FaceApp says it’s not uploading all your photos The latest craze on the internet is seeing what you might look like when you’re older. Way older. FaceApp, developed by Russia-based Wireless Lab, took social media by storm practically...
Nearly a third of European firms still not GDPR compliant Accounting firm, RSM, said medium-sized businesses were “struggling to understand and implement” the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR), which came into force in May 2018. GDPR affects...
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 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 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 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...