technology

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July 15, 2024

noyb publishes Consent Banner Report: EDPB vs National DPAs

This report by noyb offers insights for companies implementing consent banners, highlighting the varying standards between the EDPB and national DPAs.

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July 11, 2024

GPEN Sweep 2024 Report on Deceptive Design Patterns Published

The GPEN Sweep 2024 report highlights the prevalence of deceptive design patterns in websites and apps, urging stricter enforcement of data protection laws and more transparent design practices.

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July 3, 2024

EU Data Protection Supervisor Issues Guidelines on Generative AI

New guidelines by the EDPS provide practical advice on using generative AI tools in EU institutions to comply with data protection laws under Regulation (EU) 2018/1725, emphasizing safeguarding individuals’ personal information and privacy.

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June 21, 2024

EU CSAM Scanning Law Delayed Amid Privacy Debates

EU officials delay discussions on legislation requiring messaging services to scan for CSAM, facing opposition from member states over privacy and encryption concerns.

June 17, 2024

noyb Files GDPR Complaint Against Google’s Privacy Sandbox

noyb files GDPR complaint against Google’s Privacy Sandbox for misleading users with hidden tracking features, raising concerns about transparency and user consent in data privacy.

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June 10, 2024

The EDPB adopted an Opinion on facial recognition technology use at airports, emphasizing the need for privacy protection and control over biometric data.

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May 19, 2024

Google’s call-scanning AI could lead to censorship

Google’s AI call scanning demo raises privacy concerns as experts warn of potential centralized censorship and surveillance risks in mobile communication.

May 19, 2024

Protecting Human Rights in the Age of AI

Susie Alegre’s book Human Rights, Robot Wrongs explores the impact of AI on human rights, advocating for regulation and responsible adoption to protect fundamental rights.

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May 17, 2024

Commission publishes Recommendation on Post-Quantum Cryptography

The EU Commission’s Recommendation on Post-Quantum Cryptography advocates for a unified approach to strengthen cybersecurity in the face of emerging quantum computing threats, promoting interoperability and resilience across Member States.

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April 30, 2024

Privacy Concerns Raised by Dutch Data Protection Authority over Data-Collecting Traffic Lights

Dutch data protection authority raises privacy concerns over data-collecting traffic lights tracking road users’ personal information, urging transparency and compliance with privacy legislation.

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April 26, 2024

MEPS approve EU Health Data Space

MEPs approved the establishment of a European Health Data Space to enhance citizens’ access to their health data, promote secure data sharing, and safeguard privacy.

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April 26, 2024

EU extends CSAM rules until April 2026

MEPs have endorsed a temporary extension of the e-Privacy derogation to allow the detection of online child sexual abuse material until April 2026, aiming to harmonize reporting on measures taken by companies.

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