TikTok to face EU fine over processing of children’s data
TikTok is set to face a hefty fine from the European Union over its alleged failure to protect children’s data, with the decision expected in September.
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Google to launch privacy tools which remove unwanted personal image
Google is introducing new privacy tools to allow users more control over personal images online, making it easier to remove explicit content from search results.
EU creates Digital Alliance with Latin America and Caribbean
The EU and several Latin American and Caribbean nations have united to form the EU-LAC Digital Alliance, a cooperative framework aimed at encouraging digital growth and innovation.
Dutch Unemployment Benefit Recipients Unfairly Targeted
The Dutch agency UWV has been found to have illegally tracked the online behaviors of benefits recipients, violating privacy and data protection laws.
The European Commission Calls for Feedback on ENISA
The EU Commission is seeking public input on the performance and potential modifications to the mandate of the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA).
The ICO Publishes Practical Guide to Data Protection in Journalism
The ICO has developed a code of practice for the use of personal information in journalism, aiming to balance press freedom with individual privacy.
Takeaways from ICO’s reprimands
This article reflects on three critical lessons from the data protection reprimands issued in Q1 2023/24, urging organizations to improve their privacy practices.
MEPs Call for Stronger Privacy Measures against User Tracking
Ten MEPs have called on the European Commission to introduce a moratorium on the tracking of users.
UN High Commissioner warnins on the risks of facial recognition
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, warns about the potential negative impacts of facial recognition systems and supports the upcoming EU’s AI Act, which aims to regulate AI and prevent mass surveillance.
CNIL publiskes recommendation on data sharing with APIs
The CNIL promotes the use of APIs for secure personal data sharing while outlining best practices for their design, deployment, and use.
European Commission to Unveil Vision for Metaverse and Web 4.0
The European Commission is set to outline its vision for the metaverse and Web 4.0, focusing on virtual reality and virtual worlds.
EDPB Introduces Complaint Template and Updates BCR-Cs Recommendations for Efficient Data Protection
EDPB introduced a complaint template and updated recommendations on Binding Corporate Rules for Controllers to streamline cross-border data protection cases.