GDPR News

October 17, 2023

Equifax Fined £11 Million for Historic Cyber Breach

Equifax Ltd has been fined £11 million by Britain’s financial watchdog for a severe cybersecurity breach in 2017.

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October 17, 2023

EDPS finishes audit of Europol

The executive summary of the EUROPOL inspection report highlights key findings and recommendations for enhancing data protection in the organization.

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October 17, 2023

EU looks for common ground with Japan on AI

The European Union and Japan find common ground on generative artificial intelligence regulation, aiming to deepen cooperation.

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October 16, 2023

EU Tribunal Rejects Suspension Request on Data Protection Framework

The President of the European Tribunal rejected a request for a suspension of execution regarding the EU-US data protection framework, stating that the plaintiff failed to prove urgency or potential for serious and irreparable harm.

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October 16, 2023

Spyware Companies Flourishing in Europe due to Ineffective Regulation

Amnesty International report reveals EU’s inefficiency in regulating spyware sector, with companies like Intellexa exploiting loopholes.

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October 16, 2023

UK Lawmakers Demand Pause on Live Facial Recognition Technology

A coalition of 65 UK lawmakers calls for a temporary halt to the use of live facial recognition surveillance technology, amid concerns over civil liberties.

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October 16, 2023

The EU’s Plan to Detect CSAM Faces Opposition and Privacy Concerns

The EU’s proposal to combat child sexual abuse material on digital platforms sparks debate and privacy concerns.

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October 16, 2023

Germany Gives Google Users More Power Over Their Data

Google has committed to give its users more control over their data processing – a result of a proceeding by the Bundeskartellamt under new competition law.

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October 16, 2023

Ireland’s Central Bank faces historic fine for major GDPR breach

Irish DPA has initiated an investigation into the Central Bank for a possible data breach due to retention of borrowers’ data beyond the legal limit.

October 15, 2023

TikTok’s Unchecked Access to User Data Raises Concerns

TikTok’s staff reportedly have unrestricted access to user data, including high-profile public figures, creating potential privacy and national security risks.

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October 15, 2023

ShareID promises ID verification without storing personal data

French startup ShareID introduces a privacy-focused online ID verification solution that doesn’t retain personal data, instead utilizing a unique hash for user re-authentication.