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European Commission Moves to Extend Free Flows of Personal Data to the UK

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On March 18, 2025, the European Commission proposed to extend its adequacy decision in favor of the United Kingdom (‘UK’) for an additional six-month period. This would allow free flows of personal data from the EU to the UK to continue until December 2025. The existing adequacy decision – which was adopted in 2021 in light of the UK’s departure from the European Union – is currently due to expire on June 27, 2025. The proposed extension comes as the UK approaches the final stages of passing … [Read more] about European Commission Moves to Extend Free Flows of Personal Data to the UK

Belgian Data Protection Authority Issues Updated Guidance on Direct Marketing Rules

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On March 10, 2025, the Belgian Data Protection Authority (BDPA) updated its 2020 guidance on the processing of personal data for direct marketing purposes (see the updated guidance here in French and in Dutch). The BDPA reviewed its original guidance … [Read more] about Belgian Data Protection Authority Issues Updated Guidance on Direct Marketing Rules

Key Takeaways from CPPA’s Recent Settlement with an Automotive Manufacturer for Alleged CCPA Violations

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On March 12, 2025, the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) published its decision approving a Stipulated Final Order (Order) against a major automotive manufacturer (company) for violations of the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).  The … [Read more] about Key Takeaways from CPPA’s Recent Settlement with an Automotive Manufacturer for Alleged CCPA Violations

Peter Swire’s Work Recognized by IAPP

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  The International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) recently recognized Alston & Bird Senior Counsel Peter Swire as part of the IAPP’s “25 Leaders, 25 Moments at 25 Years” series. The IAPP, an organization with over 80,000 … [Read more] about Peter Swire’s Work Recognized by IAPP

Court Enjoins Enforcement of California Age-Appropriate Design Code Act

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On March 13, 2025, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California granted a preliminary injunction preventing the California Attorney General (AG) from enforcing the California Age-Appropriate Design Code Act (CAADCA). The decision … [Read more] about Court Enjoins Enforcement of California Age-Appropriate Design Code Act