> Under GDPR, a website doesn't need to ask for permission to have necessary cookies which enable core functionality such as security, network management, and a

> Under GDPR, a website doesn't need to ask for permission to have necessary cookies which enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. I am not convinced this is true. See: https://law.stackexchange.com/a/32157 https://law.stackexchange.com/a/32157 Also note that HN is likely in violation of this since there is no "Remember Me" checkbox when logging in. There is no indication that logins will be persistent.