technology

May 2, 2023

Italy restores ChatGPT after OpenAI responds to regulator

The ChatGPT chatbot is once again operational in Italy.

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April 25, 2023

German Supervisory Authorities Publish Opinion on Subscription Websites

German DPAs issued an opinion concerning websites that offer visitors options to access a free version which tracks user behavior or a paid version without monitoring.

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April 17, 2023

AI Act: EU Parliament walking fine line on banned practices

European Parliament held a political meeting whereby they concluded the discussion on several essential aspects of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Regulation.

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April 17, 2023

EU Parliament study slams online child abuse material proposal

The European Commission’s plans to combat the spread of CSAM have sparked vehement debate due to its potential invasion of privacy.

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April 17, 2023

ChatGPT spurs debate about EU AI regulation

At present, there are no comprehensive regulations at the European Union level governing the use of artificial intelligence (AI).

April 14, 2023

Spain asks EU data protection board to discuss OpenAI’s ChatGPT

AEPD has requested that the EDBP evaluate possible privacy concerns in relation to OpenAI’s ChatGPT.

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April 14, 2023

The Italian Data Protection Agency gives OpenAI a chance to avoid being banned

Italian DPA may lift ChatGPT ban if the requirements are met.

April 14, 2023

European data regulators set up ChatGPT taskforce

EDPB has created a task force in order to facilitate collaboration and information sharing between EU regulators.

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April 12, 2023

Oireachtas committee wants to scrutinise use of facial recognition technology by gardaí

Gardaí’s plans to quickly implement laws allowing the use of facial recognition technology have been met with strong opposition.

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April 12, 2023

Live facial recognition labelled ‘Orwellian’ as Met police push ahead with use

Live facial recognition is a controversial form of mass surveillance, and human rights advocates are vehement in their criticism of its use by police forces.