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European Data Protection Board (EDPB)
Sixteenth EDPB Plenary Session
On December 2nd and 3rd, the EEA Data Protection Authorities and the European Data Protection Supervisor, assembled in the European Data Protection Board, met for their sixteenth plenary session. During the plenary, several topics were discussed.
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European Data Protection Board (EDPB)
Seventeenth Plenary Session of the EDPB
Art. 64 Opinions on Accreditation Requirements for Codes of Conduct Monitoring Bodies (BE, ES, FR SA), Guidelines on Connected Vehicles, Guidelines on Processing of Personal Data through Video Devices, Art. 64 Opinions on Accreditation Requirements for Certification Bodies (LU, UK), Art. 64 Opinion on Fujikura Automotive Europe Group Controller BCRs, Letter on unfair algorithms.
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"Cookie sweep"
Article 29 Working Party publishes results of survey on website cookies usage
The Article 29 Working Party has recently published the results of a survey on cookie usage of 478 websites frequently used by European citizens. According to the survey, there's improvement in information but cookies are still being set without
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New European data protection regulation
More rights for your personal data
To celebrate Data Protection Day, the Article 29 Working Party created an infographic presenting the new general data protection regulation. After 4 years of discussions at the European Union level, a final draft of the regulation has been released. It
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International transfers of personal data
The CNPD approves the BCR of Rakuten
The Rakuten Group has adopted Binding Corporate Rules, which define its global data protection policy with regard to international transfers of personal data. The purpose of these rules is to ensure that the same level of protection as in the
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Council of Europe: Saving lives, respecting data protection
Alessandra Pierucci, Chair of the Committee of Convention 108 and Jean-Philippe Walter, Data Protection Commissioner of the Council of Europe insist on the need for personal data to be protected even in the current situation and in the various areas where the measures taken to fight the pandemic and maintain business and education activities can put them at risk.
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A record number of inquiries and complaints
Publication of the 2018 annual report
The CNPD has presented its annual report with key figures for the year 2018 today at a press conference in Esch/Belval. The entry into force of the GDPR in 2018 has been accompanied by an increased awareness among professionals and individuals about data protection challenges and issues and has led to a significant increase in inquiries.
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Inaugural Conference on 11 March 2014 in the auditorium of BGL BNP Paribas
Creation of an association on data protection
The first association on privacy and data protection APDL ("Association pour la protection des données au Luxembourg") was established in Luxembourg on 23 October 2013. Its inaugural conference will be held on 11 March 2014. The APDL welcomes members from
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CNPD Course: 23 October 2018
Data Protection Basics
On 23 October 2018, the CNPD organizes new courses on the basics of data protection. These courses are aimed at “beginners”, who wish to learn basic elements of data protection law.
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27 January 2015
Meeting with Cameron Kerry
On 27 January 2015, the National Commission for Data Protection, represented by Tine A. Larsen (President) and Georges Wantz (Commissioner), met with former Acting Secretary of Commerce and General Counsel of the United States, Cameron Kerry, and former Minister of
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Decisions on the outcome of investigations
The CNPD has made public 18 decisions concerning investigations on the outcome of investigations. In accordance with Article 41 of the Law of 1 August 2018 on the organisation of the CNPD and the General Data Protection Regime, decisions on the outcome of investigations are taken by the restricted panel of the CNPD. The decisions are in principle published anonymously on its website,
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Privacy Impact Assessment
The CNPD is assisting Luxmetering with the introduction of smart meters for electricity and gas
In the field of smart metering, the CNPD is assisting the GIE Luxmetering with the implementation of their operating processes and procedures as part of a Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA). The aim of this approach is to assess the likelihood
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European Data Protection Board (EDPB)
Fifteenth EDPB Plenary session
During the fifteenth plenary session, a wide range of topics was discussed: Privacy Shield Review, Guidelines on Territorial Scope, Guidelines on Data Protection by Design & Default, Art. 64 Opinion on Exxon Mobil BCRs, Response letter to LIBE, Additional Protocol Budapest Convention.
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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
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Attention: Phishing attempt by requesting access
Several organisations have contacted the CNPD following the receipt of a request for access that seemed dubious. The CNPD immediately contacted the GovCert to check whether it is a legitimate email or a phishing attempt. It has indeed been confirmed that the demand that has come from the domain "electronicprivacy.eu" is classified as phishing.
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Publication of the annual report 2019
Publication of the annual report 2019 2019 was the first full year that the CNPD worked under the General Data Protection Regulation[1] (GDPR) and the
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The EDPB adopted its opinion on the clinical trials Q&A
Following a request from the European Commission (DG SANTE), the European Data Protection Board has adopted an opinion on the clinical trials Q&A. The opinion addresses in particular the aspects related to the adequate legal bases in the context of clinical trials, and the secondary uses of clinical trial data for scientific purposes. The opinion will now be transmitted to the European Commission.
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From 21 to 24 October in Tirana (Albania)
International Conference of Data Protection and Privacy Commissioners
The 41st International Conference of Data Protection and Privacy Commissioners took place in Tirana (Albania) from 21 to 24 October 2019.. The theme of the conference was "Convergence and connectivity: raising global data protection standards in the digital age".
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Groupe européen sur la protection des données
Le G29 adopte des FAQ concernant le "Privacy Shield"
Le G29 poursuit son travail relatif aux modalités de mise en œuvre du Privacy Shield. Il a adopté des FAQ (Foire aux questions) à destination des individus et des entreprises. Ces outils peuvent être utilisés par chaque autorité nationale de protection des données
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CNPD Course: 4 September 2018
Data Protection Basics
On 4 September 2018, the CNPD organizes new courses on the basics of data protection. These courses are aimed at “beginners”, who wish to learn basic elements of data protection law.