The European Union has recently introduced the AI Act, poised to become the cornerstone of AI governance across the EU. This groundbreaking regulation is designed to address the risks AI systems pose to health, safety, and fundamental rights, complementing th [...]
Authorities in Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg are paying closer attention to how organizations appoint their Data Protection Officers (DPOs). They are especially focused on making sure DPOs can work independently, without a conflict of interest [...]
New Years Eve is a time when we all tend to look back on the past year and revel in achievements and berate ourselves for mistakes made or goals not yet achieved. I also find that this is a time when I start to regret some of the holiday gifts I purchased. [...]
In a recent decision, the Icelandic Data Protection Authority (DPA), Persónuvernd, upheld the legitimate interest of companies sending customer satisfaction surveys and cross-referencing caller information. The case involved the insurance company VÍS [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
