The European Consumer Organisation published its position regarding harmonized cross-border enforcement the EU General Data Protection Regulation. As EU institutions consider new harmonization rules, the BEUC recommended complaint systems be accessible and easy for consumers to use while allowing consumers the right to be heard during complaint decisions.Full story
Brazil's data protection authority, the Autoridade Nacional de Proteção de Dados, is looking to partner with institutions that can provide consulting services for its Experimental Regulatory Environment in AI and Data Protection Regulatory Sandbox. Applicable organizations can submit proposals to the ANPD by 24 Jan. 2025.Full story
The committee of Independent German Federal and State Data Protection Supervisory Authorities published guidance for the lawful use of cookies and similar technologies under the EU General Data Protection Regulation and the ePrivacy Directive.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the country's plan to require social media companies to verify users' age through government identification will include privacy protections, Reuters reports.
The California Privacy Protection Agency announced the opening of a formal public comment period for proposed rulemaking for cybersecurity audits, risk assessments, automated decision-making technology and insurance companies obligations under the California Consumer Privacy Act, as well as updating existing regulations. The public comment period ends 14 Jan. 2025.
Luminos.Law Research Associate Natalie Linero discusses how various regulators are approaching AI in the context of patent law. The technology creates challenges for patent law and intellectual property protections as regulators consider what fits into the current standards.Full story
It's unclear what might be in store for EU digital regulatory priorities as the European Commission transitions to a new term and a new slate of commissioners.
The U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology released the initial public draft of its Privacy Workforce Taxonomy, which will be open for public comment through 17 Jan. 2025.
While many have pushed for AI safeguards, regulations including the EU AI Act's Code of Practice could struggle to ensure the diverse needs of stakeholders are met. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati's Yann Padova and Sebastian Thess detailed the potential challenges the EU AI Act's Code of Practice could face during its development.Full story
Italy's data protection authority, the Garante, issued a 5 million euro fine to Foodinho for allegedly processing sensitive personal data, including geolocation data, of employees during and after work hours.