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Regulators in Europe Signal Increased Scrutiny of Online Platforms | JD Supra

Oct 22, 2024 | jdsupra.com | Laura Brodahl |Cédric Burton |Laura De Boel

In recent months, politicians and regulators across a number of jurisdictions have called on operators of online platforms to take seriously their legal obligations to promote a safe online environment.
10 Privacy Predictions in the EU for 2024 | JD Supra

Jan 18, 2024 | jdsupra.com | Laura Brodahl |Cédric Burton |Deirdre Carroll

In 2024, businesses will continue to face an evolving landscape of privacy opportunities and challenges, including an increasingly complex data regulatory environment that extends beyond the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). With heightened scrutiny from regulators, consumers, and investors, the need to bolster privacy and data management practices has become even more important.
Weaponization of Data Subject Access Requests in the EU

Nov 28, 2023 | lexblog.com | Yann Padova |Cédric Burton |Laura De Boel |Laura Brodahl

Individuals are increasingly making use of their right to access their personal data under applicable privacy laws in the EU. It can be a challenge for companies to handle such requests, and in particular, if a request concerns a complex data set, there are a high number of requests, or the right is exercised for strategic reasons, such as in HR or legal disputes. The right of access is, however, not absolute, and its restrictions vary across Member States, adding further complexity to the matter.
Global Regulators Highlight Potential Harms of Data Scraping and Best Practices

Sep 13, 2023 | lexblog.com | Cédric Burton |Yann Padova |Laura Brodahl |Tom Evans

On August 24, 2023, some members of the Global Privacy Assembly’s International Enforcement Cooperation Working Group published a joint statement on data scraping (Statement).
Missteps in Mixing EU Data Protection and Competition Law: A Call for Boundaries

Sep 5, 2023 | lexblog.com | Cédric Burton |Deirdre Carroll |Laura Brodahl

On June 21, 2023, a request for a preliminary ruling on the scope of the term “undertaking” in Article 83(4) to (6) of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) was lodged with the Court of Justice of the EU (CJEU). This concept is critical for companies facing enforcement action as it is used as a reference point to determine the cap for GDPR fines. BackgroundThe case involves ILVA A/S, a Danish chain of furniture stores. In 2021, ILVA was fined DKK 100,000 (approx.
European Commission Proposes New Rules on Financial Data Access and Use | JD Supra

Jul 7, 2023 | jdsupra.com | Laura Brodahl |Laura De Boel |Matthew Nuding

On June 28, 2023, the European Commission (EC)publisheda Proposal for a Regulation on Financial Data Access (FIDA). FIDA aims to create a framework through which data holders (e.g., banks, credit institutions) share the financial data they hold with other players in the finance industry (e.g., fintech companies). Customers of financial institutions will be able to control i) which data is shared, ii) with whom, iii) for what purpose, and iv) for how long.
Europe Prepares for a New Era in AI Regulation | JD Supra

Jun 16, 2023 | jdsupra.com | Laura Brodahl |Laura De Boel |Tom Evans

In Europe, recent advances in artificial intelligence (AI) have given rise to intense debate over how this technology should be regulated. Companies that have developed AI tools, or who are considering implementing AI, should assess the implications of recent legislative developments and regulatory action. This alert discusses the most recent legislative and regulatory developments in Europe and identifies key steps companies should take in light of these developments.