Research aims to automatically answer user questions on online privacy policies
Internet users may soon have a way to have their questions about online privacy policies answered automatically, thanks to a […]
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UK decision to deny EU citizens access to data challenged in court
The government has been taken to court over its decision to deny European citizens the right to access data the […]
A few practical tips for managing subject access requests
Subject access requests are the bane of many an in-house privacy professional’s life. It may seem curious that, on the […]
Users must receive specific and helpful information in case of a data breach
No generic information may be provided to users in case of a data breach, whilst specific guidance must be made […]
Swedish DPA digs into Spotify’s responses to SARs
The Swedish data protection authority – Datainspektionen – had initiated a review of Spotify Technology S.A.’s responses to data subject access requests (SARs). […]
ICO launches the ‘Be Data Aware’ campaign
The UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) is launching the ‘Be Data Aware’ campaign to help the general public understand how […]
Irish DPA Examines Right to Rectification
In light of increased awareness of the rights granted to individuals under the new data protection legislation, Ireland’s data protection […]
First fine imposed by the Polish privacy watchdog
The President of the Personal Data Protection Office (UODO) imposed its first fine for the amount of PLN 943 000 […]
Facebook Promised A Clear History Tool. Where Is It?
Last May, Facebook promised to create a “Clear History” function it said would give users more control over their data. […]
GDPR investigation begins after a filmmaker’s name is misspelt
The Irish Data Protection Commission (IDPC) is looking into a potential breach of GDPR standards, after a filmmaker filed an […]
Fake DSARs: They’re a thing?
Privacy professionals charged with monitoring DSAR compliance report seeing some suspicious trends regarding such requests, some seemingly with nefarious motives. […]
GDPR makes it easier to get your data, but doesn’t mean you’ll understand it
“Right of Access” says that, when requested, any company should be prepared to provide you with your personal data. They […]