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The CEDPO DPO Conference 2025 – 'Europe: On the Verge of Digital Transformation?' The following is a summary of key takeaways and highlights from the CEDPO DPO Conference 2025.  

CEDPO AI and Data Working Group Micro-Insights Series This latest Micro-Insight paper from the CEDPO AI & Data working group outlines the criteria for defining AI systems under the EU AI Act, emphasizing regulatory clarity and innovation balance. October 2025 Authors: Marc Bellon, Lionel Capel, Maria Moloney, Laura Morató Pascual, Alessandro Vasta You can download the paper here:

REGISTRATION FOR THE CEDPO DPO CONFERENCE 2025 IS NOW OPEN! CEDPO is hosting its #DPOConference25' once again in October bringing together European DPOs and data protection practitioners to exchange with the European regulatory and legislative community on the future of the profession, on data governance issues and on the GDPR and its interplay with the EU Digital Strategy. Mark your Calendars:...

AI and Fundamental Rights Impact Assessments: what are they and how to apply them under the EU AI Act. Date: 20 May 2025, 4-5:30PM CET Panellists: Moderator: Paul Jordan: Senior Policy Advisor, CEDPO Elena Gurevich: AI Policy-Curious Attorney | AI Legal Strategy, Governance & Compliance | EU GPAI Code of Practice Working Groups | Owner @ EG Legal Services | Director of Development at Centre...

Bucharest CEDPO Statement – February 2025 CEDPO held its General Assembly 2025 in February Bucharest. The objectives of the meeting were (i) to discuss the current European data protection and digital legislative landscape, (ii) take stock of member observations and activities in 2024, and (iii) define common priorities and objectives for the CEDPO work program of 2025-2026. The meeting was...

In the DPO's Own Words: “Trends and Challenges beyond 2024” The 2024 CEDPO DPO Survey stands as a testament to our commitment to understanding and advancing the role of data protection officers across Europe. At a time when the regulatory landscape grows increasingly complex, this report sheds light on the realities faced by DPOs—highlighting their challenges, evolving responsibilities, and...