345 million euro fine for TikTok

345 million euro fine for TikTok

The Irish data protection authorities, who are often accused of negligence, have now imposed a data protection fine on the popular online video service TikTok for negligent handling of minors' data. The amount of the fine is €345 million. The...
Data protection law: What are TOM?

Data protection law: What are TOM?

In data protection law, the abbreviation "TOM" stands for "technical and organizational measures" in the area of data security. These serve to protect personal data. You can find out what measures are available here and what your company should bear in mind here.....
EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework

EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework

On July 10, 2023, the new EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (DPF) was adopted as the successor to the Privacy Shield. The DFP thus represents an important development to address transatlantic data privacy challenges. Learn...
Where to put data on immunization status?

Where to put data on immunization status?

The corona pandemic made it necessary for many employers to record the vaccination status of employees. Particularly in the area of facility-based mandatory vaccination, this also had to be documented and proven if necessary. With the end of the...
Using Microsoft 365 in a privacy-compliant way?

Using Microsoft 365 in a privacy-compliant way?

The data protection risks of Microsoft 365 have long been known. Nevertheless, many companies continue to use the software service. Find out what the DSK's "Working Group for Microsoft Online Services" has come up with on this topic here. DSK on Microsoft 365 The...
Electronic health record as an opt-out?

Electronic health record as an opt-out?

The electronic patient record (ePA) has been available since January 1, 2021, but so far only as an opt-in solution (application solution). How an opt-out solution (objection solution) can be designed in the future is now being examined. What is the electronic...
Whistleblower Protection Act: What to do?

Whistleblower Protection Act: What to do?

At long last, Germany is also developing a whistleblower protection law. It could come into force in May 2023. The law is intended to protect so-called whistleblowers from reprisals if they point out corruption, fraud, environmental damage or other abuses in their own...
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