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In the event of a data leak at the processor, the controller is liable.

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Failure to monitor processors: BGH extends liability of the controller

A recent ruling by the Federal Court of Justice (BGH) provides clarity regarding non-material damages pursuant to Art. 82 GDPR in the event of a data leak at a former processor.

January 14, 2026

This questionnaire systematically guides you through the three-stage exam and explains how to implement it with practical examples.

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Three-step test for determining legitimate interest: these questions are crucial

This list of questions systematically guides you through the three-stage test and uses practical examples (including direct advertising, video surveillance) to show how a robust balancing of interests can be structured, documented and presented in the

January 8, 2026

Compliance with transparency and information requirements will be the focus of GDPR audits in 2026.

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GDPR audit priorities for 2026: Transparency and information obligations in the focus of the authorities

The European Data Protection Board's coordinated enforcement action 2026 focuses on the transparency and information obligations under Articles 12, 13, and 14 of the GDPR. What this means in concrete terms for

January 5, 2026

How companies can use proctoring in a legally compliant manner.

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Proctoring in the application process: Admissibility under data protection law according to the GDPR

Is proctoring in the application process compliant with data protection regulations? Find out which GDPR requirements apply and how companies can use proctoring in a legally compliant manner.

December 18, 2025

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ECJ: Newsletters possible without consent – these are the conditions

In its judgment C‑654/23, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) provides clear guidelines on the interpretation of the term „direct marketing“ within the meaning of the ePrivacy Directive and on the relationship between the

November 21, 2025

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Data protection authorities review AI use: companies must answer these 7 questions now

A few companies are currently receiving letters from data protection supervisory authorities regarding the use of AI tools. The supervisory authorities apparently want to obtain an up-to-date overview of the use of artificial intelligence in companies.

November 19, 2025

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GDPR reform: These are the planned changes to cookie banners

As part of the „Digital Omnibus“, the EU Commission is planning a far-reaching reform of the General Data Protection Regulation, which particularly affects the rules for online tracking and cookie banners. We present the

November 13, 2025

New EU guidelines: How DMA and GDPR interact with each other.

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DMA and GDPR in interaction: Joint guidelines from the EDPB and the EU Commission

What is the relationship between the Digital Markets Act (DMA) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)? The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) and the European Commission have issued joint guidelines on this issue

October 22, 2025

Reporting obligations for serious AI incidents

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Serious AI incidents: Planned EU guidelines on reporting obligations set new standards for AI compliance

At the end of September, the European Commission launched a public consultation on guidelines and a reporting form for "serious AI incidents" in accordance with the AI Regulation. The aim is to,

October 8, 2025

The EGC has confirmed the EU-US Data Privacy Framework.

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EGC confirms EU-US Data Privacy Framework: What companies must now consider

The European Court of Justice has dismissed the action against the adequacy decision between the EU and the US, thus confirming the validity of the EU-US Data Privacy Framework

September 4, 2025

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