Getting the Data Protection Officer Role Right: Lessons From The GDPR And A Recent Fine

Under the GDPR, the role of the Data Protection Officer (DPO) plays a central part in how organisations are expected to govern data. Ignoring the rules on designation, independence, and support doesn’t just create theoretical risks. It can lead to penalties worth millions. What the GDPR Requires: Designation, Position, and Responsibilities of the DPO Not [...]

2025-03-26T13:30:23+01:00March 26th, 2025|Data Protection, DPO, GDPR, Uncategorized|

Scope of the GDPR: A Global Impact Beyond Borders

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is one of the most comprehensive and stringent data privacy laws globally. It aims to protect fundamental rights and freedoms of individuals, in particular the right to the protection of personal data. It is effective since 25 May 2018 and as a regulation, directly applicable in European Union (EU) [...]

2024-12-13T13:15:26+01:00December 11th, 2024|Data Protection, GDPR, Uncategorized|

Responsible Use of Biometric Data in the Workplace

There is an increasing trend in the use of biometric recognition technologies, which rely on biometric data to identify individuals. Examples of such technologies include facial recognition and fingerprint-scanning tools. By implementing those technologies, organisations can secure their systems, company assets, and information, from the risks of cyber-attacks and fraud. On the one side, these [...]

2024-09-24T20:05:52+01:00August 16th, 2024|Data Protection, Uncategorized|

AI Act approved by the EU Parliament

Approval of AI Act: On Wednesday, 13th of March, The European Parliament approved the AI Act, marking a significant milestone in establishing comprehensive regulations for artificial intelligence. With 523 Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) voting in favor of the legislation, 46 opposing, and 49 abstaining, the AI Act has received widespread support. Risk-Based Approach: [...]

2024-09-24T20:20:33+01:00March 15th, 2024|AI, AI Act, Data Governance, Data Protection, EU Parliament|

Can Your Organisation Use AI to Recruit Employees?

Rapid and unprecedented developments in artificial intelligence (AI) technology reshaping industries and revolutionizing traditional business practices. Consequently, the integration and implementation of AI systems into organizations has become a strategic imperative for business. The future AI Act creates a regulatory framework for various sectors, including the critical topic of recruitment. Recruitment under the AI [...]