April's privacy update covers three things worth knowing: a Belgian DPA fine over an ex-employee's mailbox, the Booking.com data breach as a reminder about vendor risk, and the EDPB's first standardised DPIA template.

March 2026 brought three developments worth knowing about: a CJEU ruling on when you can refuse a data access request, the launch of the EDPB's 2026 enforcement sweep on privacy notices, and a €530M fine against TikTok as a reminder that international data transfers go well beyond the US.

Our February 2026 roundup: a CJEU ruling on EDPB decisions, the Digital Omnibus Joint Opinion, and a reality check on the right to erasure.

HR teams handle a lot of personal data. Candidate CVs, employee ID copies, performance reviews: the list is long. Here are four practical tips to keep your HR processes GDPR-compliant.

The distinction between data controller and data processor matters more than most companies realise. Get it wrong, and your compliance obligations are off from the start. Here is how to know which one you are.

Social media is a powerful tool for growing your business. But when you collect, process or engage with personal data on those platforms, GDPR rules apply. Here are four things to keep in mind.

AI tools are everywhere. But before you type that first prompt, it is worth asking: what happens to the data you share? Here are four practical tips to use AI responsibly and protect your business.

A data breach can happen to any business, and it does not always look like a Hollywood hacking scene. We walk you through four real-life examples and three steps to get your business ready before something goes wrong.

Building a startup means wearing many hats. GDPR compliance probably is not at the top of your list, but ignoring it entirely comes with real risks. Here are the three things we would focus on first.

Collecting too much data is one of the most common GDPR mistakes. Here is what data minimization actually means, why it benefits your business, and three practical examples to get you started.

Collecting too much data is one of the most common GDPR mistakes. Here is what data minimization actually means, why it benefits your business, and three practical examples to get you started.

Cross-border GDPR enforcement used to be slow and inconsistent. That is about to change. Here is what the new EU procedural rules mean for your business.

GDPR compliance can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to figure it out alone. Here are four types of tools that can help you get a better grip on your obligations.

Building a new product? Privacy should be part of the design from day one, not an afterthought. Here are four key principles every product developer needs to know.

Privacy compliance is not just a legal obligation. It is a competitive advantage. Here are six practical ways to use your approach to data protection to build customer trust and win more business.

Privacy is not just a compliance requirement. For your customers, it is a question of trust. Here is why that matters for your business, and what you can do about it

Privacy compliance does not have to be overwhelming. Here are five practical steps startups and scale-ups can take right now to improve their privacy practices.

Posting team photos on social media is great for your brand, but there are rules around consent and transparency that apply before you even pick up the camera. Here is what you need to know.

Personal data is any information that can identify a person, directly or indirectly. The definition is broader than most people expect, and it matters for almost every tool your business uses.

Non-compliance with data protection rules carries real consequences: financial penalties, reputational damage, and legal liability. Here is what you are actually risking, and why it matters for your business.