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All dispatches →EU Privacy Guardian Signals End to Overhaul of Landmark Data Law
As the European Union pushes forward with business-friendly tweaks to its cornerstone data protection framework, the bloc’s top justice official has issued…
EDPS TechSonar Humans as ‘AI Shepherds’ – Steering Autonomy Without Sacrificing Rights
As artificial intelligence edges deeper into our daily rhythms—from personalized tutors whispering study tips to autonomous agents booking our weekends—the European Data…
Dutch DPA’s Cookie Crackdown
There is a wake up call for those that are still sleeping on GDPR.
GDPR EDPS Guidance on AI Risk Management and Data Protection
The European Data Protection Supervisor’s (EDPS) Guidance on Risk Management of Artificial Intelligence Systems, released on November 11, 2025, serves as a…
The 2026 Privacy Playbook: How to Turn Compliance Into a Competitive Advantage
Privacy is no longer a niche legal topic or something delegated to IT or security as a side task.
GDPR ICO Refines Public Sector Data Protection Strategy: Emphasizing Collaboration and Lasting Impact Over Heavy Fines
As data protection becomes ever more critical in delivering public services, the UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) is doubling down on a…
GDPR Irish DPC Case Study on Right to Erasure: What Organizations Should Learn
The Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) recently published a case study illustrating how a complaint under Article 17 of the General Data…
GDPR EU Officials’ Location Data for Sale: Why This Matters for Privacy and Security
A coalition of European news organizations has uncovered a startling reality: commercially sold location datasets include mobile-phone records linked to high-ranking officials…
GDPR Chat Control EU Update: Denmark’s Proposal and the Hidden Backdoor to Mandatory Scanning
“A perfidious trick? The EU Council Presidency wants to mandatory #ChatControl through the backdoor: An art.
Celebrity DSAR Showdown: Three Hard-Hitting Lessons from Gregg Wallace’s Battle with the BBC
In the glittering yet gritty arena of data privacy rights, where celebrities wield the same legal sword as everyday employees, a fresh…
Dutch Regulator Slaps Experian with €2.7 Million Fine Over Privacy Violations in Credit Scoring
The Dutch Data Protection Authority (Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens, or AP) has imposed a hefty €2.7 million fine on Experian Nederland, a major credit…
GDPR Paying for Privacy: What CNIL’s Findings Mean for the Future of Ad-Supported Services
Are People Willing to Pay for a Tracking-Free Internet?