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New Changes to GDPR Proposed: An Indication of Shifting Policy Priorities?

The European Commission’s proposed amendments to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) mark the first substantive reworking of the regulation since its enactment, signaling a material shift toward economic pragmatism....more

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EU & UK AI Round-up

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The first EU & UK AI Round-up, published on 15 January 2025, discussed the important regulatory updates affecting the AI ecosystem in both the EU and the UK that occurred towards the end of 2024. Notably since that update,...more

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European Commission clarifies key concepts of the Data Act in updated FAQs

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On February 3 2025, the European Commission published an updated version of the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the Regulation (EU) 2023/2854 on harmonised rules on fair access to and use of data (Data Act). Key...more

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EU Commission announces intention to withdraw AI Liability Directive and ePrivacy

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On February 11 2025, the European Commission (the EU Commission) released its 2025 work programme in which it published its AI and privacy initiatives for 2025 (the Work Programme) in order to boost competitiveness, enhance...more

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What Is an AI System? The EU Offers a Formula

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The European Commission recently issued a formula for identifying Artificial Intelligence Systems: Machine-based system- Designed to operate with varying levels of autonomy- •Some degree of independence of actions from...more

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The EU Competitiveness Compass and AI regulation: competitive edge, ethical core

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A critical look, under the lens of AI, at the main proposals of the European Commission's Competitiveness Compass, both against its goals and the broader EU legal framework. The Competitiveness Compass unveils a nuanced...more

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EU AI Act’s Ban on Prohibited Practices Takes Effect

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The first compliance deadline set out in the European Union (EU)’s Regulation (EU) 2024/1689, or the EU AI Act, took effect on February 2, 2025. ...more

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EDPB calls for alignment between GDPR and EU digital legislation; adopts draft Guidelines on data transfers to third country...

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On December 2 – 3 2024, the European Data Protection Board (EDPB) met for its 99th plenary session. It subsequently issued several documents, one of which calls for the need for greater alignment between the GDPR and EU...more

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EU Emergency Response Update – Key Policy & Regulatory Developments No. 115

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This regular alert covers key regulatory developments related to EU emergency responses, including in particular to Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, COVID-19, and cyber threats. It does not purport to provide an...more

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AI Act published in EU Official Journal to enter into force on 1 August 2024

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On 12 July, 2024, the Regulation (EU) 2024/1689 laying down harmonised rules on artificial intelligence (the ‘EU AI Act’) was published in the official Journal of the European Union. The EU AI Act aims to establish a...more

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GDPR Day 2024: A Look at Past, Present and Future Developments in the UK

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May 25th marked six years since the General Data Protection Regulation has been in effect. Since it was implemented, GDPR has been regarded as the gold standard for data protection legislation across the world....more

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GDPR Compliance: What is Privacy Shield 2.0?

Four years ago, the European Union (“EU”) began enforcement of the General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”). The GDPR is a comprehensive data privacy law enacted to create a standardized and cohesive data privacy framework...more

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Covid-19 Key EU Developments, Policy & Regulatory Update No. 81

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COMPETITION & STATE AID - Competition- European Commission ramps up home searches of employees of companies suspected of potential competition breaches - On 5 April 2022, Maria Jaspers (Director of Cartel Directorate, DG...more

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Data Transfer to the US: Is Privacy Shield 2.0 in the Making?

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The European Commission and the United States have announced a new data transfer mechanism, following the invalidation of Privacy Shield in July 2020. - Background - As data privacy experts may remember, in July 2020...more

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COVID-19 Key EU Developments, Policy & Regulatory Update No. 80

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COMPETITION & STATE AID - State Aid - European Commission adopts Temporary Crisis Framework to support economy in context of Russia's invasion of Ukraine - On 23 March 2022, the Commission adopted a Communication on a...more

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Covid-19 Key EU Developments, Policy & Regulatory Update No. 76

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COMPETITION & STATE AID - Mergers - DG COMP COVID-19 website and mailbox for informal guidance - DG COMP has established a dedicated COVID-19 website. The website includes a dedicated mailbox...more

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COVID-19 Key EU Developments, Policy & Regulatory Update No.72

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COMPETITION & STATE AID - Competition- European Commission expresses views on IAG’s (aborted) intended acquisition of Air Europa, including in light of impact of COVID-19 restrictions - On 16 December 2021, the...more

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COVID-19 Key EU Developments, Policy & Regulatory Update No. 71

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COMPETITION & STATE AID - Competition - Executive Vice President and Competition Commissioner Margrethe Vestager speaks at U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Transatlantic Business Works Summit. ...more

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COVID-19 KEY EU Developments, Policy & Regulatory Update No. 70

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COMPETITION & STATE AID - State Aid - European Commission adopts revised Guidelines on State aid to promote risk finance investments- On 6 December 2021, the Commission published its Communication on Guidelines on...more

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COVID-19 Key EU Developments, Policy & Regulatory Update No.69

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COMPETITION & STATE AID - State Aid - European Commission publishes revised Communication on State aid rules for Important Projects of Common European Interest (IPCEI). On 25 November 2021, the Commission published a...more

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COVID-19 Key EU Developments, Policy & Regulatory Update No. 68

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COMPETION & STATE AID - European Commission adopts Communication on a Competition Policy Fit for New Challenges - On 18 November 2021, the European Commission adopted a Communication on a Competition Policy Fit for New...more

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COVID-19 Key EU Developments, Policy & Regulatory Update No. 66

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Competition - European Commission comments on the future of competition policy - On 29 October 2021, Executive Vice-President and Competition Commissioner Margrethe Vestager provided remarks on the future of competition...more

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COVID-19 Key EU Developments, Policy & Regulatory Update No. 64

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European Commission adopts Communication on Energy Prices to tackle exceptional rise in energy prices - On 13 October 2021, the Commission adopted a Communication on Tackling Rising Energy Prices: a Toolbox for Action and...more

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COVID-19 Key EU Developments, Policy & Regulatory Update No. 63

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State Aid - European Commission consults on proposed amendments to General Block Exemption Regulation - On 6 October 2021, the Commission opened its consultation with Member States and interested parties to comment on...more

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COVID-19 Key EU Developments, Policy & Regulatory Update No. 62

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European Commission consults Member States on future of State aid Temporary Framework - On 30 September 2021, the Commission launched its consultation with Member States on a draft proposal to prolong the State aid...more

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