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EDPB/EDPS Support AI Act Streamlining with Stronger Safeguards

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) and European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) have issued a joint opinion on the EU Commission's proposal to streamline the AI Act. While supporting administrative simplification, they urge stronger safeguards to protect fundamental rights and advise against removing the registration obligation for high-risk AI systems.

EDPB Conference on Cross-Regulatory Cooperation

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) is hosting a conference on March 17, 2026, in Brussels to discuss cross-regulatory cooperation from a data protection perspective. Registration is open until February 26, 2026.

EDPB/EDPS Joint Opinion on Digital Omnibus Regulation Proposal

The EDPB and EDPS have issued a joint opinion on the Digital Omnibus Regulation proposal, supporting simplification efforts while raising concerns about proposed changes to the GDPR's definition of personal data. They also welcome increased data breach notification thresholds and deadlines.

EDPB Rules of Procedure for Informal Panel of EU DPAs

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has published its Rules of Procedure for the informal panel of EU Data Protection Authorities (DPAs) concerning the EU-US Data Privacy Framework. This guidance outlines the operational framework for the DPAs in their oversight of the framework.

EDPB Opinion on Dutch SA's draft decision on ABB Group rules

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has issued Opinion 4/2026 regarding a draft decision by the Dutch Supervisory Authority concerning ABB Group's Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs). This opinion addresses the international transfer of data and the adequacy of ABB's proposed rules.

EDPB Opinion on Dutch Authority's Draft Decision for FrieslandCampina

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has issued Opinion 3/2026 regarding a draft decision by the Dutch Data Protection Authority concerning FrieslandCampina's Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs). This opinion addresses international data transfers and compliance with GDPR.

EDPB Opinion on Dutch Supervisory Authority's AkzoNobel Group Decision

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has adopted an opinion regarding a decision by the Dutch Supervisory Authority concerning AkzoNobel Group's Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs). This opinion addresses international data transfers and compliance with GDPR.

EDPB Opinion on Heineken Group BCR Draft Decision

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has issued Opinion 1/2026 regarding a draft decision by the Dutch Supervisory Authority concerning Heineken Group's Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs). This opinion addresses the international transfer of data under GDPR.