UK Online Safety Act Becomes Law
The UK’s Online Safety Act, now law, imposes stringent measures on organizations to protect children from harmful online content, with non-compliance penalties up to €21 million.
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Biden signs AI executive order
President Joe Biden signs an executive order addressing safety, equity and labor market implications of AI, marking the US government’s first major regulatory action on AI.
Digital dream could become nightmare if data misused, privacy conference told
The 45th Global Privacy Assembly Annual Meeting emphasized the importance of balancing public privacy protection measures and the potential of technology in showcasing cultural heritage.
X Must Comply with EU’s Laws, Says Digital Chief
Elon Musk’s social network, X, is required to comply with EU laws and address illegal content to continue operating in the region, says EU’s digital chief, Věra Jourová.
EU close to pass world’s first AI law
The EU is close to passing the first global laws on AI, addressing issues from facial recognition to copyright theft, and holding AI companies accountable for potential harm caused by their tools.
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.
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.
UK Lawmakers Demand Pause on Live Facial Recognition Technology
A coalition of 65 UK lawmakers calls for a temporary halt to the use of live facial recognition surveillance technology, amid concerns over civil liberties.
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.
Britain Admits Defeat in Controversial Online Safety Bill
The UK government has backed down on enforcing a “spy clause” in the Online Safety Bill, a move welcomed by tech companies and privacy activists.
First Algorithmic Risks Report Netherlands calls for additional action to control algorithmic and AI risks
The Dutch Data Protection Authority urges closer oversight of high-risk algorithms and AI to minimize risks, while leveraging the benefits.