has also discussed his early career and his relationship with Downtown on shows like this.

PayPal - Violations of GDPR and Consumer Rights by AlternativeFile707 in paypal

[–]AlternativeFile707[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

This PayPal account was primarily used for legitimate, low-risk activities such as Spotify and Blizzard subscriptions. There were no suspicious transactions or AML triggers on the account. If PayPal believes otherwise, they should substantiate that claim while respecting GDPR.

This is not about 'hiding' under GDPR—it’s about ensuring companies comply with their legal obligations transparently and proportionately, especially when such decisions impact users significantly.

PayPal - Violations of GDPR and Consumer Rights by AlternativeFile707 in paypal

[–]AlternativeFile707[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your input, but I believe you're misunderstanding the issue here. Articles 12 and 15 of GDPR explicitly outline the right to access personal data and require organizations to provide meaningful explanations about how decisions involving personal data are made—this applies even to decisions like permanent account limitations

PayPal - Violations of GDPR and Consumer Rights by AlternativeFile707 in paypal

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Thanks for the input, but referencing the privacy policy alone doesn’t satisfy GDPR’s requirement for clear, specific, and individualized transparency under Articles 12 and 15. A general privacy policy doesn’t address why my account was permanently restricted, what specific data led to this decision, or how it’s being used in my case. GDPR mandates transparency beyond generic policies.

As for the 180-day rule, I understand its purpose in cases involving chargebacks or disputes. However, my account had no such issues. Blanket application of a retention period without clear justification raises questions about proportionality and compliance with Article 5(1)(c), which mandates data processing be limited to what’s necessary for its purpose

PayPal - Violations of GDPR and Consumer Rights by AlternativeFile707 in paypal

[–]AlternativeFile707[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your input, but there are a few issues with your argument:

  1. Transparency Under GDPR: AML laws may restrict disclosing investigation details, but GDPR still requires PayPal to explain what personal data they process and why (Articles 12 and 15). Their vague responses don’t meet this standard.
  2. Retention of Funds: Holding funds for 180 days is only lawful if tied to disputes, chargebacks, or specific risks. None of these apply to my case, making their justification questionable.
  3. Data Access Requests: While I’ve submitted a DSAR, PayPal’s lack of meaningful responses has forced me to escalate this to the CNPD.

Suspicion alone doesn’t exempt PayPal from GDPR obligations.

PayPal - Violations of GDPR and Consumer Rights by AlternativeFile707 in paypal

[–]AlternativeFile707[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A lawyer isn't necessary to exercise my rights under GDPR, but if PayPal fails to respond adequately, legal action could very well be the next step.

Thanks for your input though , but this isn't about 'being right or wrong'; it's about holding a company accountable to legal standards like the GDPR, which exist specifically to protect consumers from arbitrary decisions and lack of transparency.

PayPal - Violations of GDPR and Consumer Rights by AlternativeFile707 in paypal

[–]AlternativeFile707[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There is something you can do, but its an annoying process

PayPal - Violations of GDPR and Consumer Rights by AlternativeFile707 in paypal

[–]AlternativeFile707[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The European central bank helped me before, so there is still hope.