On September 21, 2023, the UK Information Commissioner’s Office published an opinion on the UK Government’s assessment of adequacy for the UK Extension to the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework.
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ICO and NCSC Sign Joint Memorandum of Understanding for Information Sharing
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On September 12, 2023, the UK Information Commissioner, John Edwards, and the Chief Executive of the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) of the UK, Lindy Cameron, signed a joint Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that sets forth a framework for cooperation and information sharing between the ICO and the NCSC. …
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UK ICO Encourages Use of Privacy Enhancing Technologies
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On June 19, 2023, the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (“ICO”) recommended that organizations start using privacy enhancing technologies (“PETs”) to share personal information safely, securely and anonymously. The ICO also has issued new guidance on PETs which is aimed at those using large data sets in finance, healthcare, money laundering and cybercrime. The guidance contains information on how PETs can be used to help organizations with data protection compliance and technical detail on the different types of PETs currently available.…
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UK ICO Reminds Businesses of Privacy Risks in AI
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On June 15, 2023, the UK Information Commissioner’s Office called for businesses to address the privacy risks posed by generative artificial intelligence before “rushing to adopt the technology.” …
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UK ICO Publishes New Report on Neurotechnology and Warns of “Real Danger” of Discrimination
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On June 8, 2023, the UK Information Commissioner’s Office published a new report on neurotechnology. …
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UK ICO Publishes New Guidance on Subject Access Requests
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On May 24, 2023, the UK Information Commissioner’s Office announced it published new guidance for business and employers on responding to subject access requests. …
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UK Information Commissioner Delivers Opening Remarks at European Parliament’s Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs
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On May 23, 2023, the UK Information Commissioner, John Edwards, delivered the opening remarks at the European Parliament’s Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs. …
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UK Regulators Urge Capita PLC Clients to Assess Effects of Data Breach
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On March 22, 2023, Capita PLC experienced a cyber incident which it announced in a press release on April 3, 2023 and an update on April 20, 2023. …
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The UK Data Protection Regulator Fines TikTok £12.7 Million
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On April 4, 2023, the data protection regulator of the UK, the Information Commissioner’s Office, issued a fine of a £12.7 million to TikTok Information Technologies UK Limited and TikTok Inc for a number of breaches of UK data protection law, including failing to use children’s personal data lawfully. …
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UK ICO Issues Updated Guidance on AI and Data Protection
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On March 15, 2023, the UK Information Commissioner’s Office published an updated version of its guidance on AI and data protection, following requests from UK industry to clarify requirements for fairness in AI. …
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