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The EU's Final AI Act Draft Revealed I Crucial Updates Unveiled
Luca Bertuzzi has brought to light the final, agreed draft of the EU’s AIAct, marking a significant disclosure. EU countries received this crucial document just yesterday, setting the stage for a pivotal discussion within the Telecom Working Party, a technical body of the EU Council, slated for this Wednesday.
Congratulations to 11 Countries for Maintaining EU Data Adequacy
In a significant stride towards maintaining data security, the European Commission has concluded its review of adequacy decisions for 11 nations. These countries—Andorra, Argentina, Canada, Faroe Islands, Guernsey, the Isle of Man, Israel, Jersey, New Zealand, Switzerland, and Uruguay(🇺🇾)—remain steadfast in meeting the stringent standards outlined in the EU’s data protection legislation.
The CJEU rules on the liability of controllers
The Court of Justice of the European Union has been busy untangling the threads of GDPR in recent cases. One such notable instance is C-683/21, where a significant clarification emerged: a controller’s liability for a processor’s actions.
European Data Protection Board Endorses Cookie Pledge for Enhanced User Rights
The European Data Protection Board (#EDPB) has expressed support for the European Commission’s “cookie pledge” initiative. This move, announced during the EDPB’s latest plenary session, is a response to the European Commission’s inquiry on how this voluntary initiative aligns with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the ePrivacy Directive.
New Criteria for GDPR Fines Determined by the CJEU
• Fine Issuance Criteria: Clear parameters for when GDPR fines are applicable. • Fine Calculation Methods: A new formula to determine monetary penalties. • Joint Controllership Conditions: Guidelines for establishing shared data management responsibilities. • Fine Amounts: A structured approach to decide on penalty figures.