The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has been publishing legal studies to support transparency and informed decision-making on complex data protection issues. These studies, commissioned from external experts, cover critical topics such as the secondary use of personal data in scientific research, enforcement of GDPR obligations for non-EEA entities, national administrative rules affecting supervisory authority cooperation, government access to data in third countries, and appropriate safeguards under Article 89(1) GDPR for research processing.
The EDPB emphasizes that while these studies provide valuable insights, their content reflects the views of the authors rather than official EDPB positions. Furthermore, the information is not guaranteed to be fully accurate or up-to-date. The EDPB also clarifies it cannot be held responsible for any actions taken based on the studies. Certain excerpts remain redacted to protect privacy, personal data, and the commercial interests of individuals or companies, in line with Regulation (EU) 2018/1725.
Overall, these legal studies contribute to ongoing dialogue about data protection challenges in Europe, especially as scientific research and cross-border data flows become increasingly significant. By sharing expert analysis, the EDPB aims to foster a more comprehensive understanding of GDPR application and support effective compliance by all stakeholders.
Key Takeaways
- EDPB publishes legal studies on complex GDPR and data protection topics.
- Studies cover secondary use of data in research, GDPR enforcement outside EEA, and more.
- Published studies reflect authors’ views, not official EDPB positions.
- Accuracy is not guaranteed; users should not rely solely on these studies.
- Some parts are redacted to protect privacy and commercial interests.
- Studies support ongoing dialogue and better compliance with EU privacy laws.
- Focus on transparency and informed decision-making in data protection.
