Irish DPC publishes draft Fundamentals for a Child-Oriented Approach to Data Processing
On December 18, 2020, the Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) published its draft Fundamentals for a Child-Oriented Approach to Data Processing.
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EDPB & EDPS adopt joint opinions on new sets of SCCs
The EDPB and EDPS have adopted joint opinions on two sets of contractual clauses (SCCs). One opinion on the SCCs for contracts between controllers and processors and one on the SCCs for the transfer of personal data to third countries.
FAA Publishes Final Rule for Operating Drones Over People
The Federal Aviation Administration published the final rule for the operation of drones over people.
Ireland brings in tough laws on revenge porn and online bullying
Parliament unanimously approves laws that could result in a 10-year jail sentence.
Tech Giants Hope for US Data Privacy Law
Google, Twitter and Amazon are hopeful that Joe Biden’s incoming administration in the United States will enact a federal digital data law
German Federal Government Passed a Draft Law Amending Germany’s Information Technology Laws
German Federal Government passed a draft law that substantially amends some of Germany’s information technology laws.
Council of the EU Released a New Draft of the ePrivacy Regulation
On January 5, 2021, the Council of the European Union released a new, draft version of the ePrivacy Regulation.
Alphabet unit Wing blasts new U.S. drone ID rule, citing privacy
Alphabet Inc’s drone delivery unit Wing criticized Trump administration rules issued this week mandating broadcast-based remote identification of drones.
Brazilians mostly unaware of data protection regulations
Despite concerns over potential misuse and lack of trust, research has found consumers are not questioning corporate practices around personal data handling.
Brexit Deal Keeps EU-UK Data Flows Open as Parties Pursue Mutual Adequacy
EU Commission and UK officials announced they reached a deal on the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement. Deal will allow for the continued free flow of personal data for up to six months.
UK ICO Publishes New Data Sharing Code
The Code focuses mainly on data sharing among data controllers who are subject to the GDPR and the UK Data Protection Act 2018.
European Union Implements Changes to Export Control Rules
The EU has updated its export control rules for dual-use items. read this article to learn more.