The growing use of biometric systems in workplaces has brought new challenges for data protection, especially with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in Europe. A recent case in Belgium highlights these issues after a company introduced a fingerprint-based time-tracking s [...]
With the rise of remote learning, online proctoring – used to ensure academic integrity during virtual exams – has become widely adopted by schools and universities across the U.S. These tools use methods like identity verification, video and audio mo [...]
The Italian Data Protection Authority (Garante) recently imposed a significant fine of 80,000 euros on a company, for mishandling a sales agent’s email data, highlighting once again the challenges and complexities of managing employee data, in particular when [...]
Online proctoring refers to the use of digital tools and technologies to remotely monitor students during online exams. This technology typically involves video and audio recording capabilities such as screen and web traffic recording, room recording, p [...]
Does anyone remember 12 September 2019? The GDPR was still new, but the initial excitement had died down and the first practical experiences with the new law had crystallised. Much was unclear, but some things were slowly becoming clearer. On 12 September, [...]
The ICO has recently issued an instrument to support organisations in verifying data protection compliance. The online audit toolkits can be used to conduct both consensual and compulsory audits. The toolkits are designed for organization personnel ha [...]
In today’s interconnected world, businesses increasingly depend on email marketing to effectively expand and engage their international customer base. However, when sending unsolicited emails internationally, balancing data protection obligations and [...]
AI is transforming the world at an unprecedented speed, and yet, a growing regulatory storm seems ready to slow it down. Recently, LinkedIn was forced to halt its AI-powered data processing in the UK after concerns raised by the ICO (Information Commissioner’s [...]
