In today’s digital landscape, email marketing remains one of the most effective tools for businesses to connect with clients and partners. However, ensuring compliance with local data protection and anti-spam laws is essential to avoid legal complications. For businesses operating in or communicating with recipients in Canada, the Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL) and other data […]
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A Trip to Canada’s Data Protection Landscape
As we are entering into autumn, most people are traveling the world again. Some prefer a few quiet weeks at the beach, while others are seeking adventures climbing mountains and jumping off cliffs. Nerds like me however, like to discover the curiously wild landscape of Canada’s data protection laws. It keeps us lawyers constantly on […]
Data Protection Officer (DPO) in Singapore – obligations, role and responsibilities
The Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) of Singapore mandates organizations to safeguard the personal data they collect, use, or disclose. A key aspect of this responsibility is appointing a Data Protection Officer (DPO) or a team to ensure compliance with the PDPA. Appointing a DPO – requirements and obligations As part of the Accountability Obligation, […]
How to verify the implementation of Binding Corporate Rules? The CNIL published a monitoring tool
A number of multinational companies operating across multiple jurisdictions and sharing personal data between different countries, have adopted Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs) as a transfer mechanism under Art. 47 of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). BCRs are internal data protection compliance rules to ensure that personal data transferred between their entities, particularly from the […]
Unlawful use of facial recognition technology (FRT) at a school in Essex
The UK’s supervisory authority, the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), announced on 23 July 2024 that it had issued a warning to a school in Essex for the unlawful use of facial recognition technology – a violation of Art. 58 para. 2 lit. b UK GDPR. What happened? In March 2023, the school began using facial […]
Case Analysis: A Landmark Cross-Border Data Transfer Dispute in China
In a significant ruling that underscores the growing emphasis on personal data protection in China, the Guangzhou Internet Court recently concluded a case involving cross-border data transfer violations under the Personal Information Protection Law of the People’s Republic of China (PIPL). The case, titled (2022) Yue 0192 Min Chu 6486, saw Mr. Z, a Chinese […]
Understanding the EU AI Act: What Your Company Needs to Know
AI (Artificial Intelligence) is becoming a big part of how businesses operate. But with this technology comes new rules that companies must follow. The EU AI Act, effective since August 1st 2024, is one of these important new rules. If your company uses or develops AI, it’s important to know what this means for you. […]
Voice Data as a Health Indicator
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 […]
Swiss-U.S. Data Transfers: New Framework solves Privacy Hassles, finally!
Starting September 15, 2024, transferring personal data from Switzerland to the United States will become significantly easier, thanks to a new framework approved by the Swiss Federal Council. This marks a significant shift, allowing these data transfers to rely on an adequacy decision rather than the more complex Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs). Until this decision, […]
Can Legitimate Interest Be Used to Train an AI Model? noyb Disagrees
In August 2024, the European Center for Digital Rights (noyb), co-founded by privacy advocate Max Schrems, filed a series of complaints against X (formerly Twitter), the social media platform owned by Elon Musk. The nine complaints, lodged in nine different countries, focus on X’s use of personal data to train its Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies. […]
GDPR Breach due to Health Data Leak results in 80,000 euro fine for Private Clinic
A private clinic specializing in assisted reproductive technology (ART), experienced a significant data breach due to a cyberattack. The breach compromised the personal data of approximately 400 individuals, including patients and employees. The affected data included identity, contact information, financial details, and sensitive health and genetic information. Even though the breach was detected on 21 […]
Resolution from the DSK regarding the secondary use of genetic data
Before we delve into the position paper of the Conference of Independent Federal and State Data Protection Supervisory Authorities (DSK), it is important to discuss the exceptional nature of genetic data. Genetic data, defined in Art. 4 (13) GDPR and in Recital 34 GDPR, was included within the special categories of data by the GDPR, […]
PIAs and DPIAs: A Two-Step Process to GDPR Compliance
If you work in a company in the European Union or the UK you have probably heard your fair share about data protection. From HR to Sales, personal data infiltrates almost every aspect of a company. One of the biggest tasks under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is collecting all the information required and […]
Why Canada is facing more Cyberattacks than ever
Ignorance is bliss, they say, but this is definitely not true when it comes to data protection and data security. Our daily lives revolve more and more around the online world (home office with video conferences, online banking, social media and the list goes on). This, most certainly, comes with a lot of amenities. However, […]
AI and HR – Navigating legal obligations in Europe
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping HR and recruitment practices worldwide, promising enhanced efficiency and precision. While the adoption of AI in HR is not groundbreaking news, as many large companies have relied on similar solutions for years, its undeniable benefits continue to drive organizations of all sizes towards embracing AI-powered tools. Technologies like resume screening […]