Ireland: Technology

The European Commission has published draft guidelines to help businesses determine whether their AI systems fall under the high-risk category of the EU AI Act. These non-binding guidelines interpret key classification concepts and provide practical examples across three main sections: general assessment principles, AI systems embedded in regulated products, and standalone high-risk AI systems. Understanding these guidelines is crucial for providers and deployers seeking to navigate AI compliance requiremen

The Court of Justice of the European Union has ruled on when data controllers can refuse data subject access requests as excessive, even if it's the first request received. This landmark decision examines whether publicly available information about a data subject's intentions can justify refusing access requests, and clarifies the circumstances under which data subjects can claim compensation for GDPR violations.

As Ireland prepares to assume the Presidency of the Council of the European Union, cybersecurity concerns are escalating with warnings of increased cyberattacks targeting reputational damage. The National Cyber Security Centre anticipates sophisticated threats, including AI-powered attacks, while businesses face imminent compliance requirements under the NIS 2 Directive.