Austrian DPA Rules Microsoft 365 Education Violates GDPR In a recent ruling, the Austrian Data Protection Authority (DPA) has made a significant decision regarding Microsoft 365 Education, stating that the platform breaches the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The DPA pointed out that Microsoft’s educational software involves illegal tracking practices and lacks transparency in data […]
Europe urged to seize AI opportunity through action
Europe Urged to Seize AI Opportunity Through Action Google’s Senior Vice President of Global Affairs, Kent Walker, recently emphasized the importance of streamlined EU regulations to unlock a staggering €450 billion in AI-driven economic growth. As the world becomes increasingly digitalized, the utilization of Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents a multitude of opportunities for businesses and […]
UK users lose access to Imgur amid watchdog probe
UK Users Left in the Dark as Imgur Pulls the Plug: What This Means for Data Privacy In a surprising turn of events, UK users recently found themselves unable to access the popular image-sharing platform Imgur. This abrupt change came in the midst of a watchdog probe into the platform’s data protection practices, leaving many […]
EDPB issues guidelines on GDPR-DSA tension for platforms
Navigating the fine line between the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Digital Services Act (DSA) has been a daunting task for platforms in recent times. However, the European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has now stepped in to provide much-needed guidance on this matter. In their latest set of guidelines, the EDPB has recommended […]
LinkedIn default AI data sharing faces Dutch privacy watchdog scrutiny
LinkedIn Default AI Data Sharing Faces Dutch Privacy Watchdog Scrutiny Millions of LinkedIn users have recently been warned to review and adjust their privacy settings as the platform gears up to implement a new practice of using profile data for artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms. This move by LinkedIn has caught the attention of the Dutch […]
EDPB adopts guidelines on the interplay between DSA and GDPR
Navigating the Digital Landscape: EDPB Adopts Guidelines on the Interplay Between DSA and GDPR In the ever-changing digital world, where online platforms have become the cornerstone of communication and commerce, ensuring the protection of users’ rights has never been more paramount. The recent adoption of guidelines by the European Data Protection Board (EDPB) on the […]
Cyberattack hits LNER passenger data, investigation under way
Cybersecurity Breach at LNER Exposes Passenger Data: What Happened and How Companies Can Protect Themselves In a digital age where data breaches have become all too common, the recent cyberattack on London North Eastern Railway (LNER) serves as a stark reminder of the ever-present threat to sensitive information. LNER is currently working closely with cybersecurity […]
European Commission proposes mutual data flow agreement with Brazil
European Commission Proposes Mutual Data Flow Agreement with Brazil In a significant development for international data governance, the European Commission has put forward a proposal for a mutual data flow agreement with Brazil. This move is not only aimed at strengthening economic ties between the European Union and Brazil but also reflects a commitment to […]
CNIL fines Google and SHEIN in ongoing cookie compliance crackdown
CNIL Fines Google and SHEIN in Ongoing Cookie Compliance Crackdown France’s CNIL (Commission Nationale de l’Informatique et des Libertés) has once again made headlines by levying fines against tech giant Google and popular online retailer SHEIN. This move comes as part of the CNIL’s relentless efforts to enforce digital compliance regulations, particularly focusing on the […]
France Fines Shein $176 Million Over Tracking Cookies
France Fines Shein $176 Million Over Tracking Cookies In a recent turn of events, the popular online retailer Shein has found itself in hot water with French authorities. The Commission nationale de l’informatique et des libertés (CNIL), France’s data privacy watchdog, has imposed a hefty fine of $176 million on Shein for violating user privacy […]