Personal Data Protection

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Latest developments on the UK Data (Use and Access) Bill

In recent years the use of CCTV, especially in domestic settings, has increased exponentially.

There are now over 6 million cameras in the UK, with private Ring-type doorbells selling over 200,000 per year. Many operators are unaware that there has been a ‘Data Protection Code of Practice for Surveillance Cameras and Personal Information’ in place since the year 2000.

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UK GDPR Compliance: The ROI Behind Data Protection

In recent years the use of CCTV, especially in domestic settings, has increased exponentially.

There are now over 6 million cameras in the UK, with private Ring-type doorbells selling over 200,000 per year. Many operators are unaware that there has been a ‘Data Protection Code of Practice for Surveillance Cameras and Personal Information’ in place since the year 2000.

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Don’t go it alone: Why DIY data protection puts you at risk.

In recent years the use of CCTV, especially in domestic settings, has increased exponentially.

There are now over 6 million cameras in the UK, with private Ring-type doorbells selling over 200,000 per year. Many operators are unaware that there has been a ‘Data Protection Code of Practice for Surveillance Cameras and Personal Information’ in place since the year 2000.

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AI and data protection – The first steps in regulation

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming many aspects of business and society, prompting regulatory bodies to establish guidelines and frameworks to ensure its ethical and responsible use.  Two significant developments in AI regulation are the European Union’s AI Act and the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) guidance and resources which are the initial steps towards

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Understanding Data Incidents and Personal Data Breaches

When a “data incident” is mentioned, we tend automatically to think of a personal data breach. The ICO says that “a personal data breach can be broadly defined as a security incident that has affected the confidentiality, integrity or availability of personal data. In short, there will be a personal data breach whenever any personal

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Facial Recognition Technology (FRT) in the Education Sector

Facial Recognition Technology (FRT) has been gaining increasing attention in the UK education sector in recent years. It is being used to monitor attendance, detect security threats, and to improve the safety of students and staff. The most widely used type of facial recognition technology is biometric authentication, which uses a person’s unique physical characteristics

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