The third set of predictions from our expert contributors. Joanna Goodman and Chris Dale break the contribution rules – to very positive effect – and they and Jan DeCerce give their very substantial take on things to watch for in 2015 and beyond…
When Will Google Remove Google Spain?
David Chaplin reflects on his experience of dealing with a de-listing notice, and contemplates the wider implications for publishers and seekers after information…
Predictions 2015: Hard Centres
The second batch of predictions from our range of experts…
Software Patents: Court of Appeal Ruling
In a recent judgment, the Court of Appeal has supported the refusal of a patent for a computer process…
Predictions 2015: A First Dip
The first, carefully rationed, batch of predictions from our range of experts…
Encyclopedia of Data Protection Revision – An opportunity for Junior Lawyers
The Editorial Board of the Encyclopedia of Data Protection is looking for two junior members to help with the task of updating the Encyclopedia. The Board is responsible for maintaining the contents of the Encyclopedia and ensuing that it is current and relevant. It has been reviewing and updating content and plans to undertake some…
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Patent Trolls and the New EU Patent Regime
Tom Phipps considers whether the patent troll, a real risk to innovation in the USA, might come and lurk under the bridges around the EU’s new unitary patent regime…
Counter-Terrorism and Security Bill Published
The controversial Bill and related documents are now available….
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Right to be Forgotten: Article 29 Working Party Guidelines
The Article 29 Working Party has now adopted guidelines on the CJEU ruling in the Google Spain case. Most attention will be drawn to the view it expresses that the de-listing should apply to .coms and not just to EU country domains….
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Reviewing the Article 29 Opinion on IoT
The Article 29 Working Party has weighed in with an Opinion on the Internet of Things. Paul Gershlick reviews the Working Party’s work, welcomes it so far as it goes but finds it wanting…