DPO FAQ: answering key data protection questions
Every organisation needs to comply with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) when it comes to personal data. However, not every organisation needs a designated data protection officer (DPO). This blog is the first of a two-part series looking at what kinds of organisations need a DPO, who is suitable to fill the role, […]
Celebrating Data Privacy Day – or is it Data Protection Day?
Each year, on 28 January, Data Protection Day is celebrated globally. Back in April 2006, the Council of Europe decided to launch a Data Protection Day and it chose to commemorate the date when the Council of Europe’s data protection convention, known as Convention 108, was opened for signature. Every 28 January, governments, parliaments, national […]
Data protection: what 2021’s trends tell us to expect in 2022
2021 was a hectic year for everyone. The data protection world was also bustling with a ton of new guidance, recommendations, case law and more for businesses to keep up with. It’s easy to lose track of all the important changes, but fear not. This blog guides you through the growing data protection and GDPR […]
Cybersecurity and Data Protection lessons from a look back at 2021
At the start of a new year, it’s natural to look ahead – though it can help to look back first. In that spirit, we’ve rounded up five of our most popular blogs from the past year. From ransomware and scams to security frameworks and employee privacy, our 2021 ‘greatest hits’ show how broad the […]
The new Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs): here’s what you need to know
The European Commission has introduced new and improved Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs). The updated concepts can be difficult to grasp, so this blog aims to clear up any confusion by explaining the differences between the old and the new. We break down the primary changes and why they were updated. Organisations that use the European […]
Trouble for TikTok: €6 billion class action claim
Social media platforms’ data protection practices are coming under increasing scrutiny, and this time it’s TikTok’s turn in the spotlight. The popular app is used by teenagers and young adults in more than 150 countries, but recent developments in the Netherlands raise issues of consumer rights and data protection. This blog will use those examples […]
Biometrics: Does GDPR mean thumbs down for fingerprint scanners in the workplace?
As physical offices reopen, providing secure access to workplaces will now be back on the agenda for many organisations. Some may feel swipe cards and lanyards are a little old school. Maybe they’re thinking about upgrading to biometric technology like fingerprint scanners as a way to improve security and convenience. But managers and business owners […]
What’s next for international data transfers after the latest developments?
Almost a year after last summer’s CJEU decision to invalidate the Privacy Shield EU-US data transfer agreement, now SCCs have been called into question as a valid safeguard for transfers to certain third countries. This blog looks at the latest developments, and evaluates what options remain open to EU businesses for data transfers. Ever since […]
GDPR trends to watch as it reaches its third anniversary
May 25 marked the third anniversary of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) coming into force. In the tradition of marking such milestones, we’ve spotted some significant trends that emerged during the past year. The first is that some clear patterns have emerged when it comes to enforcement decisions. Although the GDPR has 99 […]
A question of privacy: can I ask my employees vaccination status?
Spring is here. Restrictions are lifted (at least some of them). Vaccinations under way. International travel may not be on the cards yet, but at least we are finally able to enjoy what Ireland’s wider outdoors have to offer. All is good. Even the return to the office might be possible soon. If you are […]