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With the introduction of the NIS 2 Directive, significantly more companies will have to take additional measures.

NIS 2 Directive: These companies are affected

The countdown is on! Companies will soon have to reckon with the NIS 2 Directive coming into force. One thing is certain: The obligations to implement cybersecurity measures and report cyberattacks will be extended to significantly more companies in different sectors.

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The German government has passed a new cookie banner regulation.

Cookie banner regulation adopted: What's new now!

The new regulation on consent management services should enable alternatives to "cookie banners" in future. Users will then not have to repeatedly consent to the use of cookies, but will be able to store their decisions permanently. We provide an initial overview of the regulation.

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Fines in August 2024.

The five highest fines in August 2024

The 290 million fine imposed on the ride-hailing company Uber is not the only conspicuous event in August. A fine imposed on the fashion company Uniqlo Europe shows why the negligent mistake of a single employee can be expensive for a company.

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Can unlawfully obtained evidence be used within the meaning of the Code of Civil Procedure - or are courts violating the GDPR?

Does the ZPO need a GDPR update? ECJ should decide now

An ex-employee is alleged to have sold company property without permission. The company gains access to the woman's private eBay account and then sues her for damages. Can unlawfully obtained evidence be used within the meaning of the German Code of Civil Procedure - or are courts violating the GDPR? The ECJ should now decide.

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Guidance for generative AI in the EU.

Generative AI: EDPS publishes guidance for use

The European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) recently published initial guidance on the use of generative artificial intelligence (Generative AI, GAI). It is aimed at EU institutions, but the data protection obligations it contains can also be useful for companies.

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