EDPS Revises Generative AI Guidance for EU Institutions
EDPS updated guidance strengthens data protection rules for generative AI used by EU institutions, adding a practical compliance checklist and clearer controller/processor responsibilities.
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EDPB and European Commission Publish Joint Guidelines on DMA and GDPR
EDPB and European Commission issued joint guidelines clarifying how gatekeepers must apply GDPR obligations when complying with the Digital Markets Act; public consultation open until 4 Dec 2025.
EDPB Releases 2024 Report on GDPR Enforcement and Strategy
The EDPB’s 2024 Annual Report highlights new strategies, increased GDPR guidance, stakeholder engagement, and efforts to simplify data protection across Europe.
IAB Submits Feedback on EDPB’s Consent or Pay Guidelines
IAB Europe and trade associations urge the EDPB to adopt a balanced approach to “Consent or Pay” models, emphasizing user choice and economic implications.
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.
EDPB Publishes Guidelines on GDPR Data Transfers to Non-European Authorities
EDPB issued guidelines on GDPR Article 48 for data transfers to third country authorities and approved a new European Data Protection Seal.
Council of Europe Publishes Guidelines for Voter Data Protection
The Council of Europe has issued guidelines to enhance the protection of personal data for voters during registration and identity verification processes.
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.
noyb publishes Consent Banner Report: EDPB vs National DPAs
This report by noyb offers insights for companies implementing consent banners, highlighting the varying standards between the EDPB and national DPAs.
EU Data Protection Supervisor Issues Guidelines on Generative AI
New guidelines by the EDPS provide practical advice on using generative AI tools in EU institutions to comply with data protection laws under Regulation (EU) 2018/1725, emphasizing safeguarding individuals’ personal information and privacy.
Lithuanian DPA publishes Recommendation on the processing of criminal record data by the employer
Recomendations provide detailed guidance to employers in Lithuania on the legal requirements and best practices for processing criminal record data of employees and job candidates.