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Tag: DPO

Tag: DPO

Compliance for tech and retail businesses: A guide to data protection regulations

Operating a tech or retail business which requires the collection of personal information from individuals within the EU or UK requires careful consideration of compliance regulations. This is a guide to data protection regulations in the EU and UK.    Data protection is of particular  concern for businesses, especially those operating in the technology and

How Outsourced DPO helped Tech & Retail companies to achieve compliance

Aphaia’s Outsourced DPO services have helped many tech and retail companies achieve compliance between 2017 – 2023.   In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world, businesses are faced with a host of challenges when it comes to compliance. With the rise of data protection regulations, companies need to ensure that they are adhering to the strict

Differences between in-house and Outsourced DPOs: Pros and Cons for Tech & Retail companies

When considering to appoint a DPO, it is important for companies to understand the differences between in-house and outsourced DPOs, in order to determine the best approach for their specific needs.   As data privacy and data protection regulations become more exacting, companies are under increasing pressure to ensure that their data handling practices are

How to choose the right outsourced DPO for your tech business

When deciding to outsource DPO services in a tech business, understanding how to choose the right outsourced DPO for your category of tech business is essential.    With the implementation of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), tech businesses have had to take their data protection measures more seriously. One aspect of ensuring GDPR compliance

The benefits of outsourced DPO for tech companies

There are various benefits of an outsourced DPO, particularly for tech companies looking to stay up to date on GDPR compliance.    In today’s digital age, data is one of the most valuable assets that a company can possess. However, with the increasing number of data breaches and cyber-attacks, data protection has become a significant

Coordinated investigation into the role of Data Protection Officers launched by EDPB

The EDPB has launched a coordinated investigation into the role of Data Protection Officers across the EU.    The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has launched a coordinated investigation into the role of Data Protection Officers (DPOs) across the European Union. The purpose of the investigation is to assess the actual implementation and enforcement of

Spanish DPA issues €25,000 fine to Glovo for Data Protection Officer appointment violation

The Spanish Data Protection Authority (DPA) AEPD fined Glovo €25,000 for not appointing a Data Protection Officer pursuant to article 37 GDPR. Have you ever wondered whether your business is subject to the DPO designation requirement covered by the GDPR? The ambiguity of the GDPR when it comes to the definition of the cases where

DPO-legal counsel collaboration is essential. So we recommend LegalEdge

DPO-legal counsel collaboration is essential. That is why the Aphaia DPO team is always happy to work with in-house counsel from LegalEdge, whose COO Helen Goldberg and CEO Donna Sewell use this blog post to ask: ‘Are you spending too much (or too little!) on your legals?’  Part of scaling-up and growing your business means increasing

Do I need a Data Protection Officer ?

The answer to the question do I need a Data Protection Officer under GDPR is not always straightforward. Here are some tips you can use in order to reach a valid decision on appointing a DPO. Formal Data Protection Officer or informal Data Protection Adviser? The question ‘ do I need a Data Protection Officer

GDPR direct application explained by European Commission

Four months before the General Data Protection Regulation ( GDPR ) comes into force, the EU Commission released a communication to the EU Parliament and Council on GDPR direct application , highlighting the innovations and opportunities of the new legal system, the measures already taken by the involved parties and the further steps to be