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1 Have a listenWelcome to this edition of the EDPS Newsletter, focusing on new regulatory roles and essential safeguards. Catch up on our joint opinions regarding the European Biotech Act and the EU's cybersecurity package, the launch of the EDPS Compass for the AI Act, reflections on the value of prior consultations in law enforcement, and details on our upcoming high-level debate and Europe Day celebrations!
1 Read more hereIn his latest blog post, Supervisor Wojciech Wiewiórowski discusses prior consultations between EU law and justice authorities and the EDPS. These checks are required when planned data processing operations are likely to result in a high risk to individuals’ rights and freedoms.
1 Read the blog postNewsletter Digest brings you a wealth of information in audio format. Today, we are focusing on three key developments shaping the future of data protection in Europe.
1 Have a listen today!On 8 June 2026, the European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS), the German Federal Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information (BfDI), and the Bavarian Data Protection Commissioner (BayLfD) are organising a high‑level debate on the European Commission’s Omnibus proposals and their implications for the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the broader EU digital regulatory framework. The event is kindly hosted by the Representation of the Free State of Bavaria to the European Union.
When: 8 June 2026, 18:30 to 20:30 (accreditation opens at 18:00), followed by a reception
Where: Representation of the Free State of Bavaria to the European Union, Brussels
On 18 March 2026, the EDPB and the EDPS adopted a Joint Opinion on the European Commission’s proposal for a Cybersecurity Act 2 (CSA2) and the proposal on amendments to the Network and Information Security 2 (NIS2) Directive. The EDPB and the EDPS support strengthening EU’s cybersecurity and easing compliance while protecting individuals’ personal data.
0Under the AI Act (Regulation (EU) 2024/1689), the European Data Protection Supervisor is now a market surveillance authority for AI systems used by EU institutions and a notified body for high-risk AI assessments.
The EDPS has already launched its AI Preparedness Strategy in May 2024 and established an AI Unit. Our latest document outlines:
This move aims to ensure safe, compliant, and human-centric AI across EU bodies.
1 Read the CompassAfter a very busy start to 2026 indeed, we have a bumper newsletter for you.
Catch up on everything from our joint opinions issued with the European Data Protection Board, new rules to protect the independence of EU data protection officers, blog posts from the Supervisor on a range of topics, a look back at some big events, and more!
0On 10 March 2026, the European Data Protection Board (EDPB) and the European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) adopted a joint opinion on the European Commission's proposal for a European Biotech Act. The two organisations support harmonisation of clinical trials, but call for specific safeguards for sensitive health data.
0TechDispatch Talks explores the intersection of technology, data protection, and privacy. In this episode we discuss how Digital Identity Wallets could transform the way we prove who we are online and offline. Could it reduce data oversharing and profiling while also examining the real privacy and security risks? Join us to know more about Digital Identity Wallets.
1 Have a listenThe EDPS is among the 61 signatories of a Joint Statement on AI-Generated Imagery issued by data protection authorities from the Global Privacy Assembly.
1 Read hereOn 12 February 2026, the European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) and the European Data Protection Board (EDPB) Trainees organised the conference Data takes flight: Navigating privacy at the airport. The conference focused on what happens to personal data when travelling by air and encouraged a critical and informed discussion about data protection, security, and the usage of personal data in this context.
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As the EU institutions continue to work to implement the AI Act, a new blog post from EDPS Wojciech Wiewiórowski reflects on the third meeting of the AI Act Correspondents Network.
0The EDPS has published its Opinion on the Proposal to extend Regulation (EU) 2021/1232 regarding interim rules on combatting child sexual abuse online.
0New guidance and binding rules to protect DPO independence across EU institutions.
0EDPB and EDPS support simplification and competitiveness while raising key concerns. On 10 February 2026, the Joint Opinion on the Proposal for a Regulation as regards the simplification of the digital legislative framework (Digital Omnibus) was adopted.
0Every year on 28 January, we celebrate Data Protection Day. This date marks the anniversary of the Council of Europe’s Convention 108, the first binding international law securing individuals' rights to protection of their personal data.
0EDPB and EDPS support streamlining AI Act implementation but call for stronger safeguards to protect fundamental rights.
1 Read the Joint Press releaseIn this podcast series we are observing 6 AI trends from the TechSonar 2025-2026: covering agentic AI, AI companions, automated proctoring, AI-driven personalised learning, coding assistants, and confidential computing.
1 Better tune in.Read the Press Release on the EDPS' support of the targeted VAT data access to fight fraud at EU level, while warning against blurring administrative and criminal boundaries.
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