EDPB Urgent Binding Decision on processing of personal data for behavioural advertising by Meta
The EDPB has instructed the Irish DPA to impose a ban on Meta IE’s processing of personal data for behavioural advertising across the EEA.
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Amazon rolls out independent cloud for Europe to address stricter privacy standards
Amazon is launching an independent AWS European Sovereign Cloud in Europe to meet strict EU regulations, offering customers high sovereignty controls, privacy safeguards, and security features.
Greek data watchdog to rule on AI systems in refugee camps
The Greek Data Protection Authority is set to decide on the legality of AI and biometric surveillance systems in the country’s refugee camps, a decision that could impact the use of such systems in migration management globally.
Clearview AI’s Appeal Success Against UK GDPR Fine
Clearview AI successfully appealed against a £7.5 million fine and enforcement notice issued by the UK’s ICO.
EU data watchdogs issue statement on digital euro
The EDPB and the EDPS have released a Joint Opinion on the proposed digital euro regulation, offering recommendations to enhance data privacy and protection standards.
GDPR harmonisation could open health data’s potential
The EHDS proposal faces debate over patient consent for secondary use of health data.
Poland opens privacy probe of ChatGPT following GDPR complaint
OpenAI’s AI chatbot, ChatGPT, is under investigation by the Polish DPA for potential breaches of the EU GDPR.
TikTok Fights Back Against €345mil EU Data Privacy Fine
TikTok is appealing against a €345mil data privacy fine imposed by European regulators, who allege the platform failed to adequately protect the private data of its teenage users.
EOS Matrix Fined €5.47m for Serious GDPR Violations
EOS Matrix hit with a hefty €5.47m fine for multiple GDPR violations, including unauthorised data processing and lack of transparency.
Spyware Companies Flourishing in Europe due to Ineffective Regulation
Amnesty International report reveals EU’s inefficiency in regulating spyware sector, with companies like Intellexa exploiting loopholes.
The EU’s Plan to Detect CSAM Faces Opposition and Privacy Concerns
The EU’s proposal to combat child sexual abuse material on digital platforms sparks debate and privacy concerns.
Ireland’s Central Bank faces historic fine for major GDPR breach
Irish DPA has initiated an investigation into the Central Bank for a possible data breach due to retention of borrowers’ data beyond the legal limit.