DATA PROTECTION AND PRIVACY RULES
Social media companies list out worries as Centre readies data protection rules
Social media platforms have said that undoing behavioural tracking of children and targeted advertisements are among the biggest concerns they have with the new data law the government is prepping. The companies are voicing their concerns as rules of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act will be released soon.
AI is learning from what you said on Reddit, Stack Overflow or Facebook. Are you ok with that?
Some longtime users have attempted to erase their previous contributions or transform them into nonsense, but their efforts have not yielded significant results. A few governments, such as Brazil's privacy regulator on Tuesday, have also attempted to intervene. Meta has also encountered resistance in Europe, where it recently put on hold its plans to start feeding people's public posts into training AI systems
NITI Aayog calls for policy and legal reforms to regulate use of facial recognition technology (FRT) in India
In a report, prepared by the Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy on behalf of the Aayog, it had proposed imposing liability and the extent of liability arising from any harms or damages caused by the use of facial recognition technology (FRT) system. Besides, the Aayog has suggested a need for an ethical committee to address issues pertaining to transparency, accountability, and biases emanating from the use of such systems in India.
Digi Yatra policy should spell out all rules on passenger info deletion, suggests study
A study by NITI Aayog recommends that the Digi Yatra policy clearly outline rules for deleting passenger information post-travel, amid privacy concerns over user data. The policy states that facial biometrics are deleted 24 hours after the passenger's flight, but deletion rules for other data must be specified. Frequent cybersecurity audits, algorithmic audits, and ongoing monitoring are also advised to ensure data security and system reliability.
AI companies train language models on YouTube's archive − making private videos a privacy risk
Exploring the intricate nexus of big tech self-regulation, privacy concerns, and legal safeguards in AI development underscores the imperative for ethical AI model training and deployment.
CCI rejects plea against Google for allegedly giving Truecaller exclusive access to user data
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) dismissed a complaint against Google India alleging it favored Truecaller by allowing it exclusive access to users' private contact information. The complaint, filed by Rachna Khaira, claimed this gave Truecaller a monopoly in caller ID and spam protection apps. The CCI found the allegations unsubstantiated, noting Khaira failed to provide credible evidence. Google argued it prohibits unauthorized publishing of contacts and denied preferential treatment to Truecaller. The CCI concluded users voluntarily provided contact information to Truecaller.
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Former RBI DG Mundra asks regulators to 'introspect' after recent instances of unease, rulings
Former RBI Deputy Governor S S Mundra called for introspection among financial regulators at an Assocham event, citing instances of proposals causing unease in the industry.
OpenAI pact has privacy guardrails: Apple
Despite privacy worries surrounding the Apple-OpenAI partnership, Apple guaranteed privacy safeguards for users, even those accessing the free version of ChatGPT without an account.
DPDP rules nearly ready, industry consultations likely soon: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Consultative process planned for DPDP Act rules. Creating a digital by-design platform for implementation. Stakeholder feedback crucial for final rules.
Meta will not launch Meta AI in Europe for now
Meta Platforms postpones Meta AI launch in Europe due to Irish privacy regulator's request on user data from Facebook and Instagram.
How to prevent Big Tech dominance, protect privacy and ensure fair competition
The magnitude, scale and speed at which such platforms operate demand ex ante regulation, if the real interests of consumers are to be protected.
IT Minister’s back, policy honchos hope data rules will allay sector’s concerns
The re-appointment of Ashwini Vaishnaw as the minister of electronics and information technology has sparked hopes for continued dialogue between the industry, technology policy groups, and the government before the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules are enforced. The government aims to build on the policy work done so far, including drafts for the Digital India Bill and safeguards for AI.
Govt may release DPDP rules for public consultation before start of Parliament session
The DPDP Act, passed in August, aims to have administrative rules notified within a year to ensure compliance. The Act focuses on personal data collection, processing, and storage, marking India's first regulation on digital personal privacy. The rules are crucial for data protection, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory enforcement.
Meity policy momentum to continue with Ashwini Vaishnaw retaining Electronics, IT portfolio
Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw retains electronics and IT portfolio, spearheading success in electronics and semiconductor manufacturing. He also oversees the enactment of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act and holds the railway ministry along with the Information and Broadcasting ministry.
Meta hit with privacy complaints in Europe over AI plans
A Vienna-based privacy campaign group filed complaints in 11 European countries against Meta on Thursday, saying the global tech giant's planned privacy policy change would allow "unlawful" use of personal data for artificial intelligence technology. Through the complaints, the group asks data protection authorities in the 11 European countries to stop Meta's new privacy policy before it enters into force in late June and fully investigate it.
Microsoft hit with Austrian privacy complaints over its education programme
Privacy advocacy group NOYB files complaints against Microsoft regarding its online education software, alleging GDPR violations.
Data protection, AI rules top tech’s wishlist for next govt
Technology policy lawyers, think tanks and policy groups are making a list of priority items for the new leadership at the IT ministry after the results of the general elections. The Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules seem to top the list, along with regulation of AI and the Digital India Bill.
RBI releases finalised framework for Indian fintech sector's self-regulatory body
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has finalized a framework for self-regulatory organizations (SROs) in the fintech sector, considering stakeholder feedback on draft norms from January 15. These SROs will be industry-led, responsible for regulatory standards, ethical conduct, market integrity, dispute resolution, and fostering transparency, the central bank said in a statement.
Top EU data regulator says tech giants working closely on AI compliance
Des Hogan, Data Protection Commissioner in Ireland, highlighted the broad powers of national regulators to enforce changes in AI products for data privacy compliance.
EU data protection board says ChatGPT still not meeting data accuracy standards
EU task force criticizes OpenAI's efforts to improve accuracy of ChatGPT output in compliance with data rules.
Scarlett Johansson sues OpenAI: Rising concerns over AI voice replication and identity rights
Scarlett Johansson sues OpenAI for replicating her voice without consent, sparking global concern over ownership of voices in the age of AI.
NPCI beefs up infosec team with two senior appointments
NPCI appoints Benjamin Ambrose as CISO and Pravin Kumar as CMISO to enhance security and compliance. Formerly from Amazon and Citibank, they strengthen security standards, manage risks, and engage stakeholders for secure digital payment solutions.
WhatsApp, take it easy, seek the law
WhatsApp's encryption and compliance with law enforcement raise complex issues. While governments can seek information for law enforcement, WhatsApp's threat to stop services if encryption is diluted may not be effective. Indian courts have limited fundamental rights before, so finding a middle ground is crucial. WhatsApp may find success in arguing for compliance if data storage becomes unsustainable, but the wide reach of India's new data privacy law complicates this. Adaptation to local conditions and legal frameworks is key for WhatsApp, rather than making vague threats.
RBI action on Kotak Mahindra Bank: Is your data in other banks safe?
Kotak Mahindra Bank: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) took action on Kotak Mahindra Bank due to observance of serious deficiencies and non-compliances in the areas of data security and data leak prevention strategy, business continuity and disaster recovery rigour and drill, etc. So did the bank violate Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023?
Meta, others should give users free option without targeted ads, EU privacy watchdog says
The U.S. tech giant launched the no-ads subscription service for Facebook and Instagram in Europe last November, saying users who consent to be tracked get a free service which is funded by advertising revenues.
MakeMyTrip now accessible to travellers worldwide
MakeMyTrip has expanded its reach to over 150 countries including major travel markets. The platform adhered to international compliances like GDPR and CCPA. Co-founder Rajesh Magow highlighted the company's commitment to data protection and the goal of catering to a broader audience, particularly the Indian diaspora, and increasing inbound tourism to India.
EU Commission's use of Microsoft software breached privacy rules: watchdog
The European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) ordered the Commission to take measures to comply with privacy rules and to halt data transfer to the US company and subsidiaries located in third countries that do not have privacy deals with the EU, setting a deadline of December 9 for both orders.
Industry-specific regulations top concern for most in-house legal teams, reveals Khaitan & Co’s latest survey
A survey by Khaitan & Co. reveals that industry-specific regulations, data protection and privacy rules, and climate change and ESG changes are seen as key challenges for Indian industries. The survey also highlights the increasing role of external legal advisors and the adoption of technology by in-house legal teams. Legal expenses in India increased by 21% in the last fiscal year due to robust deal activities, disputes, and compliance costs.
Italy watchdog says OpenAI's ChatGPT breaches privacy rules
The Italian watchdog, known as Garante - one of the European Union's most proactive in assessing AI platform compliance with the bloc's data privacy regime - last year briefly banned ChatGPT over the alleged breach of EU privacy rules.
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