Technology Law Dispatch

OCTOBER 26, 2023

On 3 October 2023, the UK Information Commissioner’s Office organised its annual Data Protection Practioner’s Conference 2023 (DPPC 2023). Here are the takeaways from the DPPC 2023 (the event sessions available here ). Cyber security risks remain significant, the most common of them being phishing attacks.

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Technology Law Dispatch

JUNE 23, 2023

On 19 June 2023, the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has released new Guidance on Privacy-Enhancing Technologies (PETs) for Data Protection Compliance. Understanding PETs PETs are software and hardware systems that can help minimize use of personal data use while maximizing information security.

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Debevoise Data Blog

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

The AEPD held that a DPO cannot hold a position that leads them to determine the purposes and means of data processing. The scale and data protection risks associated with such technologies has been further complicated recently by their increasing integration with artificial intelligence systems.

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Inside Privacy

MARCH 14, 2023

Following a report, the French supervisory authority (“CNIL”) audited two organizations carrying out medical research in early 2022 to check their compliance with these requirements. Despite being found in breach of the French data protection rules, none of the audited organizations were fined.

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Debevoise Data Blog

APRIL 28, 2023

UK ICO updates guidance to clarify requirements for fairness in AI What happened : The UK ICO has updated its existing Guidance on AI and data protection following requests from industry to clarify requirements for fairness in AI. Norwegian Data Protection Authority fines medical device company c.$240,000

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Ikigai Law

AUGUST 3, 2023

Our summary of the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2023 The Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2023 ( 2023 Bill ) was tabled in Parliament on 3 August 2023. It is the fifth – and likely final – iteration of India’s efforts to formulate a personal data protection law.

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Debevoise Data Blog

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Data protection & AI: In particular: (i) the French CNIL published its first set of guidance on GDPR compliance when developing AI tools; and (ii) the UK ICO issued a preliminary enforcement notice against Snap over its AI chatbot, alleging that Snap had not adequately assessed the privacy risks posed to child users of the tool.

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Legal IT Group

JANUARY 10, 2023

Since the entry into force of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), many companies processing the data of Europeans have faced the task of achieving the much desired GDPR-compliance. Why do we need this?

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Debevoise Data Blog

MAY 12, 2023

Key takeaways this April include: UK children’s data protection focus continues: Businesses may wish to review policies and procedures for dealing with children’s data in light of recent UK ICO fines and guidance, especially to ensure that terms of use are adequately enforced.

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Debevoise Data Blog

JUNE 8, 2023

Third country data transfers : Businesses that transfer personal data outside of the EEA may want to review their transfer mechanisms in light of new guidance on the EU and South East Asia SCCs, and the DPC’s record-breaking €1.2 billion fine against Meta. These developments, and more, covered below. (1)

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Debevoise Data Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2023

For example, the Garante notes the need to incorporate data protection by design and by default principles within any AI systems used in the healthcare space. In particular, the paper recommends the use of internal data access controls, regular auditing of data security measures, and the use of data protection impact assessments.

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Legal IT Group

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Introduction In our previous articles , we have already drawn your attention to the Brazilian data protection legislation which is quite similar to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Also, the ANPD has shared a new form which should be used for sending security incident reports by a data controller.

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Debevoise Data Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Key takeaways from September include: UK-US data bridge: From 12 October 2023, UK businesses will be able to transfer personal data to certain US organisations certified under a UK-specific extension to the EU-U.S. data bridge from 12 October 2023. These developments, and more, covered below. For the wider UK-U.S.-EU

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Debevoise Data Blog

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

When calculating the fine, the CNIL cited the large scale of the data processing and the high proportion of minors (38% were between 13 and 17) as aggravating factors. The fines follow non-compliance notices CNIL served to 60 organisations that did not allow users to refuse cookies as easily as to accept them.

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Ikigai Law

AUGUST 4, 2023

India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Bill 2023 was introduced in Parliament on 3 August 2023. Once passed, the law will govern how businesses collect and use individuals’ data. What data is covered? Personal data, i.e., data about an individual that can identify them.

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Debevoise Data Blog

JUNE 1, 2023

Privacy and Data Protection , a leading UK journal on practical data protection compliance issues, has featured in its latest edition an article by Robert Maddox and Stephanie Thomas on the hallmarks of effective data protection by design and default under the EU and UK GDPR.

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Ikigai Law

AUGUST 9, 2023

It originally appeared in the July 2023 Edition of FinTales, our monthly fintech newsletter. No piece of legislation has taken more punches than our elusive data protection law. The data law is nearly here! The Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2023 was introduced in Parliament on 3 August 2023.

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Inside Privacy

JULY 3, 2023

On 21 June 2023, at the close of a roundtable meeting of the G7 Data Protection and Privacy Authorities, regulators from the United States, France, Germany, Italy, United Kingdom, Canada and Japan published a joint “Statement on Generative AI” (“Statement”) (available here ).

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Legal IT Group

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

First of all, the data can be transferred based on the adequacy decision or subject to appropriate safeguards. Among these safeguards, in particular, are binding corporate rules, standard data protection clauses, code of conduct, and certification mechanism. What about the US? In such cases, appropriate safeguards are used.

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Legal IT Group

JANUARY 22, 2024

With this regard, it is essential to know about the privacy legislation of this country since, nowadays, most internet businesses process the personal data of their clients, and they should do it in compliance with data protection laws. What to expect in 2024? The “personal information” definition is amended.

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Debevoise Data Blog

MAY 28, 2024

EDPB “Consent or pay” models: Businesses operating large online platforms should consider the European Data Protection Board’s recent opinion indicating that “consent or pay” models are unlikely to be GDPR-compliant.

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Debevoise Data Blog

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Our top-five European data protection developments from August are: Uber fined for personal data transfer: The Dutch Data Protection Authority fined Uber €290 million for the unlawful transfer of European drivers’ personal data to the U.S., without sufficient safeguards.

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Debevoise Data Blog

MARCH 26, 2023

EDPB’s new work programme prioritises new technologies and cooperation amongst supervisory authorities What happened : The EDPB adopted its work programme for 2023/24. The recipient entity may be able to rely on legitimate interests in certain circumstances. Facilitating harmonisation amongst national supervisory authorities.

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Debevoise Data Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Management will also face new overarching and specific obligations to approve, oversee and manage DORA-related compliance frameworks. The ban follows recent public sector scandals involving the use of facial recognition technology.

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Debevoise Data Blog

AUGUST 16, 2023

. : Business may want to revisit their cross-border data transfer arrangements following the new adequacy decision for the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, assess whether they are eligible to self-certify and, if they are, whether it makes sense to. Data Privacy Framework (the “DPF”). These developments, and more, covered below.

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Technology Law Dispatch

MARCH 24, 2023

On 8 March 2023, the UK government presented a new version of the UK Data Protection and Digital Information Bill No.2. As with the previous bill, the new bill aims to alleviate the burden of compliance with the UK GDPR and its implementing UK Data Protection Act (2018) for organisations in the UK.

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Legal IT Group

MAY 3, 2023

In 2023 the real technological “boom” happened — products based on artificial intelligence flooded the market. Regardless of the proven practical benefits of AI in different fields, its use has some risks for users’ privacy and data protection. 25 GDPR (data protection by design and by default). Violation of Art.

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Technology Law Dispatch

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

2022 was another busy year in privacy and data protection. Regulations surrounding privacy and data continue to develop at a rapid pace. As a result, 2023 could be an exciting and a busy year for privacy and data. Andreas Splittgerber , Munich – “2023 will be a landmark year for AI regulations in Europe.

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Debevoise Data Blog

JANUARY 25, 2024

They are also reminded of their obligation to maintain appropriate technical and organisational measures in relation to their data processing, and may wish to review their compliance with these measures. It remains to be seen whether data protect authorities will provide guidance on how to interpret the “draw strongly” condition.

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Debevoise Data Blog

APRIL 26, 2024

Key takeaways from March include: CNIL data security practice guide: The French DPA published an update of its data security practice guide for data protection officers, chief information security officers, computer scientists and legal experts. To subscribe to the Data Blog, please click here.

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Debevoise Data Blog

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

The Amendments became effective on September 1, 2022, save for certain provisions that will become effective on March 1, 2023. The penalties for non-compliance are relatively modest in comparison to those in the European Union and the United Kingdom. The United States and China are not among the Permitted Jurisdictions at this time.

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Inside Privacy

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

On February 22, 2023, the European Data Protection Board (“EDPB”) released its Work Program for 2023-2024 (“the Program”), outlining the key priority areas for the next two years. The Program is divided into four pillars, which largely reflect the priorities already set out in its Strategy 2021-2023.

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Debevoise Data Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2023

As we approach the end of the year, here are the Top 10 Privacy posts on the Debevoise Data Blog in 2023 by page views. At the December 8, 2023 board meeting , the CPPA voted to advance the recently updated proposed cybersecurity audit regulations to formal rulemaking. Similar trends exist in the EU.

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Legal IT Group

MARCH 21, 2023

Therefore, a logical question arises: what should an employer know about the use of personnel monitoring tools in order not to violate the requirements of personal data protection legislation? Justifying the need for monitoring The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) does not prohibit surveillance of employees in the workplace.

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CaseFox

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

In 2023, it’s crucial for big & small law firms to adapt to law tech. Compliance Finally, legal tech can help firms ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. For example, tools for managing data privacy and security can help firms to comply with data protection laws.

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Technology Law Dispatch

APRIL 27, 2023

Digital Markets Act: Developments since its proposal Following the European Commission’s initial proposal of the Digital Markets Act (DMA) in December 2020, its adoption by the European Parliament in March 2022 and the entry into force on November 1, 2022, the DMA will finally apply from May 2, 2023.

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Rocket Matter

DECEMBER 17, 2024

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