Data Protection Basics Training - RGPD Introduction

The CNPD (Luxembourg's data protection authority) is offering a 5-hour introductory training session on data protection basics and the RGPD. The training is aimed at individuals new to data protection and will be held in French on April 14, 2026, in Belval.

Data Protection Basics Training Session

The CNPD of Luxembourg is offering a free 'Data Protection Basics' training session in French on June 16, 2026. The 5-hour session is designed for individuals new to data protection and aims to explain the core principles of the RGPD. Registration is required via email.

Data Protection Authority Fines iHUNT TECHNOLOGY for Privacy Violations

The National Supervisory Authority for Personal Data Processing in Romania has fined S.C. iHUNT TECHNOLOGY IMPORT-EXPORT SA 20,000 lei for violating data protection laws regarding cookie consent. The investigation found that the company stored non-essential cookies without user consent.

GDPR Sanction for Ordonul Asistenților Medicali Neamț

The National Supervisory Authority for Personal Data Processing in Romania sanctioned Ordonul Asistenților Medicali Generaliști, Moașelor și Asistenților Medicali din România – Filiala Neamț for GDPR violations. The entity received a fine of 2,000 euros and two reprimands for issues related to video surveillance and data subject information.

CJEU Judgment: Online Marketplace Operator as Data Controller

The Court of Justice of the European Union ruled in Case C-492/23 that an online marketplace operator is a data controller under GDPR. The operator must identify and verify sensitive data in advertisements before publication and obtain explicit consent.

GDPR Sanction for Roumasport S.R.L.

The National Supervisory Authority for Personal Data Processing in Romania has sanctioned Roumasport S.R.L. with a fine of 10,000 euros for violating GDPR provisions related to data security. The investigation followed a personal data security breach due to unauthorized access following cyberattacks.

National Supervisory Authority Fines Lenjeria Magică SRL for Data Processing Violation

The National Supervisory Authority for Personal Data Processing in Romania has fined Lenjeria Magică SRL 15,000 lei for violating data processing laws related to website cookies. The company stored non-essential cookies without explicit user consent, breaching provisions of Law no. 506/2004 and Regulation (EU) 2016/679.

Generative AI for Bank Carbon Data Gaps

Banca d'Italia published a paper exploring the use of Generative AI (GenAI) to address gaps and inconsistencies in carbon emission data reported by major Euro area banks. The research assesses GenAI's ability to supplement traditional data sources, noting its potential while also highlighting quality and transparency concerns.

Italian Less Significant Banks' Corporate Lending Deterioration Analysis

Banca d'Italia published an analysis on corporate lending by Italian less significant banks (LSI) compared to significant groups (SI). The study found that LSIs have a higher loan deterioration rate, largely due to a greater proportion of loans to smaller, higher-risk businesses.

AI Adoption Impact on Italian Firms' Productivity and Profitability

Banca d'Italia published a paper analyzing the economic impact of AI adoption on Italian firms. The study found that AI adoption increases productivity and profitability, leading to a reallocation towards more qualified roles without negative overall employment effects.