G7 Data Protection Authorities Focus on AI Ethics and Privacy
The G7 DPA Roundtable 2024 focused on data protection, AI ethics, and safeguarding children’s privacy, promoting global cooperation and an action plan for the future.
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Court Upholds DPC Investigation into Complaints Against Google’s Data Practices
The Irish High Court upheld a DPC inquiry into Google’s data processing practices, allowing five user complaints to proceed while dismissing one for lack of data processing.
Ryanair Faces Investigation Over Facial Recognition and GDPR Compliance
Ireland’s DPC investigates Ryanair’s facial recognition use for third-party bookings amid customer complaints about privacy law compliance.
DPA is not obliged to impose sanctions, CJEU rules
Supervisory authorities under GDPR can choose not to impose penalties for data breaches if the controller has already taken corrective actions.
Meta Platforms Fined €91 Million for Storing Passwords in Plaintext
The DPC fined Meta Platforms Ireland Limited €91 million for failing to secure user passwords and notify authorities of a data breach.
EU Regulators Tighten Control Over AI Systems
EU regulators are tightening oversight on tech firms’ AI development, focusing on GDPR compliance and user data protection.
Clearview AI Fined €30.5 Million for GDPR Violation
Clearview AI faces a €30.5 million fine from the Dutch DPA for illegal photo collection, bringing its total EU fines to €90.5 million under GDPR violations.
Uber Fined €290 Million for Transferring Driver Data to US
Uber faces a €290 million fine for transferring European drivers’ personal data to the U.S., violating GDPR regulations, and plans to appeal the decision.
noyb takes Swedish DPA to the Court Over GDPR Complaint Handling
The case against Sweden’s IMY raises concerns over the enforcement of data protection rights under EU law, prompting noyb to appeal for proper complaint handling.
Swedish DPA Publishes New Accreditation Standards for GDPR Certification Bodies
IMY has established accreditation requirements for certification bodies to enhance GDPR compliance and data protection in Sweden and the EEA.
X Stops Using European User Data for AI Training
Elon Musk’s X has agreed to stop processing EU users’ data for AI training, following intervention by the Irish Data Protection Commission.
Noyb Challenges Hamburg DPA Over Der Spiegel’s Pay or OK Model
Noyb is suing the Hamburg data protection authority to overturn its ruling that Der Spiegel’s “pay or OK” model is lawful, claiming the authority acted as both advisor and judge.