Debevoise Data Blog

JULY 30, 2024

Our top five European data protection developments from June are: Non-material damage under GDPR: The CJEU clarified the scope of compensation for non-material damage in the context of identity theft and data subjects’ fear that their personal data had been exposed. These developments, and more, are covered below.

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new tech law blog

JANUARY 2, 2023

In practice, bossware can include a variety of solutions and technologies, such as: Keyloggers monitoring the employee’s use of the keyboard on a company computer Downloading and analysis of screenshots from the employee’s business device Tracking mouse movements Constant or periodic observation of employees using the camera (e.g.

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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

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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Debevoise Data Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2023

With the Act still yet finalised and with lead in times of six or more months for key obligations once it is, several authorities in the EU, the UK and the U.S. 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.

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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 happened: CNIL has reminded businesses to audit their use of cookies and tracking technologies, ahead of the regulator’s October 2020 guidance coming into force at the end of March.

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Percipient

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

The more statistics emerge on contract management, the clearer it becomesthis process is time-consuming, complex, and critical to business success. If your team is spending weeks handling contracts, its not just slowing things downits taking valuable time away from higher-priority work. What Contract Management Tasks Can You Outsource?

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Centerbase

MARCH 31, 2025

Clients seek timely, high-quality legal services with clear communication, while attorneys and law firm administrators navigate evolving regulations, intricate trust accounting rules, and stringent data security requirements. Without a system that centralizes these processes, confusion and avoidable errors compound over time.

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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. This was bolstered by the ICO’s announcement that it is resuming investigations into real time bidding and the adtech industry that were paused in May 2020 due to COVID-19. EDPB publishes new data breach notification guidance.

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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”. What to do : For now, nothing.

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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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Debevoise Data Blog

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

GDPR one-stop-shop: Businesses wishing to take advantage of the GDPR one-stop-shop system should take note of a new digest, published by the European Data Protection Board, which analyses the decisions made by so-called Lead Supervisory Authorities in this context.

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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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Legal IT Group

APRIL 28, 2023

The concept of necessity has an independent meaning in European Union law, which must reflect the objectives of data protection law. Thus, investigating the issue of processing sensitive data for advertising purposes, the court determined in paragraph 13.14 of the Dutch Telecommunications Act. ” (para. of the judgment).

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Lineal Services

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

By shifting to RelativityOne , legal teams empower themselves to focus on strategic tasks rather than IT challenges, creating more time for impactful, data-driven decisions. RelativityOne facilitates seamless collaboration, allowing teams to work together in real-time. Why the Shift? Transitioning to RelOne: How hard is it?

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Legal IT Group

MARCH 21, 2023

At the same time, the rapid evolution of remote work over the past few years has dramatically changed how we think about work rhythms and workflows. 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?

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Debevoise Data Blog

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

While Voodoo offered an option to deactivate advertising tracking, when deactivated, Voodoo used the user’s technical identifier anyway and processed information linked to their browsing habits for advertising purposes—without the user’s consent and contrary to what was indicated to the user.

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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”). Data Privacy Framework (the “DPF”).

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Debevoise Data Blog

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

However, the increased likelihood of investigations by Russian authorities, which can be disruptive and time-consuming, coupled with potential sanctions concerns when dealing with Russian government authorities, are further reasons for companies to take note of the new requirements and to carefully assess the attendant risks.

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Legal IT Group

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

The General Data Protection Regulation, or GDPR, prohibits data controllers from forcing users to consent to personal data collection in exchange for a service. Meta Platforms allowed users to opt out of ad personalization for many years based on data from other websites and mobile apps.

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Rocket Matter

DECEMBER 17, 2024

By analyzing data on client cases, billing practices, and intake procedures, you can identify potential bottlenecks that may be hindering your firms long-term growth. For example, automating a redundant task could leave your team with more time to answer questions, respond to emails, or schedule consultations.

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Debevoise Data Blog

JUNE 16, 2021

Companies should take note of the FCO’s continued scrutiny of digital companies’ strong market position, and be mindful of the impact of their data processing from an antitrust and consumer perspective. The Federal Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information will be the sole regulator for the new Act.

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Rocket Matter

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Learn how big tech has changed the legal industry Free Guide The Small Firms Guide to Big Tech While any change in how you operate your law office can feel overwhelming, theres never been a better time to start migrating your office structures online.

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Percipient

JANUARY 23, 2025

Keeping track of contracts can feel like trying to tame chaosdetails get missed, deadlines sneak up, and the whole process eats up more time than it should. If youre ready to turn a time-consuming chore into a streamlined workflow, contract review automation could be exactly what you need. of their revenue each year.

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MatterSuite

JUNE 12, 2023

But here’s the question: How can technology empower these teams to make a genuine difference, far beyond simply keeping up with the times? Traditional paper-based systems can be time-consuming, inefficient, and prone to errors. And action holds the power to profoundly impact lives and society as a whole.

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Inside Privacy

JANUARY 14, 2024

Several EU data protection supervisory authorities (“SAs”) have recently issued guidance on cookies. On December 20, 2023, the Austrian SA published FAQs on cookies and data protection (available in German only).

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CaseFox

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

For example, document automation can significantly reduce the time and effort required to draft and review legal documents. This means that lawyers can spend more time on complex and vital aspects of their work, rather than on repetitive tasks. However, law tech can help reduce the costs associated with legal operations.

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LawSites

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Businesses spend significant time, money and effort negotiating that most-common of contracts – the non-disclosure agreement. The first time someone uses AutoNDA, it takes just a few moments for them to complete the initial set up. The first step is for the user to configure the oneNDA variables. Unlimited business user licenses.

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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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3 Geeks and a Law Blog

JULY 11, 2023

Believe it or not, it’s still about data. But today we’re focusing on how firms can do the best job possible to protect theirs and their clients. Law firms spend a great deal of time and money on security measures. I would say, you know, as an attorney and legal innovation evangelist, I like to describe myself at times.

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Liquid Litigation Management, Inc.

AUGUST 9, 2023

Traditional methods of PII removal, data anonymization, and privilege review can be both costly and time-consuming. Comprehensive Data Protection: In an era of heightened data vulnerability, protecting sensitive information is critical. Time- and Cost-Efficiency: Time is precious in the legal world.

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Inside Privacy

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

On November 16, 2023, the European Data Protection Board (“EDPB”) issued draft Guidelines 2/2023 on Technical Scope of Art. The Guidelines expand upon guidance issued by the Article 29 Working Group in 2014, and are intended to clarify when the requirement applies to new tracking methods.

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Lawmatics

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Legal software is technology specifically designed to assist legal professionals in managing the various aspects of their work – document management, case management, time tracking, billing, and more. Case management software: Manages and tracks the details of legal cases, including key dates, contacts, and case-related documents.

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Lawmatics

MAY 2, 2024

Data security and compliance: Legal intake software systems must prioritize data security and compliance with legal regulations, such as client confidentiality requirements outlined by bar associations or data protection laws. What is the Purpose of an Intake Software?

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MatterSuite

DECEMBER 12, 2024

It is important to note that there exist regulations developing specific sectors such as HIPAA in healthcare , PCI DSS security in payment cards, Protection of personal data in EU GDPR , and Protection of consumer privacy in Californias CCPA. What is Data Compliance? Why is Data Compliance Important?

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MatterSuite

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Enhanced reporting helps legal departments comprehend resource allocation, identify time-consuming activities, and pinpoint areas for efficiency improvement. Tracking Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Just like any other business function, legal operations can benefit from tracking key performance indicators (KPIs).

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Inside Privacy

APRIL 12, 2023

It will also build on the European Parliament Research Service’s briefing on these topics, focusing on the broader effect the metaverse will have on variety of regulatory fields, including competition law, data protection, finance, and life sciences.

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