The European Union (EU) has positioned itself as a leader in shaping the responsible development and use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) through the landmark AI Act which was approved on 21 May 2024 by the EU Council. Departing from a one-size-fits-all approach, this new legislation prioritises a risk-based framework. It focuses regulatory efforts on AI […]
Imagine a scenario where a renowned healthcare provider like Kaiser Permanente notifies over 13 million customers of a potential data compromise due to third-party vendors. Picture individuals receiving unsettling notices detailing the exposure of their personal information, including IP addresses and browsing activity on Kaiser’s website and mobile applications. Despite the absence of financial data […]
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The European Union has pioneered in establishing a legal framework for artificial intelligence with the inception of the EU Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act), marking a milestone as the world’s inaugural legislation aimed at regulating this dynamic field [1]. Initiated by the European Commission in April 2021, the AI Act represents a significant step towards […]
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In our recent exploration of transatlantic data flow post-EU Adequacy Decision – Don’t Get Caught Out: How US Companies Can Comply with the GDPR after the Adequacy decision from the EU, we delved into the impact on US companies, categorizing them into three groups.Now, let’s dive into the intricacies of the EU-US Data Privacy Framework […]
What are the similarities and differences between GDPR and the data protection regulations enacted in African countries? We look at the situation in Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa. Data doesn’t stop at national borders. It’s a global concern, which makes it crucial for businesses operating in diverse markets to understand regional data protection laws. In […]
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Hi All, If you have ever been through a GDPRLocal training course you will [hopefully] remember that talking about Accountability is a topic that is discussed about. Accountability is one of the key principles in data protection law – it makes you responsible for complying with the legislation and says that you must be able to […]
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CCTV In general, CCTV is directed at viewing and/or recording the activities of individuals. Therefore, most uses of CCTV by organisations or businesses will be covered by the DPA. The ICO has also issued a code of practice that provides recommendations on the use of CCTV systems to help organisations comply with the DPA. CCTV […]
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Data protection and marketing are so closely interconnected that no marketing plan involving data can move forward without getting data protection right. GDPR – General Data Protection Regulation – and PECR – Privacy and Electronic Communication Regulations – are regulations concerning data protection that marketers must familiarise themselves with. The two regulations are complementary, indeed […]
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With all that’s changed in the world, the arrival of the third anniversary of the General Data Protection regulation may seem trivial, even irrelevant. But dismissing it would be a mistake. This is actually an opportune moment to take stock of what effect it’s had on data protection and whether your organization has managed to […]
Following the UK’s departure from the European Union, these are the latest updates on how this affects GDPR and the sensitive issue of data protection. Overview of the current situation: The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has been retained in UK law and will continue to be read alongside the Data Protection Act 2018, but […]
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