Privacy Transformation - Issue 50

PRIVACY

GDPR at risk of failing due to underfunding of regulators, study finds

GDPR at risk of failing due to underfunding of regulators, study finds

Digital privacy regulations introduced in Europe nearly two years ago are in danger of failing because regulators have not been properly resourced, a new report claims.

There are similar stories this week in both Wired (Germany says GDPR could collapse as Ireland dallies on big fines) and the New York Times (Europe’s Privacy Law Hasn’t Shown Its Teeth, Frustrating Advocates) on foot of a report published by Brave (Europe’s governments are failing the GDPR).

Concerns over timing of opt-out 'publicity campaign' for genomics research

Concerns over timing of opt-out 'publicity campaign' for genomics research

Researchers are worried that affected patients and families will not see notices for commercially linked study.

EDPS: Carrying the torch in times of darkness

EDPS: Carrying the torch in times of darkness

The outbreak of Covid-19 is affecting our lives at an unprecedented pace. It is testing the resilience of our societies as we respond to this global crisis and try to contain its consequences, both in the short and in the long run.

CONTACT TRACING APPS

Contact tracing phone app to be introduced next month

Contact tracing phone app to be introduced next month

A mobile phone app to assist with the process of contact tracing will be introduced here next month. The HSE said people will have to opt-in to use the app and discussions about how it will operate are continuing with the Data Protection Commissioner.

Germany rejects centralised data storage for coronavirus tracing app

Germany rejects centralised data storage for coronavirus tracing app

Decision to support app that will itself store key data marks U-turn after privacy concerns.

Contact tracing apps pose ethical conundrum

Contact tracing apps pose ethical conundrum

Ahead of the release of a contact tracing app to fight the coronavirus, the National Advisory Commission on Biomedical Ethics has published recommendations on how to use the tool ethically in Switzerland.

DATA BREACH

GDPR Compliance Site Leaks Git Data, Passwords

GDPR Compliance Site Leaks Git Data, Passwords

Researchers discovered a .git folder exposing passwords and more for a website that gives advice to organizations about complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) rules.

ENFORCEMENT

Swedish Data Protection Authority issues fine against the National Government Service Centre

Swedish Data Protection Authority issues fine against the National Government Service Centre

The Swedish Data Protection Authority imposes an administrative fine of 200,000 Swedish kronor (approximately 18,700 euro) on the National Government Service Centre for failing to notify affected parties as well as the Data Protection Authority about a personal data breach in due time.

COURTS, JUDGEMENTS & OPINIONS

Use of CCTV footage in disciplinary proceedings breached employee's data protection rights

Use of CCTV footage in disciplinary proceedings breached employee's data protection rights

In Doolin v DPC , the High Court held that an employer's use of CCTV footage in an employee's disciplinary proceedings constituted unlawful further processing.

GUIDANCE

ENISA: Tips for selecting and using online communication tools

ENISA: Tips for selecting and using online communication tools

ENISA offers some practical advice to SMEs with regard to the security and privacy aspects that should be considered upon the selection and use of online communication tools.

RESOURCES

Zooming in on video conferencing privacy policies

Zooming in on video conferencing privacy policies

Video conferencing tools and other remote means of communication make this possible, transforming our homes into our offices.

*Privacy Not Included: A Buyer’s Guide for Connected Products

*Privacy Not Included: A Buyer’s Guide for Connected Products

Video Call Apps: More and more people now rely on video call apps to stay connected during the coronavirus pandemic. We reviewed the privacy and security of some of the most popular apps to help you make smart decisions on what to use to work remotely, chat with friends and family, and connect with your doctor.