Data
Data is a plural of datum, which is originally a Latin noun meaning “something given.” – Dictionary.com
Update on Data Protection in the EU this week
The EDPS’ pilot of the Open Source Software Nextcloud, LibreOffice Online and suspension of using of TikTok on the EC staff’s devices.
UK lawsuit: Experian v. Information Commissioner
On February 20, 2023 the UK’s First Tier Tribunal released its decision on Experian v. Information Commissioner (ICO).
German Court on police using automated data analysis
The German Federal Constitutional Court found the legislation authorising the police automated personal data analysis unconstitutional.
ASEAN: Data Management and Flow
ASEAN Data Management Framework and Model Contractual Clauses for Cross Border Data Flows adopted by the First Digital Ministers’ Meeting.
Australia Gov: Privacy Act Review Report
The Australian Attorney General released the Privacy Act Report, summarising the extensive consultation and review of the Privacy Act 1988
SEC Proposal of revision to Privacy Act regulations
On February 14, 2023, the US Securities and Exchange Commission released its proposed amendment to the Commission’s Privacy Act Regulations.
French Council of State on anonymisation of medical documents
On February 8, 2023, the French Council of State specified the distinction between pseudonymisation and anonymisation of patient identity.
EU: Update on Data Act and Data Governance Act
Adoption of draft legislation of the Data Act and French Data Protection Authority’s economic research of the Data Governance Act.
The Court of Justice of the EU: DPO and conflict of interest
The CJEU affirms that DPOs can maintain other tasks and duties within their role provided that there is no conflict of interest.
Update from the UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office
ICO changed the application of regulations on communication service providers, provided the resources to improve the freedom of information.
France: Guidance on personal data protection for recruiters
French Data Protection Authority (CNIL) published a guidance of recruitment process to comply with personal data protection regulations.