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The new EU standard contractual clauses (New EU SCCs) came into force on 27 September 2021 for the transfer of personal data from the EEA to third countries under the EU General Data Protection Regulation (EU 2016/679) (GDPR). The European Commission Implementing Decisions ((2001/497/EC) and (2010/87/EU)) which incorporated the previous standard contractual clauses (Old EU SCCs), were repealed on that day. Read more
New security assessment rules, which are applicable to the transfer of both important data and personal information outside of China, have been issued for public consultation. Read more
In its judgment this morning the Supreme Court has overturned the Court of Appeal's decision in the high profile Lloyd v Google case, which would have opened the floodgates for class actions for compensation for loss of control of personal data to be brought on behalf of very large numbers of individuals without identifying class members: Lloyd v Google LLC [2021] UKSC 50. Read more
Following a stay of proceedings to pursue ADR, a number of the claims being pursued as part of the Group Litigation known as the British Airways Data Event Group Litigation (the “BA GLO”) have now been settled. We last updated on the procedural developments in this case in February 2021, when a ruling was given … Read more
There is no hiding from the fact that technology is changing the landscape of dispute resolution. Our latest podcast series “Revolution or evolution?” explores where, how and why this is happening. Episode 1 “Fences and ambulances” talks about IT contracts and key themes we encounter when things don’t turn out as planned and parties find … Read more
The European Commission has proposed a legal framework on AI to ensure that EU citizens can trust AI. It is essential reading for all business using or contemplating the use of AI systems. Read more
UK Regulators will be working more closely together in future to oversee digital markets.
Concerns about tech have increased during the pandemic with a sharp increase in cyber crime and the use of data collected during the pandemic causing concern amongst citizens. Data has become a more contentious area. Read more
This e-bulletin summarises the latest developments in cybersecurity and data protection in China. We focus on four areas: regulatory, enforcement, industry and international developments. Our Highlights Whilst the MIIT continues to crack down on mobile applications that infringes individuals’ interests in personal information, four ministries jointly issued the regulations setting out the scope of personal … Read more
This e-bulletin summarises the latest developments in cybersecurity and data protection in China. We focus on four areas: regulatory, enforcement, industry and international developments. Our Highlights The financial regulators have continued to increase their efforts to develop and protect financial data. The People’s Bank of China released new standards on enhancing the data capability of … Read more
