Inside Privacy

APRIL 28, 2023

On 29 March 2023, the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (“ICO”) published updated Guidance on AI and data protection (the “Guidance”) following “requests from UK industry to clarify requirements for fairness in AI”. AI has been a strategic priority for the ICO for several years.

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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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Legal IT Group

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

A data protection officer ( DPO ) is a specialist who helps companies ensure compliance with international data protection laws. In a nutshell, the DPO is a key person who helps the company in all business processes to ensure compliance with the data protection law.

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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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Legal IT Group

JUNE 5, 2023

A data protection impact assessment (DPIA) sounds like something big, complicated and problematic. DPIA stands for Data Protection Impact Assessment. A DPIA is typically conducted when a new project involving the specific processing of personal data is being implemented. Well, it is true. Let’s check.

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Legal IT Group

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Brazil’s Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados Pessoais (or LGPD), similar to GDPR, CCPA and PIPEDA, regulates personal data protection. If the company does not process personal data in Brazil but still processes data to offer or supply goods or services to Brazil, the LGPD also applies in this case.

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Kevin O'Keefe

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

On blogs, on websites, via contributed articles and more. Searching some law firm sites I found thirty or forty articles on AI in these various formats over the last four or five months. Regulatory Compliance: Assisting with compliance regarding AI-specific regulations and standards across different sectors.

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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 12, 2021

million fine against Austrian Post for channelling electronic data protection-related inquiries to a web form and not offering an additional email address, irrespective of the data subject option to also use non-electronic postal mail or customer service.

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Legal IT Group

JULY 5, 2023

The role of codes of conduct in protecting personal data and what you need to know about compliance (and the consequences of deciding to comply but not doing so). Codes of conduct are referred to in Article 40 of the GDPR as a way of properly applying the GDPR. Why is adopting a code of conduct a good idea?

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Debevoise Data Blog

MARCH 11, 2021

There were a few European data protection developments in February that companies may want to have on their radar. On the regulatory front, German DPAs have set up a taskforce to conduct random checks on companies’ cross-border data transfer compliance following Schrems II. We cover those developments (and more) below.

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Debevoise Data Blog

JULY 20, 2021

Here are our highlights: European Commission adopts new Standard Contractual Clauses What happened : As reported in our blog post , the European Commission adopted its new Standard Contractual Clauses (“SCCs”) for the cross-border transfer of personal data from the EEA to “third countries”.

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Debevoise Data Blog

APRIL 8, 2021

million for vendor oversight failings, unlawful cross-border transfers What happened : The AEPD, the Spanish data protection authority (“DPA”), fined Vodafone Spain €8.15 4 million was for allegedly deficient oversight of Vodafone’s data processors. Here are our highlights of what you need to know.

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Ikigai Law

AUGUST 9, 2023

This article discusses the first step for fintechs to get ready for the new data law. 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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Debevoise Data Blog

DECEMBER 10, 2020

The big news this November was the European Data Protection Board (the “EDPB”) issuing its highly anticipated post- Schrems II data transfer guidance, followed just a day later by the European Commission’s draft updated Standard Contractual Clauses (“SCCs”) (see our blog post here ).

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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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Legal IT Group

JANUARY 30, 2023

This is the amount of a fine paid by a well-known company for violating the rules of the European General Data Protection Regulation (the GDPR). In this article, you will learn about the top 7 largest fines of 2022 and the personal data practices that should be avoided in your business. What about 100,000 EUR?

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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. UK ICO provides new risk assessment tool for Article 46 transfers What happened : On 17 November 2022, the UK ICO published updated guidance on international data transfers.

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Legal IT Group

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Companies often need to transfer personal data to other countries while conducting their business operations. Since personal data is not everywhere reliably protected by law, there are plenty of requirements for its legal transfer. In this article, we share how to transfer data from the UK using recently adopted instruments.

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new tech law blog

JANUARY 2, 2023

In this regard, we describe below what they should take under consideration in light of Polish labour law and data protection law. Therefore, implementation and exploitation of such solutions by the employer (as a controller of employee data) must be done in compliance with the rules for processing of personal data under Art.

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Legal IT Group

OCTOBER 23, 2023

However, the personalized advertising ecosystem relies heavily on the personal data of users, raising questions about data protection and privacy requirements. So, what should businesses take into account to comply with data protection requirements?

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Debevoise Data Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

ICO targets the data broking industry : On 27 October, the ICO demanded that Experian make sweeping changes to data protection practices within its direct marketing business within three months or face further enforcement action. We will continue to report on developments as Experian’s appeal progresses.

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Debevoise Data Blog

MAY 7, 2021

The key development from April must be the European Data Protection Board (“EDPB”) approving the draft UK adequacy decisions from the European Commission (the “Commission”). Companies will be relieved that they are one step closer towards maintaining the seamless flow of data between the EU and the UK.

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Debevoise Data Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2023

The CMA further highlighted that transparency around the data used to train FMs is critical to reducing bias and improving accuracy of outputs, and to ensuring accountability. Two areas that have been stressed previously in the data protection compliance context.

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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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Legal IT Group

APRIL 28, 2023

In March 2023, Meta Platforms lost a class action lawsuit against the Dutch Data Privacy Stichting in an Amsterdam court, acting in conjunction with the Consumentenbond, the Dutch Consumers’ Association. The concept of necessity has an independent meaning in European Union law, which must reflect the objectives of data protection law.

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Legal IT Group

JUNE 8, 2023

This article will help you understand what to do immediately after the software engineering work is completed so that the use of AI is healthy (and does not harm the trust of concerned users). In fact, the GDPR itself forces you to disclose information about the use of AI, right in the text of several of its articles. What to change?

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Centerbase

MARCH 31, 2025

Managing a law firm requires more than overseeing cases and delegating tasksit demands a strategic approach that balances client expectations, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. This includes financial management, client communication, human resources, compliance, marketing, and technology integration.

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Centerbase

APRIL 28, 2023

Compliance is a priority for law firms. And legal software can be a key tool in helping you meet your firm’s compliance requirements. In this article, we’ll cover major compliance issues that law firms need to monitor and solutions that can reduce your risks. What online compliance risks does my law firm face?

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Debevoise Data Blog

JUNE 16, 2021

May saw useful reminders for companies, including: (i) the need to appoint an EU – and/or UK – representative if caught by the (UK) GDPR’s extraterritorial effect; (ii) that regulators are increasingly focused on adtech and cookies compliance; and (iii) that the GDPR applies not just in the EU and UK but also Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway.

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Debevoise Data Blog

JUNE 25, 2022

In light of these trends, we have also included four tips for companies seeking to establish practical compliance and governance programs related to their ADM systems. What Laws Apply to Automated Decision-Making?

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Technology Law Dispatch

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

C-453/21) , which addresses the question of the dismissal of a Data Protection Officer (“ DPO ”) and the interpretation of Article 38 of the EU GDPR. Whether Article 38(3) GDPR precluded member states from setting out further grounds for the dismissal of a DPO, beyond those laid out in the GDPR. […] 4.

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Eric Goldman

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

.] * * * The European Union’s Digital Services Act (“DSA”), a significant legislative act of 93 articles and 156 recitals, will become fully effective from this Saturday, February 17, 2024. The DSA promises to change the internet inside the EU, and likely create spillover effects outside the EU.

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Inside Privacy

OCTOBER 17, 2023

On 3 October 2023, the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (“ ICO ”) finalized its Employment practices and data protection − Monitoring workers guidance (“ Guidance ”) to account for new types of work, including work from home, and the use of more sophisticated technologies for monitoring.

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Technology Law Dispatch

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

There is more clarity on the views of the UK data protection authority on whether a “Reject All” option in the first layer of a cookie consent management solution is required. This is more likely be compliant with data protection law, as firms will be better placed to demonstrate that the user has a genuine free choice.“

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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. Sven Schonhofen , Munich – “Cookie compliance will continue to be an enforcement trend. Andreas Splittgerber , Munich – “2023 will be a landmark year for AI regulations in Europe.

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Legal IT Group

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Although we will focus on IAB Canada in this article, there is a similar regional representation in Europe. Therefore, the Transparency and Consent Framework Canada was created to help all parties in the digital advertising chain comply with Canadian data protection legislation when processing online users’ personal data.

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