Benfica has reported to the Portuguese Data Protection Authority (CNPD) allegations of unauthorized data collection during the club’s presidential elections, including names, membership numbers, voting locations, and even vote counts. Some members also received targeted messages promoting a specific list, raising concerns about transparency and confidentiality. The CNPD will investigate the complaints while Benfica emphasizes the importance of integrity and respect for member

Small and midsize businesses increasingly see data protection as a growth opportunity, but many still rely on outdated tools and inconsistent security practices. With ransomware cases rising and AI expanding the attack surface, SMBs face higher risks and need partners who can turn compliance pressure into practical resilience. From immutable storage and smarter backups to unified governance and awareness training, integrated solutions are becoming essential to keep operations

The European Commission is preparing the Digital Omnibus Package, a major initiative to simplify and modernise the EU’s complex digital rulebook. Expected in November 2025, the proposal aims to reduce administrative burdens, clarify overlaps between laws and help businesses—especially SMEs—navigate digital compliance more easily. The package will introduce targeted updates to existing regulations, including the ePrivacy Directive, the Data Governance Act, and the AI Act, with

The city of Braga has reaffirmed that data protection and technological security were top priorities in the public procurement of 35 Yutong electric buses, following concerns raised in Norway and Denmark about cybersecurity risks linked to the manufacturer. The municipality states that the contract includes strict rules preventing any unauthorized remote access and guarantees that all data, including black box records, belongs exclusively to the city. Braga also confirms that

The European Commission’s new “Digital Omnibus” proposal, published on 19 November, is facing strong criticism as experts warn it could weaken key safeguards in the GDPR and the ePrivacy Directive. Privacy group noyb released a 71-page analysis comparing current law with the Commission’s proposals, highlighting legal inconsistencies, risks to fundamental rights, and real-world consequences for users, regulators, and companies. Despite removing some controversial elements afte

The Swedish Authority for Privacy Protection (IMY) is investigating a major data breach at Miljödata, a government software provider, after personal information of up to 1.5 million people was exposed. The leaked data includes names, ID numbers, dates of birth, contact details, addresses, and even sensitive documents such as medical certificates and rehabilitation plans. Much of this information has already appeared on the dark web. Because Miljödata supplies software to 80%