Managing Shadow AI’s Hidden Data Breach Risk
The use of unauthorised AI tools that can expose personal data, create regulatory blind spots, and open security vulnerabilities.
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High-Level Debate: “From Omnibus to Opportunity: Driving Data Protection and Innovation”
On 8 June 2026, the European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS), the German Federal Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information (BfDI), and the Bavarian Data Protection Commissioner (BayLfD) are organising a high‑level debate on the European Commission’s Omnibus proposals and their implications for the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the broader EU digital regulatory framework. The event is kindly hosted by the Representation of the Free State of Bavaria to the European Union.
When: 8 June 2026, 18:30 to 20:30 (accreditation opens at 18:00), followed by a reception
Where: Representation of the Free State of Bavaria to the European Union, Brussels
Safe and Ethical AI: a big European idea for the world
On 9 May, Europeans celebrate Europe Day. Europe has continued to shape big ideas that unite people around shared values & fundamental rights. Our commitment to human-centric, transparent technology remains more important than ever.
EDPS Annual Report 2025: protecting people in a changing digital world
The EDPS Annual Report 2025 looks back over a year when our work was characterised by the operationalisation of our expanding mandate, guided by our strategic principles: Foresight, Action and Solidarity. Consult the full Annual Report 2025 and its executive summary to get the full picture of our actions, monitoring activities, and new roles.
- Read the Annual Report 2025 and Executive Summaries
- Read the speech by Supervisor
- Read the press release
- Follow the press conference
- Follow the speech of the Supervisor before the LIBE Committee
The digital future is here. We are guiding the EU administration through this transformation with expertise and an unwavering focus on your rights.
New episode of the Newsletter Digest is out
Curious about how the EU is tackling AI supervision, cybersecurity rules, and data protection in the health industry? Our newest episode breaks it all down.
Latest EDPS newsletter out now
Welcome to this edition of the EDPS Newsletter, focusing on new regulatory roles and essential safeguards
New blog post: Prior consultations, zero surprises
In his latest blog post, Supervisor Wojciech Wiewiórowski discusses prior consultations between EU law and justice authorities and the EDPS. These checks are required when planned data processing operations are likely to result in a high risk to individuals’ rights and freedoms.
New episode is out!
Newsletter Digest brings you a wealth of information in audio format. Today, we are focusing on three key developments shaping the future of data protection in Europe.
EDPB-EDPS Joint Opinion on the Proposal for a Cybersecurity Act 2 and the Proposal on amendments to the NIS 2 Directive
On 18 March 2026, the EDPB and the EDPS adopted a Joint Opinion on the European Commission’s proposal for a Cybersecurity Act 2 (CSA2) and the proposal on amendments to the Network and Information Security 2 (NIS2) Directive. The EDPB and the EDPS support strengthening EU’s cybersecurity and easing compliance while protecting individuals’ personal data.