EDPB Adopts Opinion on Personal Data Use for AI Model Development
The EDPB’s opinion clarifies the use of personal data in AI development, focusing on anonymity, legitimate interest, and the consequences of unlawful data processing.
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DPC Fines Meta €251 Million for Facebook Data Breach
Meta faces a €251 million fine from the DPC for a data breach affecting 29 million accounts, with plans to appeal the decision.
EU Commission’s Ad Campaign Violates GDPR Rules on Sensitive Data
The EU’s Commission faces a privacy scandal after the EDPS confirmed its ad campaign unlawfully processed sensitive data to influence public opinion on CSAM legislation.
noyb Gains Qualified Entity Status for GDPR Collective Redress in the EU
noyb has received Qualified Entity status in Austria and Ireland, enabling it to initiate collective redress actions for GDPR violations across the EU.
Monaco’s New Law Aligns with EU GDPR
Monaco adopts new data protection laws aligning with European standards, enhancing individual rights and establishing a new authority for personal data protection.
TikTok Shares Update on Its Efforts To Separate EU User Data
TikTok is enhancing EU data protection measures amid potential U.S. bans, focusing on new data centers and user data safety initiatives.
UK’s House of Lords Urges Early Data Adequacy Talks with EU
The House of Lords committee urges the UK Government to secure a new data adequacy agreement with the EU to avoid economic disruptions by June 2025.
European Commission Finds US Compliant with Data Privacy Framework Amid Criticism
The European Commission’s report finds the US compliant with a key privacy framework, but critics highlight ongoing concerns about data protection loopholes.
EDPB and Commission to Collaborate on Guidance on DMA and GDPR interplay
The European Commission and EDPB are collaborating to clarify the relationship between the DMA and GDPR for digital gatekeepers.
EDPB Invites Stakeholders for Consent or Pay Guidelines Discussion
The EDPB will host a stakeholder event on November 18, 2024, to gather insights on ‘Consent or Pay’ models for upcoming data protection guidelines.
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.
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.