New EU cybersecurity rules proposed
The proposed rules introduce mandatory cybersecurity requirements for products with digital elements….
Miscellaneous
General Court largely confirms Commission’s decision in Google infringement case
However, the General Court considers that to reflect the seriousness and duration of the infringement, the fine on Google should be €4.125 billion….
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Irish Data Protection Commission announces decision in Instagram inquiry
The EDPB has also published its decision….
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Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II – 1926 – 2022
The Society for Computers and Law is deeply saddened by the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. We send our condolences to her Family and those around the world who are mourning her loss. The Queen’s dedication to service and her grace and dignity even in the most challenging of times is an example…
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Belgian Market Court refers preliminary questions to the CJEU in IAB Europe cookie case
The questions concern IAB Europe’s status as a (joint) controller, and whether the “TC String” can be considered personal data….
ICO publishes draft guidance on privacy enhancing technologies
PETs are technologies that embody fundamental data protection principles by minimising personal data use, maximising data security, and/or empowering individuals….
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New telecoms security regulations and an accompanying draft code of practice laid
The UK government has laid new telecoms security regulations and an accompanying draft code of practice in Parliament….
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EHRC takes action to address discrimination in use of artificial intelligence
EHRC publishes guidance for public sector organisations on discrimination and AI….
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Data Protection Impact Assessments meet AI: Smart questions for building compliant AI systems that use personal data
Francesca Pole provides some useful reminders of how to design and use AI systems to comply with GDPR principles when processing personal data….
Protection of lawyers from impersonation online: the NZ approach
Fergus Whyte takes a look at a recent case in New Zealand where a lawyer found out that someone was impersonating him online….
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