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June 22, 2026
It’s easy to assume that a Data Protection Officer (DPO) is only necessary for large organisations or those operating in highly regulated sectors. As a result, many organisations rely on support from legal, compliance, or IT teams, rather than appointing a dedicated privacy professional.
That can work for a while, but as businesses grow, so do the data protection responsibilities. For example, introducing new technologies, launching new products and services, or using more third-party suppliers can all create privacy risks that ad hoc support cannot manage.
December 8, 2025
Organisations across all sectors are under increasing pressure to prove how they protect personal data. Customers, partners, and regulators expect verifiable evidence of compliance and accountability, not just policies on paper.
ISO 27701:2025 offers exactly that. As the updated international standard for Privacy Information Management Systems (PIMS), it provides a recognised and auditable way to demonstrate privacy maturity, strengthen governance, and build stakeholder trust. For organisations seeking independent assurance, this update presents a timely opportunity to strengthen confidence in how personal data is handled.
November 24, 2025
Financial services are under pressure. Digital onboarding, AI-powered due diligence, and growing data volumes are redefining customer verification — exposing firms to new regulatory risks.
As Know Your Customer (KYC), Customer Due Diligence (CDD), and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) processes evolve, firms operating in the UK face mounting pressure to ensure data governance keeps pace.
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) are jointly calling for closer collaboration between financial and privacy teams, making it clear that Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) obligations can no longer be managed in isolation.
November 10, 2025
According to McKinsey’s latest global survey on AI, over 75% of organisations now use AI in at least one business function. As adoption accelerates, questions around accountability and oversight are becoming more pressing.
Many organisations are beginning to formalise their AI governance structures by expanding their Data Protection Officer (DPO) responsibilities or appointing a dedicated AI Officer. But which approach is most effective?
August 18, 2025
As data protection obligations grow, many organisations are implementing Privacy Management Platforms (PMPs) to reduce admin, bring structure to complex privacy operations, and support compliance. […]
February 3, 2025
Under the GDPR, certain organisations must appoint a Data Protection Officer (DPO) to oversee compliance efforts and protect personal data. A key factor in this decision […]
September 30, 2024
On paper, using AI-based Live Facial Recognition (LFR) technology for security and law enforcement makes perfect sense. It improves accuracy, takes the guesswork out of identifying […]
May 27, 2024
Q&A with Ray Pathak, MD The DPO Centre, Canada The Personal Information Protection and Electronics Act (PIPEDA) was enacted in April 2000. Since then, there have […]
April 29, 2024
A data protection checklist for mergers and acquisitions is a useful tool to help both parties understand what documents should be included to demonstrate compliance with […]
April 15, 2024
When it comes to ensuring data protection compliance, organisations often face a choice between engaging a specialist law firm vs outsourced DPO (Data Protection Officer) services. […]