EDPS issues Opinion on EU proposal for direct VAT data access to fight fraud
The EDPS supports limited direct access to VAT data for fraud investigations but stresses strict safeguards to protect personal data and ensure compliance with EU laws.
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Commission Investigates Irish Data Protection Commissioner Appointment
The European Commission seeks more information from Ireland on the appointment of Niamh Sweeney as Data Protection Commissioner amid concerns over independence and conflicts of interest.
DPC Launches Inquiry into X’s Use of Personal Data for AI Training
The DPC has launched an inquiry into XIUC’s processing of EU/EEA users’ personal data for training Grok LLMs, focusing on GDPR compliance and transparency.
Dutch Authority Investigates DeepSeek for GDPR Violations
The Dutch Data Protection Authority is investigating DeepSeek over privacy concerns, fearing data may be unlawfully transferred to China, risking users’ and third-party information.
Irish Regulator Probes DeepSeek’s Data Processing Compliance
Ireland’s Data Protection Commission seeks clarity from DeepSeek on its data processing practices involving Irish users, emphasizing GDPR compliance.
DeepSeek Under EU Scrutiny for GDPR Compliance
DeepSeek faces scrutiny from European regulators over its data practices, highlighting concerns about GDPR compliance and AI data protection.
German DPA investigates Worldcoin’s use of biometric data
Worldcoin, now called World, faces regulatory scrutiny in Germany for GDPR compliance regarding its iris-scanning technology and data protection practices.
Court Upholds DPC Investigation into Complaints Against Google’s Data Practices
The Irish High Court upheld a DPC inquiry into Google’s data processing practices, allowing five user complaints to proceed while dismissing one for lack of data processing.
EDPB Chooses Right to Erasure for Fourth Coordinated Enforcement Action
The EDPB will launch a coordinated enforcement action in 2025 to assess the implementation of the right to erasure under GDPR.
Ryanair Faces Investigation Over Facial Recognition and GDPR Compliance
Ireland’s DPC investigates Ryanair’s facial recognition use for third-party bookings amid customer complaints about privacy law compliance.
EU Regulators Tighten Control Over AI Systems
EU regulators are tightening oversight on tech firms’ AI development, focusing on GDPR compliance and user data protection.
Italy’s Antitrust Agency Probes Google Over Misleading GDPR Consent Practices
Italy’s antitrust agency is investigating Google for potentially misleading consent practices regarding users’ personal data.