EDPS

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February 18, 2026

EDPS issues Opinion on extension of CSAM rules

The EDPS calls for improved safeguards and legal clarity in extending EU interim rules to combat child sexual abuse online, emphasizing privacy and targeted data scanning.

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February 18, 2026

EDPS Introduces Binding Rules to Safeguard DPO Independence in EU Bodies

The EDPS has introduced new guidance and binding rules to protect the independence and role of Data Protection Officers across all EU institutions.

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February 15, 2026

EDPB and EDPS Issue Joint Opinion on Digital Omnibus

The EDPB and EDPS provide a Joint Opinion on the Digital Omnibus Regulation, urging caution on GDPR changes while supporting simplification and stronger oversight.

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January 22, 2026

EDPB and EDPS Issues Joint Opinion on European Commission’s Digital Omnibus on AI Proposal

The EDPB and EDPS support AI Act simplification but stress protecting fundamental rights, maintaining DPA roles, and limiting delays in high-risk AI system rules.

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January 9, 2026

EU to Share Biometric Data with US for Visa-Free Travel

EU countries plan to grant the U.S. access to biometric data under a new framework to maintain visa-free travel, raising GDPR compliance and data protection concerns.

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January 9, 2026

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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October 30, 2025

EDPS Revises Generative AI Guidance for EU Institutions

EDPS updated guidance strengthens data protection rules for generative AI used by EU institutions, adding a practical compliance checklist and clearer controller/processor responsibilities.

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September 2, 2025

EU Ombudsman Receives Complaints over EDPS Selection Process

Ombudsman complaints and a Parliament–Council split have prolonged the appointment of the next EDPS, centering on independence concerns over a Commission insider versus continuity with the incumbent.

August 14, 2025

EDPS closes proceedings after Commission fixes Microsoft 365 data protection issues

EDPS finds the European Commission’s Microsoft 365 use compliant with Regulation (EU) 2018/1725 after contractual, technical and organisational measures addressed purpose limitation, transfers and disclosures.

July 25, 2025

European Commission Accused of Rigging EDPS Selection

The European Commission is accused of rigging the selection process for the European Data Protection Supervisor, compromising independence and transparency.

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May 29, 2025

EDPS Issues Opinion on Proposal for EU Return System of Illegal Third-Country Nationals

he EDPS calls for strong data protection safeguards in the EU’s common return system for third-country nationals to protect vulnerable individuals’ privacy and rights.

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May 10, 2025

EDPS Rejects European Investment Bank Data Transfers to India Over GDPR Issues

EU data watchdog blocks routine personal data transfers to India, citing insufficient data protection under India’s yet-to-be-implemented DPDP Act.

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