Cooperation Between Data Protection and Competition Law: A Strategic Perspective

In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, the intersection of data protection and competition law is increasingly relevant. This dynamic interplay is essential for data protection professionals and privacy experts to grasp, given the expanding role of personal data as a key business asset. The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) highlights the necessity for both sets […]

Exploring Pseudonymisation under the GDPR: A Data Protection Strategy – request for input (consultation)

Data protection professionals are always in search of robust strategies to enhance privacy and security. The General Data Protection Regulation GDPR introduces and emphasizes pseudonymisation as a critical measure. As experts in the field, understanding the nuances, benefits, and implementation of pseudonymisation is vital to fulfilling data protection obligations effectively. Understanding Pseudonymisation Pseudonymisation is recognized […]

Data Breach at Volkswagen: A Privacy Wake-Up Call for Vehicle Data Management

The recent data breach at Volkswagen involving the exposure of sensitive information from around 800,000 electric vehicles has thrust vehicle privacy into the spotlight. As data protection professionals, it is vital to scrutinize the implications of such events, especially in the context of automated data collection and its impact on privacy rights. This incident involved […]