technology

January 29, 2025

Meta Anounces Initiatives on Data Privacy Day

Meta emphasizes its commitment to data privacy, driven by regulatory pressures and evolving EU standards, amid concerns over its extensive data collection and new AI initiatives.

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January 29, 2025

Celebrating Data Protection Day 2025

Data Protection Day 2025 highlights the importance of safeguarding privacy amidst technological advances, emphasizing global cooperation, innovation, and public awareness to address ongoing challenges.

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January 24, 2025

Concerns Over Biometric Surveillance as Technology Advances

Rapidly advancing biometric technologies, including smell and gait identification, raise urgent privacy concerns and highlight the need for regulatory frameworks in the UK.

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January 23, 2025

Concerns Arise Over Russian Code in Hungary’s New Digital Identification System

Hungary’s new Client Gate+ system raises security concerns due to the recommendation of a Russian-developed code generator, prompting scrutiny and calls for investigation.

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January 10, 2025

EU Commission’s Microsoft Reliance Under Scrutiny

EU officials worry Microsoft reliance breaches data rules; EDPS demands compliance, but alternatives lack, raising privacy and security concerns.

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November 19, 2024

Meta Ray-Ban glasses spark debate over GDPR compliance

Meta Ray-Ban glasses spark debate over privacy and GDPR compliance in Europe, highlighting challenges in balancing innovation with consent and data protection.

October 23, 2024

Meta Reintroduces Facial Recognition to Fight Scams and Improve Account Recovery

Meta reintroduces facial recognition to combat celeb-bait ads and aid account recovery, ensuring user privacy and security compliance.

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October 14, 2024

Hungarian Presidency Proposes Review of e-Privacy Directive

Hungarian presidency pushes for renewed review of e-Privacy directive and emphasizes telecom consolidation and green investments in the EU.

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October 10, 2024

Big Tech Faces EU Scrutiny Over AI Data Practices

The EU’s data protection rules are increasingly impacting Big Tech’s AI projects, with stricter enforcement and legal uncertainties hindering innovation.

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October 7, 2024

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.

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September 27, 2024

Belgian DPA publishes guidance on interplay between GDPR and AI Act

The Belgian DPA’s guidance clarifies the compliance of AI systems with GDPR, emphasizing the role of Data Protection Officers and the need for transparency and human oversight.