technology

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February 21, 2023

German Constitutional Court strikes down predictive algorithms for policing

German Federal Constitutional Court declared the use of Palantir surveillance software by police unconstitutional.

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February 21, 2023

Privacy Regulators Step Up Oversight of AI Use in Europe

European privacy regulators are taking drastic measures to ensure laws related to the use of AI and data protection are followed.

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February 20, 2023

How GDPR Changed European Companies’ Tech Stacks

As organizations adapt their IT infrastructure to abide by the latest privacy regulations, they are faced with a dilemma: efficiency versus flexibility.

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February 13, 2023

Everything you need to know about website cookies

This article in depth explains how website cookies work, how to deal with them, and why it is important to be mindful about cookies.

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February 11, 2023

ChatGPT is a data privacy nightmare

ChatGPT – a threat to our privacy?

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February 11, 2023

Controversial spyware technology group with links to Ireland to be investigated by Justice Committee

The Oireachtas Joint Committee on Justice is set to delve into the question of whether companies based in Ireland are manufacturing and selling spyware.

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February 10, 2023

New Cybersecurity Directives (NIS2 and CER) Enter into Force

Two new EU directives came into effect impacting how organizations across the European Union approach cybersecurity and critical infrastructure.

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February 10, 2023

ChatGPT in spotlight as EU’s Breton bats for tougher AI rules

EU industry leader Thierry Breton has recently addressed the safety of AI technology, pointing to ChatGPT’s chatbot and AI systems as significant concerns.