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ICO Launches Consultation On Draft Guidance Regarding Anonymisation And Pseudonymisation For Research Purposes
The UK's Information Commissioner's Office has opened a public consultation on draft guidance addressing anonymisation and pseudonymisation techniques for processing personal data in research, archiving, and statistical contexts. The guidance explores critical distinctions between anonymous and pseudonymous data, outlines required safeguards under UK GDPR, and examines emerging technologies including synthetic data and privacy-enhancing tools.
United Kingdom Privacy
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A&O Shearman
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The Dangers Of Speculation And Optimistic Guesswork: The Court’s Approach To Fact-finding And Inference In The Unlawful Information Gathering Claims As Has Been Widely Reported, The Claim Recently Brought By Prince Harry And Six Other Well-known Individuals Against Associated... Article 9 September 2026
A detailed analysis of the recent Prince Harry privacy claim judgment reveals crucial insights into how courts evaluate allegations of wrongdoing when direct evidence is limited. The case demonstrates the high evidential burden required to prove serious allegations through inference, the importance of proper witness statement procedures, and the severe cost consequences of pursuing speculative claims based on insufficient evidence.
United Kingdom Litigation
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Macfarlanes LLP
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European Commission Press Release: EU AI Act Transparency Enforcement Starts This Sunday! Do You Know Who Your Chatbots Are? We Break Down The Commission’s Guidelines On Transparency Below
The European Commission has announced that EU AI Act transparency rules take effect August 2, 2026, requiring chatbots to identify themselves, deepfakes to be labeled, and AI-generated content to be marked. Organizations must assess whether their AI systems trigger disclosure, labeling, or content-marking requirements, with limited exceptions and penalties reaching €15 million or 3% of global turnover for noncompliance.
Worldwide Privacy
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Seyfarth Shaw LLP
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After Just 6 Months Of The LHF Ad Ban, Parliamentarians Are Already Asking For More!
Lewis Silkin's website provides essential information about accessibility standards, complaint procedures, contact details, cookie policies, legal and regulatory disclosures, modern slavery statements, payment options through Legl, privacy policies, and terms and conditions. These resources help clients and visitors understand the firm's operational framework and compliance commitments.
United Kingdom Commercial
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Lewis Silkin
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UK Register Of Overseas Entities – Private Trust Information Now Accessible To The Public
Recent UK legislation has dramatically expanded public access to trust information for overseas entities holding UK real estate, removing the previous requirement to know the trust's name. Any individual can now obtain detailed information about settlors, trustees, beneficiaries, and protectors for just £55, raising significant privacy and security concerns for families using trust structures.
United Kingdom Commercial
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Withers LLP
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Policy To Practice: Lessons From The Uk's New Data Protection Complaints Framework
The United Kingdom's Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 introduces a statutory requirement for organisations to establish documented data protection complaints procedures by June 2026. This reform reflects a broader regulatory shift towards demonstrable accountability in data protection, with implications extending beyond UK borders to organisations engaged in cross-border data processing, particularly in jurisdictions like Nigeria where data protection frameworks are still evolving.
United Kingdom Privacy
Syntegral Legal Practice
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High Court Orders Party's Directors To Hand Over Mobile Devices To An Independent Reviewer
The High Court has ordered company directors to surrender their mobile devices to an independent reviewer for disclosure of instant messages, establishing that privacy rights do not automatically override disclosure obligations. This landmark decision addresses the intersection of agency law, disclosure requirements, and Article 8 privacy protections in modern litigation involving digital communications.
United Kingdom Litigation
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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP
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