First transparency report due by September 17 ANPD establishes minimum content and a deadline for September 17 for the first Digital ECA transparency report. In brief On August 11, 2026, the Brazilian Data Protection Agency (ANPD) issued Decision Order CD/ANPD No. 122/2026, which addresses requirements of the semiannual transparency reports required under the Children and [...] The post Brazil: ANPD regulates Digital ECA transparency reports appeared first on Connect On Tech .
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is amending the regulations concerning the 9-11 Response and Biometric Entry-Exit Fee for certain H-1B and L-1 Visas (9-11 Biometric Fee). The regulatory changes correct DHS's interpretation of statutory language to require that covered employers submit the 9-11 Biometric Fee for all extension of status petitions, regardless of whether the related fraud prevention and detection fee applies, which includes extension of status petitions that do not involve
On 24 July 2026, the Digital Omnibus on AI (Regulation (EU) 2026/1744) was published in the Official Journal of the European Union, entering into force on the third day following publication, i.e. 27 July 2026. The Omnibus makes targeted amendments to the EU Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act) (Regulation (EU) 2024/1689), introducing deadline extensions for […] The post Digital AI Omnibus Delays Key Deadlines, Introduces New Rules appeared first on cyber/data/privacy insights .
On 2 August 2026, the third major wave of requirements under the EU AI Act (the “Act”) entered into force. For many businesses, the most relevant changes fall into two key areas: (1) the AI transparency requirements under Article 50; and (2) the Act’s now-operational market surveillance and regulatory enforcement regime. This wave of requirements [...]
What GAO Found Emerging infectious diseases are infections that are new (e.g., COVID-19) or have existed but are reappearing in an area (e.g., measles), according to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). As the federal lead for public health, HHS partners with thousands of entities at all levels of government to conduct surveillance for emerging infectious diseases; doing so through continuous data collection, analysis, and sharing of health data needed to plan for and respond to su
Complaint alleges telehealth provider shared consumers’ sensitive health information with third-party advertising platforms despite promising patient privacy The Federal Trade Commission, joined by Utah and California, by and through Los Angeles County Counsel, today sued Hims & Hers alleging that the telehealth provider shared consumers’ sensitive health information about medical conditions with third-party advertising platforms despite claiming its services maintain consumers’ privacy and dece
What GAO Found The Individual Longitudinal Exposure Record (ILER) is a web application that links service members’ and veterans’ military toxic exposures and related information from Department of Defense (DOD) and Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) databases. DOD and VA intend ILER to be a multi-purpose tool to support clinicians in providing diagnoses and treatment decisions, researchers in conducting health surveillance and epidemiological research, and Veterans Benefit Administration (VBA)
The CNIL’s recommendation of 12 March 2026, which was published on 14 April 2026 and applicable from that date, provides detailed guidance on the legal framework applicable to email tracking pixels. While the applicability of ePrivacy rules to tracking pixels had already been recognised at European level, notably through the EDPB’s interpretation of Article 5(3) [...] The post France: Email Tracking Pixels — What the CNIL’s Recommendation Changes in Practice appeared first on Connect On Tech .
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST or Institute) invites and requests nomination of individuals for appointment to seven existing Federal Advisory Committees (Committees): Advisory Committee on Earthquake Hazards Reduction; Board of Overseers of the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award; Information Security and Privacy Advisory Board; Manufacturing Extension Partnership Advisory Board; National Artificial Intelligence Advisory Committee, including the National Artificial
This article was originally published by IAPP linked here. Organizations using scraped data for AI training should prepare for heightened expectations around data minimization, transparency and accountability. On 7 July, the European Data Protection Board approved “Guidelines on web scraping in the context of generative AI.” Perhaps not surprisingly, the EDPB considers that web scraping [...] The post Thought for the week: Web scraping for generative AI is subject to the GDPR appeared first on C
Digital Services to support design exploration, pattern extraction, user testing, prototyping and interface design in an AI experience. Classification: Data services.
This article was originally published by IAPP linked here. The U.S. Supreme Court’s Slaughter decision may complicate the future of the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, making preparedness and business continuity planning increasingly important. In Thursday’s World Cup match between Portugal and Croatia, Croatia held a 1-0 lead until the 68th minute. Then, things changed. Croatia’s [...] The post Thought for the week: What Slaughter and a World Cup penalty have in common appeared first on Connect
Homes England requires external support to design an initial Data Ethics Framework to strengthen data governance and promote responsible use of data and AI. The framework will start to set out how data is collected, stored, and used responsibly, with clear principles of transparency, accountability, fairness, and privacy. This will help to ensure compliance, establish ethical data use, and begin to introduce pro Classification: IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support.
Procurement to generate high-quality synthetic datasets to enable safe sharing, AI experimentation and onboarding into the Government Digital Service, including the National Data Library. The contract will validate, govern and integrate these synthetic datasets ensuring privacy, fidelity, responsible AI compliance and secure UK-hosted deployment. Via G-Cloud 14 Classification: Data services.
…derstand current market capabilities to become a more intelligent customer; help inform decision making on future Defence Capability needs and support the development of Machine Learning techniques for space object characterisation and tracking of cislunar objects. Please see the attached RFI for full details, and the RFI Templates for submission of the information. Thank you for your time and interest Classification: Data services.
Live Facial Recognition (LFR) technology is used as an efficient and effective policing tactic to prevent and detect crime and protect the most vulnerable in our society. LFR is currently in use across several Home Office Forces across England and Wales. Forces currently using LFR have reported positive results and are continuing to grow their capability and use of their deployments. The specific purpose for Live Facial Recognition deployment is: • To Classification: Computer-related equipment.
…a Webinar and complete a Request for Information (RFI) questionnaire. This is an opportunity for suppliers with relevant capabilities in biometric identity verification, facial recognition, chip reading, liveness detection, and secure integration with government systems to help shape the future of this essential service. Webinar Details - Date: Thursday, 31st October 2025 - Time: 10:00 AM (UK time) - Location: Microsoft Teams - Registration Link: Copy the URL Classification: Biometric sensors.
Capture the Flag Evaluations are a useful automated method of testing AI models' capabilities in executing cyber-attacks. The team requires the design and building of CTF evaluations that specifically assess the individual capabilities an AI-model would need to exhibit to conduct an offensive cyber-attack Classification: Surveillance system.
BlueLight Commercial, on behalf of the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA), have awarded a contract for the provision of Live Facial Recognition Software, Hardware and associated Support and Maintenance to be utilised in 2 mobile units. This procurement was conducted via Further Competition on the BLC0168 National Framework for Live Facial Recognition Framework. The contract is for an Initial 5 year contracting term to the end of Classification: Software package and information systems.
BlueLight Commercial, on behalf of the Thames Valley Police and Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary, have awarded a contract for the provision of Live Facial Recognition Software, Hardware and associated Support and Maintenance to be utilised in 2 mobile units. This procurement was conducted via Further Competition on the BLC0168 National Framework for Live Facial Recognition Framework. The contract is for an Initial 5 year contracti Classification: Software package and information systems.
BlueLight Commercial, on behalf of the Police and Crime commissioner for Bedfordshire, have awarded a contract for the provision of Live Facial Recognition Software, Hardware and associated Support and Maintenance to be utilised in 2 mobile units. This procurement was conducted via Further Competition on the BLC0168 National Framework for Live Facial Recognition Framework. The contract is for an Initial 5 year contracting term to the end Classification: Software package and information systems.
BlueLight Commercial, on behalf of the The Police and Crime Commissioner for Surrey, have awarded a contract for the provision of Live Facial Recognition Software, Hardware and associated Support and Maintenance to be utilised in 2 mobile units. This procurement was conducted via Further Competition on the BLC0168 National Framework for Live Facial Recognition Framework. The contract is for an Initial 5 year contracting term to the end of Classification: Software package and information systems.
BlueLight Commercial, on behalf of the West Yorkshire Combined Authority on behalf of West Yorkshire Police, have awarded a contract for the provision of Live Facial Recognition Software, Hardware and associated Support and Maintenance to be utilised in 2 mobile units. This procurement was conducted via Further Competition on the BLC0168 National Framework for Live Facial Recognition Framework. The contract is for an Initial 5 year contra Classification: Software package and information systems.
AI-driven solution that enhances efficiency in handling Data Subject Access Requests - Functionality/user friendliness, cost effectiveness and compliance with GDPR. Classification: Software package and information systems.
…The Supplier must have the appropriate IT infrastructure in place to successfully deliver this Service, including a fully operational digital Alarm Receiving Centre with AI based capabilities, multiple system and device interoperability and a seamless IT platform for online Equipment ordering and order tracking, records management and logistics planning.\r \r The service will commence on 1 April 2025 for a period of Classification: Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products.
BlueLight Commercial has awarded a national multi-supplier framework for the provision of Live Facial Recognition (LFR) Software. The Scope of the Framework is for LFR Software, which is a real-time deployment of facial recognition technology, which compares a live camera feed (or multiple feeds) of faces against predetermined watchlists, to locate persons of interest by generating an alert when a possible match Classification: IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support.