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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.

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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.

April 19, 2024

EDPS concerned about privacy in era of AI

The European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) is concerned about potential erosion of key principles in the EU’s GDPR due to challenges posed by advanced AI technologies.

April 19, 2024

EDPB issues opinion on Meta’s “consent or pay” model

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) issues guidance on adtech giants like Meta violating GDPR by offering “consent or pay” options, emphasizing the need for real choice in data processing.