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July 11, 2024

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 […]

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July 3, 2024

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.

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July 3, 2024

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.

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July 2, 2024

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.

June 5, 2024

ChatGPT data accuracy still does not meet GDPR requirements

EU privacy watchdog scrutinizes ChatGPT’s data accuracy compliance under GDPR, highlighting risks of biased or inaccurate outputs, urging OpenAI to enhance transparency and reliability.

June 4, 2024

Spain Blocks Meta’s Election Tools on Facebook and Instagram Over GDPR Concerns

Spanish data protection agency blocks Meta from rolling out election-focused features on Facebook and Instagram in Spain under GDPR regulations, citing concerns over data processing practices.

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April 26, 2024

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.

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April 26, 2024

Avast fined €14 million for sharing user data

Avast has been fined €14 million by the Czech data protection authority for unlawfully sharing users’ personal data with a third-party company.

April 19, 2024

EDPS concerned about privacy in era of AI

The European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) is concerned about potential erosion of key principles in the EU’s GDPR due to challenges posed by advanced AI technologies.