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GDPR in Practice: Key Insights and Recommendations from the FRA's Latest Report
The European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA) recently published a comprehensive report on GDPR implementation, highlighting areas for improvement.
The European Commission Established an AI Office to Advance EU Leadership in Reliable and Safe AI
Today, the establishment of the AI Office was announced by the European Commission. It was developed to reduce risks, maximize societal and economic benefits, and improve AI development, deployment, and use.
European Council Officially Approves First-Ever Global AI Regulations
The AI Act will be officially published soon and will take effect two years after its publication. This timeframe is important for businesses to build full compliance with the new regulations. Companies are urged to stay informed and prepare for potential future regulatory updates that may impose even stricter requirements.
New Consent Requirement for Swiss Traffic: Google's Policy Expansion
Starting July 31, 2024, Google is expanding its EU User Consent Policy to encompass users in Switzerland. This update builds upon Google’s original EU User Consent Policy, which saw minor revisions on May 25, 2018, and further adjustments on October 31, 2019, to accommodate the UK’s evolving relationship with the European Union.
EU-Japan Agreement: Council Approves Data Flow Facilitation Protocol
The Council of EU has officially approved a protocol aimed at facilitating the flow of data between the European Union and Japan. This protocol represents a big step forward in securing closer economic ties and collaboration between these two dynamic regions.