Legal IT Group

APRIL 2, 2025

GDPR Compliance: From theory to practice GDPR has become a real challenge for businesses. GDPR compliance is not about formalities, but about real processes. That is why GDPR compliance is not just a set of rules or documents. So what does real GDPR compliance look like? So what does real GDPR compliance look like?

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Legal IT Group

JUNE 12, 2023

Every day, more and more companies face the problem of personal data protection. As companies are increasingly scrutinised for proper data protection, it’s worth paying close attention to the latest best practices to avoid dealing with the potential negative consequences of a data breach.

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Legal IT Group

JANUARY 17, 2023

Therefore, individual states took matters into their own hands and passed local laws to protect the privacy of their residents. In this article, we will review who needs to know the new rules of the US legislation, when exactly they will come into force and what obligations these laws provide.

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Legal IT Group

JANUARY 4, 2023

Those who process personal data of EU residents should comply with the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation or GDPR. Non-compliance with GDPR may result in hefty fines and reputational losses. Moreover, it is necessary to remember that personal data processing processes are dynamic.

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Debevoise Data Blog

APRIL 14, 2025

Given that AI models require large swathes of data to operate, the GDPRs expansive definition of personal data means that many applications of AI involve complex data protection issues especially where those datasets are obtained from third-party sources.

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Inside Privacy

APRIL 28, 2023

On 29 March 2023, the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (“ICO”) published updated Guidance on AI and data protection (the “Guidance”) following “requests from UK industry to clarify requirements for fairness in AI”. AI has been a strategic priority for the ICO for several years.

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Lineal Services

APRIL 29, 2025

When Compliance Gets Complicated, So Does Risk In todays regulatory climate, investigations go far beyond fact-finding. This is especially true in complex, cross-border matterswhere regulatory regimes, languages, and data protection frameworks collide. For more information, visit lineal.com

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MatterSuite

MAY 8, 2023

Law firms are often targeted by cybercriminals due to the sensitive information they handle and the potential for financial gain. In 2020, the American Bar Association reported that over 25% of law firms had experienced a data breach, with smaller firms being particularly vulnerable. What is Cyber Security Compliance?

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Lineal Services

APRIL 22, 2025

Between the Clean Companies Act (Lei Anticorrupo) and the evolving requirements of the General Data Protection Law (LGPD), organizations operating in Brazil must do more than simply complythey must demonstrate accountability, transparency, and operational precision in the face of mounting enforcement.

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Lineal Services

APRIL 22, 2025

The New Compliance Reality: Rising Expectations, Expanding Risks European legal and compliance teams are under increasing pressure. Regulatory investigations are growing in complexity, data sources are multiplying, and enforcement is becoming more aggressive.

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Legal IT Group

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

A data protection officer ( DPO ) is a specialist who helps companies ensure compliance with international data protection laws. In a nutshell, the DPO is a key person who helps the company in all business processes to ensure compliance with the data protection law.

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Technology Law Dispatch

OCTOBER 26, 2023

On 3 October 2023, the UK Information Commissioner’s Office organised its annual Data Protection Practioner’s Conference 2023 (DPPC 2023). Any framework could be used as a baseline as long as the focus is on security as an outcome and not compliance. Supply chains were also covered.

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Technology Law Dispatch

JUNE 23, 2023

On 19 June 2023, the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has released new Guidance on Privacy-Enhancing Technologies (PETs) for Data Protection Compliance. Understanding PETs PETs are software and hardware systems that can help minimize use of personal data use while maximizing information security.

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Inside Privacy

MARCH 14, 2023

Following a report, the French supervisory authority (“CNIL”) audited two organizations carrying out medical research in early 2022 to check their compliance with these requirements. Another requirement is that patients participating in the research must receive all the information mandated by Art.

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Relativity

MARCH 13, 2025

Ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations is not only a legal obligation; it’s a critical component of maintaining customer trust and safeguarding sensitive information. In 2025, several new regulations are expected to be enacted.

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MatterSuite

JUNE 13, 2025

finding the right information can be a hassle. Co-counsel can edit or add missing information directly to the matter, ensuring accuracy and transparency. Inadequate security measures can cause a data breach, exposing all this sensitive data to the risk of being tampered with.

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Legal Tech Blog

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

New data protection laws, increasing regulation, greater risk of cyber attacks: The challenges for entrepreneurs are becoming ever greater. However, compliance can be largely automated through artificial intelligence. On September 1, a new data protection law (revDSG) has come into force in Switzerland.

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Legal IT Group

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Introduction In our previous articles , we have already drawn your attention to the Brazilian data protection legislation which is quite similar to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Also, the ANPD has shared a new form which should be used for sending security incident reports by a data controller.

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Debevoise Data Blog

AUGUST 27, 2024

Representative actions: In light of the CJEU ruling that a violation of the controller’s information obligations can be subject to a representative action, businesses should consider the potentially increased risk of litigation following GDPR breach allegations and how to respond.

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LawSites

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

20, is similar to Europe’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applies to any organization that has employees in China or does business in China. This new PIPL product asks companies a series of questions about their business and how they handle personal information from China. With companies facing a Nov.

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Legal IT Group

JUNE 5, 2023

A data protection impact assessment (DPIA) sounds like something big, complicated and problematic. DPIA stands for Data Protection Impact Assessment. A DPIA is typically conducted when a new project involving the specific processing of personal data is being implemented. Well, it is true. Let’s check.

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Legal IT Group

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Brazil’s Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados Pessoais (or LGPD), similar to GDPR, CCPA and PIPEDA, regulates personal data protection. If the company does not process personal data in Brazil but still processes data to offer or supply goods or services to Brazil, the LGPD also applies in this case.

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Legal IT Group

JANUARY 22, 2024

With this regard, it is essential to know about the privacy legislation of this country since, nowadays, most internet businesses process the personal data of their clients, and they should do it in compliance with data protection laws.

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Debevoise Data Blog

JUNE 27, 2024

Our top five European data protection developments from May are: UK guidance on ransom payments: The UK NCSC and various insurance industry bodies co-published guidance on key considerations for ransomware payments. These developments are covered in more detail below.

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Debevoise Data Blog

OCTOBER 12, 2021

million fine against Austrian Post for channelling electronic data protection-related inquiries to a web form and not offering an additional email address, irrespective of the data subject option to also use non-electronic postal mail or customer service. See , our post on what to do in light of the new EU SCCs.

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Legal IT Group

APRIL 2, 2025

Definition of personal data 1.2. Rights of data subjects 1.4. Privacy concepts and roles Technologies, most impacting on privacy and data protection 2.1. Social media advertising, based on personal data 2.2. PRIVACY PROTECTION IN THE MODERN WORLD 1.1. Such an identifier is personal data.

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Debevoise Data Blog

MARCH 11, 2021

There were a few European data protection developments in February that companies may want to have on their radar. On the regulatory front, German DPAs have set up a taskforce to conduct random checks on companies’ cross-border data transfer compliance following Schrems II. We cover those developments (and more) below.

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Debevoise Data Blog

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Our top-five European data protection developments from August are: Uber fined for personal data transfer: The Dutch Data Protection Authority fined Uber €290 million for the unlawful transfer of European drivers’ personal data to the U.S., without sufficient safeguards. ICO proposes £6.09

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Debevoise Data Blog

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Data protection & AI: In particular: (i) the French CNIL published its first set of guidance on GDPR compliance when developing AI tools; and (ii) the UK ICO issued a preliminary enforcement notice against Snap over its AI chatbot, alleging that Snap had not adequately assessed the privacy risks posed to child users of the tool.

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Legal IT Group

APRIL 2, 2025

Even though the lack of privacy measures will have the same data leakage, IoT developers still shall take all appropriate actions to protect the personal data of its users. Internet of Things and General Data Protection Regulation. Then what to consider when creating IoT devices for compliance with the GDPR?

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Debevoise Data Blog

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

The controller was also fined €9,000 for not having the proper contact information for the DPO in its privacy policy, and for using cookies without user consent. These developments, and more, covered below.

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Kevin O'Keefe

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Privacy and Data Protection: Advising on compliance with data protection laws, including GDPR in Europe and CCPA in California, especially for AI systems that process personal data. Regulatory Compliance: Assisting with compliance regarding AI-specific regulations and standards across different sectors.

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Debevoise Data Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Management will also face new overarching and specific obligations to approve, oversee and manage DORA-related compliance frameworks. While aspects of the regime, including details of incident reporting obligations, remain to be decided, the key requirements are now set.

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Debevoise Data Blog

DECEMBER 10, 2020

The big news this November was the European Data Protection Board (the “EDPB”) issuing its highly anticipated post- Schrems II data transfer guidance, followed just a day later by the European Commission’s draft updated Standard Contractual Clauses (“SCCs”) (see our blog post here ).

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Debevoise Data Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2023

For example, the Garante notes the need to incorporate data protection by design and by default principles within any AI systems used in the healthcare space. In particular, the paper recommends the use of internal data access controls, regular auditing of data security measures, and the use of data protection impact assessments.

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Debevoise Data Blog

APRIL 8, 2021

million for vendor oversight failings, unlawful cross-border transfers What happened : The AEPD, the Spanish data protection authority (“DPA”), fined Vodafone Spain €8.15 4 million was for allegedly deficient oversight of Vodafone’s data processors. Here are our highlights of what you need to know.

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Legal IT Group

JULY 5, 2023

The role of codes of conduct in protecting personal data and what you need to know about compliance (and the consequences of deciding to comply but not doing so). Why can a medical facility collect consent for data processing? The data subject’s signature will be deemed to be such express consent.

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