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EU Data Act: An update on the agreed text

In June 2023, policy makers reached an agreement on the EU Data Act, initially proposed in February, 2022.   The European Union’s Data Act, proposed in February 2022, is set to revolutionise the EU data economy. The Act is designed to foster data sharing and use across the EU, leveraging data as a critical asset
November 2, 2023 Comments (0) Share
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The importance of data protection for small and medium-sized businesses

In an increasingly digital world, the importance of data protection for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) is more apparent than ever, particularly to safeguard valuable information and maintain trust with customers.   We live in a world where data is at the core of most businesses. From customer information to employee records, companies rely heavily
July 25, 2023 Comments (0) Share
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New adequacy decision for the EU-US Data Privacy Framework

The European Union and the United States have reached a new agreement on data transfers, which will allow businesses to transfer data from the EU to companies participating in the EU-US Data Privacy Framework.   The European Commission has recently announced a new adequacy decision for EU-US transfers, marking a significant development in the protection
July 13, 2023 Comments (0) Share
Meta fined record €1 2bn
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Meta fined record €1,2bn by Irish Data Protection Commission for personal data transfers to the US

Meta Ireland was fined €1,2bn by the Irish Data Protection Commission for noncompliance with the GDPR in relation to transfers of personal data from the EU/EEA to the US   Meta Platforms Ireland Limited (“Meta Ireland”, formerly Facebook Ireland Limited) has been fined €1,2bn by the Data Protection Commission (DPC) in Ireland for transferring personal
May 25, 2023 Comments (0) Share
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AI action plan outlined by CNIL

The French data protection authority, CNIL has outlined an AI action plan to guide businesses and organisations that are developing AI systems.   The French data protection authority, CNIL, has published a strategic plan on artificial intelligence (AI) to provide guidance to businesses and organisations that are developing AI systems. The plan outlines the principles
May 23, 2023 Comments (0) Share
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Data protection guide for small businesses published by the EDPB

The EDPB has recently published a data protection guide for small businesses to aid with GDPR compliance.   The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has released a new guide aimed at helping small businesses comply with the GDPR, as stated in this report. The guide provides a comprehensive overview of the key principles of data
May 4, 2023 Comments (0) Share
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Updated guidelines on data subject access requests issued by the EDPB

The EDBP has issued finalised updated guidelines on data subject access requests, providing practical advice for organisations.   The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has issued updated guidelines on data subject access requests that provide practical advice for organisations receiving these requests from individuals. This update builds on previous guidelines published a little over a
April 20, 2023 Comments (0) Share
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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
April 18, 2023 Comments (0) Share
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Smart city initiatives require special consideration of privacy risks

Leaders are urged to consider possible privacy risks and how they may be curtailed in the implementation of smart city initiatives.   Leaders worldwide are being urged to give keen consideration to the possible privacy risks associated with smart city initiatives. The European Commission has defined smart cities as “a place where traditional networks and
March 28, 2023 Comments (0) Share
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European Digital Identity Bill moves into trilogue negotiations

The recently approved European Digital Identity Bill is moving into the final stage of negotiations.   The European Parliament recently approved legislation creating an EU wide framework for digital identity, moving the process into the next and final stage of negotiations. The bill would require platforms with more than 45 million European users to accept
March 23, 2023 Comments (0) Share