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How to implement the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

IBM Big Data Hub

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the European Union’s landmark data privacy law, took effect in 2018. Even the world’s biggest businesses are not free from GDPR woes. Many businesses find it hard to implement GDPR requirements because the law is not only complex but also leaves a lot up to discretion.

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DPIAs for retail and hospitality 

IT Governance

Although DPIAs (data protection impact assessments) are not a new concept, the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) now mandates them under certain circumstances. It’s relevant for everyone, including retail and hospitality. Common activities for retail and hospitality requiring DPIAs.

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The GDPR: Everything you need to know about data controllers and data processors

IT Governance

Data controllers and data processors are an integral part of the GDPR. The terms ‘data controller’ and ‘data processor’ have been around for years, but it’s only since the EU GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) took effect that they’ve been scrutinised. That’s understandable. The basics. Sounds simple enough.

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Does your use of CCTV comply with the GDPR?

IT Governance

You might be surprised to learn that CCTV footage is subject to the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation). Let’s take a look at the steps you should follow to ensure your video surveillance methods are GDPR-compliant. Let’s take a look at the steps you should follow to ensure your video surveillance methods are GDPR-compliant.

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GDPR fines are coming and here’s why

IT Governance

Stop us if you’ve heard this one before: organisations that fail to meet the requirements of the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) face fines of up to €20 million (about £17.3 That’s somewhat understandable, given that no UK organisation has yet been disciplined under the GDPR. GDPR fines expected in June.

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CNIL Fines Two Companies of the Carrefour Group €3.05 Million for GDPR and Cookie Violations

Hunton Privacy

million on Carrefour France and a fine of €800,000 on Carrefour Banque for various violations of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”) and Article 82 of the French Data Protection Act governing the use of cookies. Carrefour France and Carrefour Banque are both affiliates of the French retail group, the Carrefour Group.

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CCTV and the GDPR – an overview for small businesses

IT Governance

As of 25 May 2018, organisations that use CCTV to capture images of individuals are processing personal data as defined by the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and must comply with the Regulation’s requirements. You can find more information about GDPR compliance on our website >> Data processing principles (Article 5).

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