EDPS issues Opinion on EU proposal for direct VAT data access to fight fraud
The EDPS supports limited direct access to VAT data for fraud investigations but stresses strict safeguards to protect personal data and ensure compliance with EU laws.
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ECHR Finds Italy Violated Privacy Rights by Allowing Tax Access to Bank Data
The ECHR ruled Italy violated privacy rights by allowing tax authorities unchecked access to banking data without judicial oversight or effective remedies.
Microsoft Admits U.S. Access Risk to EU Citizen Data
Microsoft France admits it cannot guarantee French citizen data in EU datacenters is fully protected from U.S. government access, highlighting digital sovereignty challenges.
Irish DPA Publishes 2025 Case Studies
The Irish Data Protection Commission’s 2025 case studies reveal key trends in GDPR enforcement, with fines up to €1.2 million for breaches involving access requests, security failures, and transparency issues.
EDPB Releases 2024 Findings on Access Rights
The EDPB’s 2024 report highlights challenges and recommendations for controllers in implementing the right of access, with a focus on improving compliance and awareness of Guidelines 01/2022.
GDPR Complaint Targets Microsoft’s Xandr for Data Access Denials
A complaint supported by European privacy advocacy group, noyb, targets Microsoft-owned adtech business Xandr for GDPR violations. The complaint alleges […]
MEPs want to enhance customers’ control over their financial data
MEPs propose new rules for access to financial data in the EU to enhance customer control and innovation in financial services.
GDPR Right of Access Under EDPB’s Enforcement Spotlight in 2024
The EDPB initiates a 2024 action focusing on GDPR’s right of access to ensure compliance across the EU.
CNIL publishes agenda for 2024
CNIL’s 2024 focus: minors’ data, Olympic Games, access rights, and e-receipts.
Patients have the right to first copy of medical records free of charge, CJEU rules
Judgment by the EU top court clarifies the right of individuals to access their personal data undergoing processing.
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.
Belgian Government Boosts Transparency with New Data Access Initiative
Belgian citizens can now see who accessed their personal information via a government website, as part of efforts to boost transparency.