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China's "Personal Information Protection Law" comes into force. It is intended to protect consumers' rights vis-à-vis companies. Large companies such as Tencent have already revised their data protection regulations. The law also has an impact on foreign companies. It is similar to the European data protection law in terms of the relationship between companies and customers. However, the state still exempts itself from the obligations in China.
By Frank Sieren
A new study commissioned by the Greens/EFA group shows that the use of biometric surveillance technology is increasing in the EU, despite the lack of a legal framework. The authors make seven recommendations on how the EU should regulate the controversial technology.
By Jasmin Kohl
The member states' position on the Digital Markets Act will be finalized shortly. There are still a few points of contention in the European Parliament – but compromises seem possible.
By Till Hoppe
China is using its technological expertise to exert strategic influence via technical standardization. Newly published guidelines show Beijing's current strategy: the domestic standards system is to be standardized and thus gain more international significance. The EU and Germany are still working on appropriate responses.
By Amelie Richter
In the online advertising debate, solutions that combine data protection and economic interests are in demand. Green MEP Alexandra Geese is now calling for a radical step: she wants to ban personalized advertising in the Digital Services Act.
By Redaktion Table
The negotiations for the Digital Services Act (DSA) in the European Parliament are in full swing. A total of eight committees are negotiating the proposed legislation. Opposing positions in important areas show: compromises have yet to be found.
By Jasmin Kohl
Facebook is making one negative headline after another. Following serious allegations by whistleblower Haugen, Monday night's six-hour blackout showed just how dependent our communications are on a single company. The debates about the Digital Markets Act and Digital Services Act could be significantly influenced by these developments.
By Redaktion Table