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How to prevent Freedom of Information - Budget cuts
preventing the OIC from defending its position in Court
May 17, 20241 min read


EU's AI Act -- almost ready to go
The EU’s Artificial Intelligence Act is close to becoming law.
May 8, 20241 min read




What are the limits to Data collection - case in point
GDPR and data minimization; and purpose limitation; CJEU Decision.
Apr 25, 20241 min read


Microsoft, Meta and Google are snapping up small AI players
Microsoft, Meta and Google are snapping up small players in the burgeoning AI industry
Apr 20, 20241 min read


Data Protection Alert: EDPS's Bold Move Against the European Commission's Microsoft 365 Usage
In a landmark move on March 11th, 2024, the European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) issued a stark warning to the European Commission regarding its use of Microsoft 365. After a thorough investigation, the EDPS found multiple violations of EU data protection laws, specifically Regulation (EU) 2018/1725. This regulation is the cornerstone of data protection for EU institutions, bodies, offices, and agencies, ensuring the privacy and security of personal data within the EU a
Mar 11, 20242 min read


Europe Implements Sweeping Tech Regulations: What You Need to Know
In a groundbreaking move, Europe has rolled out new competition rules that will reshape the digital landscape. From Apple’s app store to...
Mar 7, 20242 min read


European Digital Markets Act: March 7th, 2024 Milestone and What Lies Ahead
Today, on March 7th, 2024, Europe braces for a pivotal moment in the implementation of the Digital Markets Act (DMA). This date marks a...
Mar 7, 20242 min read


Class Action -- selling user information to Third Parties
It is alleged that Flo Health Inc. intentionally violated the privacy of people who used its App to track their reproductive cycles.
Mar 7, 20241 min read


Privacy Prevails: Supreme Court Sets New Standard for IP Address Access
March 1st, 2024 --- The Supreme Court of Canada has issued a landmark ruling regarding the privacy of IP (Internet Protocol) addresses, stating that law enforcement agencies must obtain a warrant or court order before accessing an individual's IP address.
Mar 2, 20242 min read


AI and Online Harms
The US Federal Trade Commission in its report to congress June 16, 2022, posited whether AI could solve the problem of Online Harms
Feb 28, 20242 min read


Backgrounder - Canada's Online Harms Act
On February 26, 2024, the Government of Canada introduced the Online Harms Act , legislation to make online platforms responsible for addressing harmful content. Intended to create stronger online protections for children and better safeguard everyone in Canada from online hate and other types of harmful content. It would hold online platforms, including livestreaming and user-uploaded adult content services, accountable for reducing users’ exposure to harmful content on thei
Feb 27, 20243 min read


Canada's Digital Safety Commission
The Online Harms Act would see the creation of a new Digital Safety Commission of Canada to administer the framework and to enhance online safety in Canada. A new Digital Safety Commission would:
Feb 27, 20243 min read


Generative AI: What is it? How the Canadian Government Plans to Implement it.
February 20th, 2024 --- This article discusses the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools. Defining them as technology that produces content such as text, audio, code, videos, and images based on user-input prompts.
Feb 20, 20243 min read


U.S. Lawmakers are Concerned About The Data Collection Practices with Chinese Autonomous Vehicles Within the U.S.
November 16th, 2023 A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers, including House of Representatives Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy...
Feb 19, 20241 min read


Blockchain And Data Privacy
Blockchain is celebrated for its robustness and transparency, these very features pose unique challenges in maintaining data privacy
Feb 15, 20241 min read


Regulation and Sharing of Health Data in Europe
November 29th, 2023
Nov 29, 20231 min read


Canadian Government Data Breach
November 21st, 2023 A data breach affecting Canadian government, military, and police employees may have compromised personal and...
Nov 21, 20231 min read


The International Data Transfer & The European Union:
November 16th, 2023
Nov 16, 20231 min read


U.S. Lawmakers are Concerned About The Data Collection Practices with Chinese Autonomous Vehicles Within the U.S.
November 16th, 2023 A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers, including House of Representatives Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy...
Nov 16, 20231 min read
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