Just 15% of Irish firms ‘fully compliant’ with GDPR
Many companies struggle with GDPR compliance, facing risks of fines and reputational damage, prompting a need for enhanced data protection measures and adaptation to evolving regulations.
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How data brokers sell location data and jeopardise national security
Investigation uncovers data brokers selling location data of millions in Germany, raising concerns about privacy, security, and the need for stricter regulations.
Here’s how machine learning can violate your privacy
If your data was used to train an AI, it might – or might not – be safe from prying eyes.
noyb publishes Consent Banner Report: EDPB vs National DPAs
This report by noyb offers insights for companies implementing consent banners, highlighting the varying standards between the EDPB and national DPAs.
Meta Under Investigation in Spain for GDPR Violations
National Court Prosecutor’s Office initiates investigation into Meta’s potential GDPR violations.
Vinted Faces €2.4M Penalty from Lithuanian DPA for GDPR Non-Compliance
Lithuanian Data Protection Authority fines Vinted, UAB €2.4M for GDPR violations related to personal data processing, emphasizing compliance and enforcement measures.
Dutch DPA fights algorithmic discrimination
The 2023 benefits scandal in the Netherlands revealed ongoing challenges with algorithmic discrimination, prompting the Dutch Data Protection Authority to enhance oversight and collaboration with European privacy regulators to address privacy violations effectively.
EU Data Protection Supervisor Issues Guidelines on Generative AI
New guidelines by the EDPS provide practical advice on using generative AI tools in EU institutions to comply with data protection laws under Regulation (EU) 2018/1725, emphasizing safeguarding individuals’ personal information and privacy.
Lithuanian DPA publishes Recommendation on the processing of criminal record data by the employer
Recomendations provide detailed guidance to employers in Lithuania on the legal requirements and best practices for processing criminal record data of employees and job candidates.
Meta to receive a fine for “pay or consent” model
The EU is set to charge Meta for violating digital rules with its “pay or consent” model, potentially coercing users into data tracking, following similar recent actions against Apple under the Digital Markets Act.
noyb Files GDPR Complaint Against Google’s Privacy Sandbox
noyb files GDPR complaint against Google’s Privacy Sandbox for misleading users with hidden tracking features, raising concerns about transparency and user consent in data privacy.
LinkedIn to limit targeted advertising based on LinkedIn Groups data
LinkedIn discontinues targeted advertising based on LinkedIn Groups data in response to a complaint filed with the European Commission, aligning with the Digital Services Act to enhance online content governance and protect user data.