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February 20, 2024

Meta to face £3bn UK lawsuit over data monetisation

UK lawsuit progresses against Meta for data sharing practices, spotlighting GDPR compliance issues.

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February 9, 2024

Italian Police Accused of Illegal EU Drivers’ Data Access for UK Fines

Allegations are raised that an Italian police department unlawfully accessed and shared EU drivers’ details with Euro Parking Collections.

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February 8, 2024

Google’s Cookie Phase-Out Stalled in UK Over Market Concerns

CMA delays Google’s cookie phase-out, citing competition concerns.

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February 7, 2024

Facial recognition cameras in UK supermarkets rise concerns of discrimination

Supermarket chain’s facial recognition use in poor areas raises GDPR concerns.

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February 7, 2024

Tech Security and Privacy at Risk with UK’s Proposed Law

UK’s proposed IPA amendments could globally block tech security updates, raising privacy concerns.

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January 26, 2024

UK Publishers Weigh “Consent or Pay” After ICO Cookie Decision

UK news sites consider “consent or pay” model after ICO cookie ruling.

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January 9, 2024

UK’s New Surveillance Bill Raises Privacy Concerns

The UK government is pushing through new legislation to expand its surveillance powers, causing concern among tech firms and privacy campaigners.

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December 18, 2023

ICO Publishes Findings on Data Protection Practices of Tracing Agents

ICO investigates data protection practices of tracing agents, highlighting the need for improved safeguards for domestic abuse victims.

November 29, 2023

ICO Appeals Against Tribunal Decision on Clearview AI GDPR Fine

UK data watchdog fights tribunal’s overturn of Clearview AI’s fine.

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November 23, 2023

UK’s ICO and EU’s EDPS Commit to Data Protection Cooperation

UK’s ICO and EU’s EDPS align to bolster data protection rights.

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November 23, 2023

UK watchdog threatens enforcement action over ad cookies

ICO enforces fair cookie consent practices in the UK.

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November 8, 2023

29 Countries Reach Agreement On AI Risks and Opportunities

The Bletchley Declaration, signed by 29 nations, sets forth a shared understanding of AI’s opportunities and risks, emphasizing collective management and safe deployment of the technology.

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