EDPB and AMLA Plan Joint Guidance on AML Data Sharing
EDPB and AMLA will prepare guidance on GDPR-compliant AML information-sharing partnerships before Article 75 AMLR applies in July 2027.
GDPR
EDPB orders Belgian DPA full review of cookie banner complaint under GDPR
The EDPB ruled that a GDPR complaint about cookie banners must be assessed on its merits, rejecting claims of abuse of rights by the complainant.
Luxembourg Sees Surge in GDPR Complaints
Luxembourg’s CNPD reported a 40% rise in GDPR complaints in 2025, driven by access, erasure, and lawful-processing concerns.
Dutch Government Approves Google Cloud for Public Sector
The Dutch government approved Google Cloud for public sector use after a DPIA, but future depends on the stability of the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework amid legal challenges.
EDPB Launches New Initiatives to Enhance GDPR Consistency
The EDPB introduces new tools and cooperation efforts to simplify GDPR compliance, support innovation, and ensure consistent data protection enforcement across Europe.
Cate Blanchett Launches EU Tool to Control AI Use of Personal Likeness
Cate Blanchett launched a voluntary EU tool allowing people to control AI use of their likeness, supporting consent and rights under evolving AI and data protection laws.
EDPB Publishes Data Breach Notification Template
The EDPB adopted a common data breach notification template to simplify GDPR reporting, improve consistency, and support faster responses across Europe.
EDPB Meets Commissioner McGrath to Discuss GDPR Priorities
The EDPB met with Commissioner McGrath to discuss GDPR priorities, cross-regulatory cooperation, children’s data protection, andpolitical ads.
EDPB Approves Europrivacy GDPR Certifications
The EDPB approved Europrivacy certification for global use, enhancing GDPR compliance and simplifying international data transfers with stronger legal safeguards.
German Authorities Oppose Chat Control to Protect Privacy
German data protection authorities urge the EU to stop chat control plans, citing privacy risks, technical flaws, and advocating for child safety by design.
Yango Faces €100 Million GDPR Fine for Sharing Personal Data Outside EU
The Dutch Data Protection Authority fined Yango’s parent company €100 million for inadequate protection of European users’ data transferred to Russia.
EU-US Deal Could Grant US Access to Sensitive European Police Data
The EU-US deal may grant US authorities access to sensitive European police data, raising serious privacy and data protection concerns under GDPR.