EU CSAM Scanning Law Delayed Amid Privacy Debates
EU officials delay discussions on legislation requiring messaging services to scan for CSAM, facing opposition from member states over privacy and encryption concerns.
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EDPB Elects Zdravko Vukić as Deputy Chair
EDPB elects Zdravko Vukić as Deputy Chair, emphasizing empowerment of individuals and enhancing enforcement cooperation to address emerging challenges in EU data protection.
EU Council Approves Position on Enhanced GDPR Enforcement Rules
The EU Council has agreed on a position regarding new regulation aimed at enhancing cooperation among national data protection authorities for enforcing the GDPR.
LinkedIn to limit targeted advertising based on LinkedIn Groups data
LinkedIn discontinues targeted advertising based on LinkedIn Groups data in response to a complaint filed with the European Commission, aligning with the Digital Services Act to enhance online content governance and protect user data.
Microsoft 365 Education Faces GDPR Probe
EU investigates Microsoft 365 Education for GDPR violations regarding children’s data protection and transparency issues raised by noyb complaints.
ChatGPT Compliance with EU GDPR Under Scrutiny
EU taskforce reviews OpenAI’s ChatGPT under GDPR, highlighting legal uncertainties and privacy risks amidst complaints.
EDPB Publishes 2023 Annual Report
The EDPB’s 2023 Annual Report highlights key achievements in data protection law, including the adoption of binding decisions and outreach initiatives to enhance GDPR compliance and awareness.
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.
EU’s Cookie Pledge stalls
The European Commission’s initiative for a “Cookie Pledge” to empower consumers in digital advertising faced obstacles, prompting a potential shift towards legislative action for data protection.
MEPS approve EU Health Data Space
MEPs approved the establishment of a European Health Data Space to enhance citizens’ access to their health data, promote secure data sharing, and safeguard privacy.
EU extends CSAM rules until April 2026
MEPs have endorsed a temporary extension of the e-Privacy derogation to allow the detection of online child sexual abuse material until April 2026, aiming to harmonize reporting on measures taken by companies.
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.