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New Consent Requirement for Swiss Traffic: Google's Policy Expansion

Starting July 31, 2024, Google is expanding its EU User Consent Policy to encompass users in Switzerland. This update builds upon Google’s original EU User Consent Policy, which saw minor revisions on May 25, 2018, and further adjustments on October 31, 2019, to accommodate the UK’s evolving relationship with the European Union.

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EU-Japan Agreement: Council Approves Data Flow Facilitation Protocol

The Council of EU has officially approved a protocol aimed at facilitating the flow of data between the European Union and Japan. This protocol represents a big step forward in securing closer economic ties and collaboration between these two dynamic regions.

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Navigating Data Privacy: 'Consent or Pay' Models and the Path Forward

The recent Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) ruling on Meta’s data processing practices has sparked uncertainty among many companies. In response to this, Meta introduced a pay-or-consent model, raising concerns about data privacy compliance and sparking broader discussions on targeted advertising and user privacy. Here are some key takeaways:

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GDPR Compliance in AI: Essential Tips from CNIL's Latest Guidance

The French Data Protection Authority (CNIL) released a set of recommendations which provide both legal and technical explanations between the GDPR and artificial intelligence (AI) to ensure the protection of personal data while developing AI systems.

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Landmark US Privacy Bill Unveiled: A Leap Forward for Digital Privacy Rights

Last week, two influential members of the U.S. Congress unveiled a draft bipartisan, bicameral federal privacy bill, in a crucial step forward for safeguarding individuals’ privacy rights in the digital era.