Latombe to appeal EU–US data transfer ruling
French MP Fabien Latombe will appeal the court ruling on the EU–US Data Privacy Framework, challenging its adequacy over US surveillance and redress shortcomings.
GDPR News
MEPs back new procedures for faster GDPR cross-border enforcement
New EU rules set deadlines and streamlined procedures for cross-border GDPR enforcement, strengthen complainant rights, and promote early consensus among national data protection authorities.
EDPB backs UK adequacy extension under GDPR but urges strict monitoring
EDPB supports six-year extension of UK adequacy decisions to 2031 but urges the Commission to address legal changes, monitor risks and ensure robust oversight and remedies.
EDPS Revises Generative AI Guidance for EU Institutions
EDPS updated guidance strengthens data protection rules for generative AI used by EU institutions, adding a practical compliance checklist and clearer controller/processor responsibilities.
Commission proposes changes to EU cookie consent obligations
The European Commission proposes simplifying cookie consent rules by revising the e-Privacy framework, prompting industry support and privacy-focused opposition ahead of new ad regulation.
Court of Appeal upholds GDPR fine against Grindr
Norwegian court upheld a major GDPR fine against Grindr for improper processing and sharing of sensitive and location data, stressing stricter requirements for consent, minimization and safeguards.
Dutch regulator fines Experian Netherlands €2.7M for unlawful data use
The Dutch regulator fined Experian Netherlands €2.7M for unlawfully collecting and processing personal data for credit assessments without proper transparency, lawful basis, or data subject rights.
Privacy groups criticise appointment of third Irish DPA Commissioner
Privacy groups warned that the appointment of a former Meta executive as a DPC Commissioner risks conflicts of interest and could undermine independent GDPR enforcement.
NOYB files criminal complaint over Clearview AI’s GDPR violations
Criminal complaint in Austria seeks prosecution of Clearview AI for mass biometric data scraping after multiple EU GDPR fines and bans exposed enforcement limitations against a U.S. company.
EU Signs Passenger Data Sharing Agreements with Norway and Iceland
EU signs PNR data-sharing deals with Norway and Iceland, adding privacy safeguards and awaiting EP consent and Council conclusion to strengthen counterterrorism and serious crime cooperation.
EDPB and European Commission Publish Joint Guidelines on DMA and GDPR
EDPB and European Commission issued joint guidelines clarifying how gatekeepers must apply GDPR obligations when complying with the Digital Markets Act; public consultation open until 4 Dec 2025.
EDPB launches coordinated enforcement action on GDPR transparency obligations
The EDPB will coordinate an EU-wide enforcement action on GDPR transparency and information obligations, with national DPAs participating voluntarily and the action launching in 2026.