The Belgian Data Protection Authority published its 2023 annual report, showcasing a year of significant renewal and collaboration. The report highlights several key areas:
Focus on Cookies
- Developed practical compliance tools like the “cookie checklist” – see here for a translation into English.
- Aligned guidance with the European Data Protection Board (EDPB).
Support for Data Protection Officers (DPOs):
- Active participation in DPODay.
- Engaged in the coordinated European action on DPOs.
Awareness and Enforcement:
- Continued focus on youth data protection through educational initiatives.
- Addressed ethical and societal aspects of AI in parliamentary discussions.
- Contributed to significant cases against TikTok and Meta, focusing on international data transfers and privacy rights.
Statistics and Trends:
- Received 694 complaints, a 15% increase from 2022.
- Handled 214 mediation requests, up 21%.
- Data breaches primarily caused by human error (43%), with cyber threats like hacking at 32%.
- Legislative requests increased by 90%.
- Initiated 86 inspections and issued 171 decisions.
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