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Tag: GDPR

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Inadvertent Data Destruction after a cyberattack can violate EU privacy rules

The Irish Data Protection Commissioner has ruled that companies could violate European privacy laws through Inadvertent Data Destruction   The Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC)  has ruled that companies could violate European privacy laws if they mishandle personal data after a cyberattack. The ruling came in response to a complaint filed by the Irish DPC

Cookie consent violations lead to sanctions for TV2 Média Csoport Zrt

Cookie consent violations lead to sanctions for TV2 Média Csoport Zrt from the Hungarian supervisory authority.   The Hungarian Supervisory Authority (SA) has issued a fine to TV2 Média Csoport Zrt for cookie consent violations. The company operates the websites “tenyek.hu” and “tv2play.hu” which make media content available to the public. The two websites also

Whatsapp agrees to full compliance with EU rules on consumer protection

WhatsApp agrees to full compliance with EU rules, including more user transparency and respecting user choices regarding contract updates.   Whatsapp has committed to full compliance with EU rules, giving users more transparency into changes in the platform’s terms of service and making it easier for users to reject updates that they may not want.

Guidance on anonymisation from AEPD

AEPD has recently published guidelines on anonymisation.   The AEPD has recently published guidance on anonymisation of data according to the principles of the GDPR. The process of anonymisation generates a new set of anonymous information from a set of personal data.  This process must comply with the principles of the GDPR including accountability. A

Aphaia is a guest speaker in the webinar event on smart cities organised by the Queen Mary University of London

Aphaia delivered a presentation on AI and data protection at the webinar event on smart cities organised by the QMUL CCLS Association.   Aphaia was invited as a guest speaker in a Focus Group Discussion on the Implementation of Human Rights and Civil Rights in Smart Cities to Achieve Sustainable Development Goals, organised by the

Tips for game designers from the ICO on Children’s code compliance

The ICO has published tips for game designers on how to comply with the children’s code.   In the UK, the Children’s code governs all online services that are likely to be accessed by children. This code was put in place to protect the UK’s minor population within the digital world. As games are one

Italian Supervisory Authority orders restrictions on AI app Replika

Garante, the Italian Supervisory Authority orders restrictions on AI app Replika, claiming that the app poses a risk to children and emotionally vulnerable individuals.   Replika is an AI-powered chatbot that can adapt to its user’s preferences and produce a faithful “copy” of their character. The Italian DPA has taken issue with how Replika utilises

EDPB publishes guidelines on personal data breach notifications

The EDPB has recently published guidelines on personal data breach notifications under the GDPR for businesses and organisations.    The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) recently released guidelines on personal data breach notifications under the GDPR. This document includes detailed requirements for businesses and organisations which handle individuals’ data in the event of a data

Creation of an artificial intelligence department at CNIL

The CNIL has created an artificial intelligence department and is launching a two-year project using artificial intelligence.  The CNIL of France has created an artificial intelligence department and is launching a two-year project using artificial intelligence. The aim of this venture is to establish a regulatory framework for using AI in Europe. While preparing for

The ICO advises SMEs to ensure good data protection practices

The UK’s ICO has issued a statement where it advises SMEs to ensure good data protection practices and provides other valuable recommendations.    The UK’s ICO has produced a guide to help businesses understand their new obligations under the GDPR and to prepare for them. In the advent of Data Protection Day, the ICO has