EDPS publishes Opinion on Europol proposals
The European Data Protection Supervisor has issued a formal opinion on the European Commission's proposal to revise and replace the existing regulation governing Europol, the EU's law enforcement agency.
Why this matters: Europol handles vast amounts of personal data shared across EU member states for criminal investigations. How it is allowed to collect, store, and use that data affects millions of people who have no direct say in the matter. The EDPS is one of the few bodies with the standing and independence to push back. What it approves, flags, or rejects in this opinion could shape how much oversight exists over one of Europe's most powerful law enforcement tools for years to come.
Who should care: Lawyers · Privacy officers · AI governance · Compliance
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