The role of biometrics in a post-GDPR world

The role of biometrics in a post-GDPR world

The role of biometrics in a post-GDPR world   The wider purpose of GDPR is to ensure businesses have put the appropriate processes and protection in place to securely manage European consumers data. However, one year on and our research has found 84%...
EDPO at the IAPP Asia Privacy Forum

EDPO at the IAPP Asia Privacy Forum

EDPO at the IAPP Asia Privacy Forum   On 15 and 16 July, EDPO attended the IAPP – Asia Privacy Forum which was very interesting. Here are some takeaways as GDPR Representatives: – Both Commissioners Tan Kian How Personal Data Protection...
Dutch DPA issues first fine for GDPR violations

Dutch DPA issues first fine for GDPR violations

Dutch DPA issues first fine for GDPR violations   The Dutch data protection authority, Authoriteit Persoonsgegevens, issued its first fine for violations of the EU General Data Protection Regulation to Haga Hospital, DutchNews.nl reports. The AP issued...
Whistleblower numbers shoot up in GDPR era

Whistleblower numbers shoot up in GDPR era

Whistleblower numbers shoot up in GDPR era   The number of informants lifting the lid on data protection-related scandals has skyrocketed over the last 12 months, RPC has concluded. Research conducted by the City law firm found a 175% rise in instances...