In the era of digital health and artificial intelligence, we are witnessing an unprecedented ability to collect and analyze personal data for health insights. One emerging area of interest is the use of voice data as a health indicator. While this technology holds promise for early detection and monitoring of various health conditions, it also […]
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Privacy and AI: Schufa algorithm condemned by the CJEU
In December 2023, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) issued Judgement C-634/21 on the Schufa case. This landmark ruling is set to shape the GDPR-friendly approach to future AI-based businesses. At a pivotal moment where AI takes center stage in the European Institutions’ agenda, with efforts towards the adoption of the renowned […]
CJEU rules on Right of Access and first copy of personal data: what companies should know
The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) issued a recent ruling in case C-307/22, highlighting important considerations regarding the extent of the right of access under Article 15 of the GDPR. This ruling carries significant implications for companies that process personal data under the GDPR. It asserts that the GDPR right of access […]
Art. 9 GDPR: What counts as special categories of personal data?
In its judgment of August 1, 2022, the CJEU extended the scope of application of Art. 9 GDPR to “indirectly sensitive data” following a referral from a Lithuanian Administrative Court (Case C 184-20). This ruling is being widely discussed in the data protection world, as it has the potential to have a big impact on […]
The CJEU rules in favour of Schrems and invalidates Privacy Shield Decision
In a landmark ruling (‘Data Protection Commissioner v Facebook Ireland and Maximilian Schrems’)[1], the CJEU invalidated the Privacy Shield Decision[2], whereby the Commission had determined that the United States ensured an adequate level of protection for personal data transferred from the Union to organisations in the US. Many organisations involved in transborder data transactions will […]