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March 9, 2024

ECB: digital euro will have better privacy than private systems

The ECB is advancing the digital euro, promising enhanced privacy and independence from private payment processors.

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February 29, 2024

UK’s New Data Bill: A Threat to GDPR Compliance?

UK’s Data Protection Bill could clash with EU GDPR, affecting data privacy and law enforcement cooperation.

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February 28, 2024

GDPR Right of Access Under EDPB’s Enforcement Spotlight in 2024

The EDPB initiates a 2024 action focusing on GDPR’s right of access to ensure compliance across the EU.

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February 28, 2024

EU Parliament Cybersecurity Concerns Amid Spyware Discovery

EU Parliament boosts cybersecurity after spyware found on members’ phones.

February 28, 2024

Meta to collect “anonymized” data from Quest headsets

Meta begins anonymized data collection from Quest VR users, raising privacy concerns.

February 19, 2024

EU Rights Groups Challenge Meta’s “Consent or Pay” Model

EU rights groups urge EDPB to reject Meta’s “consent or pay” tactic, threatening GDPR and privacy.

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February 8, 2024

Dutch DPA Targets Misleading Cookie Banners

Dutch DPA (AP) enforces GDPR cookie consent rules, penalizing misleading banners.

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February 7, 2024

IAB Europe Voices Concerns Over GDPR Procedural Regulations

IAB Europe advocates for improved GDPR procedural regulations for fairness and efficiency.

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February 7, 2024

EU Court Defines Non-Material Damage

EU Court rules on non-material damage compensation under GDPR.

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February 7, 2024

CJEU rules on data storage under Law Enforcement Directive

CJEU decides on the implications of storing personal data of individuals convicted of crimes under EU Directive 2016/680, focusing on the right to erasure and the principle of proportionality.

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February 6, 2024

EU pushes for less intrusive cookie consent

The European Commission is actively working to reform the digital advertising industry’s reliance on cookies, with a focus on enhancing user privacy in line with GDPR standards.