Kevin O'Keefe

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

We also didn’t have citizen journalism platforms enabling lawyers and law firms to openly publish insight on the implications of matters such as AI. When AI hit last year, law firms started publishing about AI, perhaps like no other subject before. On blogs, on websites, via contributed articles and more.

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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. Bossware and the rules for processing personal data As a rule, the operation of bossware will involve the processing of employee personal data.

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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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Technology Law Dispatch

AUGUST 2, 2023

The Summer 2023 Edition of the quarterly IT & Data Protection Newsletter by Reed Smith Germany has just been released: English version German version This edition covers the following topics: New adequacy decision for EU-U.S. data transfers CJEU: Requirements for GDPR damage claims CJEU: Lawfulness of processing in case of Art.

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Legal IT Group

APRIL 2, 2025

The practical problem is finding the balance between business using technology to get benefits from personal data and actual real control of the personal data by the data subjects. Definition of personal data 1.2. Rights of data subjects 1.4. Social media advertising, based on personal data 2.2.

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Legal IT Group

APRIL 2, 2025

Internet of Things and General Data Protection Regulation. Under this article, I would like to emphasize its main GDPR requirements concerning IoT. Design considerations Privacy and data protection measures for IoT should be addressed at the design stage. Is it applicable? For sure, yes.

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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. Standard Contractual Clauses).

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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 9, 2021

Organisations would be able to use this for data transfers from the UK; and a TRA will be needed if an organisation is making a restricted transfer (defined and opinions solicited in the TRA consultation ) and wants to rely on a transfer tool under Article 46 of the UK GDPR.

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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

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

MARCH 11, 2021

There were a few European data protection developments in February that companies may want to have on their radar. What to do: As we reported previously there is increasing convergence between European data protection and competition law enforcement. We cover those developments (and more) below.

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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 million for various breaches of the GDPR and Spanish e-privacy laws, topping the €6 million CaixaBank penalty from earlier this year. €4

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Debevoise Data Blog

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Subject access requests : The possibility that companies responding to data subject access requests from individuals will have to provide copies of entire documents containing their personal data, rather than only extracts. The court concluded that the legitimate interest could have been furthered through less intrusive means.

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Debevoise Data Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2022

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

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. Apparently not.

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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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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

JANUARY 21, 2021

In this post, we look back at the 2020 European data protection landscape and five trends that help companies understand not only where we are, but where data protection enforcement, litigation, and practice may be headed. million against Marriott for its 2018 data breach When you dig deeper though, two key points emerge.

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Inside Privacy

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

They raise various questions under regulatory and data protection and data security laws. The DiGA Regulation imposes specific data protection and data security requirements on health apps (in addition to safety, functionality, quality and interoperability requirements). 26 of the GDPR.

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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

AUGUST 5, 2021

European Data Protection Roundup – July Key takeaways from developments this July include: a blockbuster €746 million fine against Amazon – the largest ever GDPR penalty – showing the Regulation’s teeth; the challenges of GDPR-compliant facial recognition, after a Spanish supermarket chain was fined €2.5

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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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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

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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Debevoise Data Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

As covered in our Annual Review , 2020 was a blockbuster year for European data protection. However, the surveillance system was deemed to be neither limited to a specific period, nor to specific employees, as required by local law. If January is anything to go by, 2021 will be the same. CJEU Opinion clarifies the one-stop-shop.

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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 law firm management guide examines key strategies and tools that drive efficiency, enhance client satisfaction, and support sustainable growth.

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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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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. Engaging a processor with GDPR certification can also help a controller demonstrate its compliance with Article 28 of the GDPR.

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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. Standard data protection (or contractual) clauses ( SCCs ) are the most common safeguards.

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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

JANUARY 4, 2023

Those who process personal data of EU residents should comply with the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation or GDPR. In this article, we will explain what companies that have already entered or are entering the EU market in 2023 should pay attention to. But the details may vary.

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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. As a reminder: What is the code of conduct, and why is it needed?

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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

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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Inside Privacy

APRIL 12, 2023

These requirements cover a wide range of issues that are frequently debated in relation to the governance of generative AI globally, such as data protection, non-discrimination, bias and the quality of training data.

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