DATA SCANDAL BREAKS OUT / ‘Agi Kons’ fined 35 million ALL. Here are the violations committed
- Jun 25
- 2 min read
The Commissioner for the Right to Information and Protection of Personal Data has imposed a substantial fine on the construction company “Agi Kons,” totaling over 35 million ALL, following the identification of a series of serious violations in the processing and storage of personal data.
According to the official decision, the company is said to have published photo and video materials of individuals without first obtaining their consent, thereby violating the basic principles of legality and transparency in data processing.
It is also stated that during the inspection, other structural issues were identified: a lack of a proper contract with the company “InterMedia,” lack of documentation of data processing procedures, and insufficient technical and organizational measures for information security. Additionally, a lack of audits was found.
In total, the administrative measure consists of two parts: a 24 million ALL fine for the main violations related to lack of consent and breach of data processing principles, and another 11.11 million ALL for shortcomings in documentation, security, and relationships with external processors.
The company is administered by Alban Çinari, while the beneficial owner is reported to be businessman Gentian Sula, through the structure “UK Development Holding Limited.” The company was initially founded with shares divided between Arben Biçoku and Gentian Sula.
In addition to the fine, “Agi Kons” has been ordered to take corrective measures, including obtaining consent from individuals for the publication of their data, reviewing its contract with “InterMedia,” strengthening security measures, and officially notifying the Commissioner about the data protection officer.
Meanwhile, the company and its beneficial owner Gentian Sula have also been mentioned in the context of investigations by the Special Prosecution Office (SPAK), which has requested documents related to construction permits, contracts, and concessions linked to its activity during the 2015–2024 period.
According to reports, the investigations are related to suspicions of active corruption within the framework of the “Veliaj” case, as well as construction projects in Tirana and Qerret.
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