GDPR News

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November 1, 2023

Face Search Engine PimEyes Blocks Searches of Children’s Faces

PimEyes, a public face search engine, has implemented measures to block searches of children’s faces in response to privacy concerns.

November 1, 2023

EDPB Urgent Binding Decision on processing of personal data for behavioural advertising by Meta

The EDPB has instructed the Irish DPA to impose a ban on Meta IE’s processing of personal data for behavioural advertising across the EEA.

November 1, 2023

Amazon rolls out independent cloud for Europe to address stricter privacy standards

Amazon is launching an independent AWS European Sovereign Cloud in Europe to meet strict EU regulations, offering customers high sovereignty controls, privacy safeguards, and security features.

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November 1, 2023

Greek data watchdog to rule on AI systems in refugee camps

The Greek Data Protection Authority is set to decide on the legality of AI and biometric surveillance systems in the country’s refugee camps, a decision that could impact the use of such systems in migration management globally.

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November 1, 2023

MEPs call for action against Sweden over personal number rules for EU citizens

Sweden’s law requiring foreigners to demonstrate a year-long stay for a personal identification number has been challenged by multiple EU citizens.

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October 31, 2023

Biden signs AI executive order

President Joe Biden signs an executive order addressing safety, equity and labor market implications of AI, marking the US government’s first major regulatory action on AI.

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October 31, 2023

Digital dream could become nightmare if data misused, privacy conference told

The 45th Global Privacy Assembly Annual Meeting emphasized the importance of balancing public privacy protection measures and the potential of technology in showcasing cultural heritage.

October 31, 2023

X Must Comply with EU’s Laws, Says Digital Chief

Elon Musk’s social network, X, is required to comply with EU laws and address illegal content to continue operating in the region, says EU’s digital chief, Věra Jourová.

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October 31, 2023

EU close to pass world’s first AI law

The EU is close to passing the first global laws on AI, addressing issues from facial recognition to copyright theft, and holding AI companies accountable for potential harm caused by their tools.

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October 28, 2023

Clearview AI’s Appeal Success Against UK GDPR Fine

Clearview AI successfully appealed against a £7.5 million fine and enforcement notice issued by the UK’s ICO.

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October 28, 2023

EU data watchdogs issue statement on digital euro

The EDPB and the EDPS have released a Joint Opinion on the proposed digital euro regulation, offering recommendations to enhance data privacy and protection standards.