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Europe Strengthens Personal Data and Image Protection Amid Digital Challenges

David Prior by David Prior
December 9, 2024
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As digital technologies transform societies, the European Union (EU) is spearheading efforts to bolster personal data protections, ensuring that individual rights are respected in an era of pervasive misinformation and rapidly evolving media landscapes. Initiatives by EU institutions, member states, and concerned citizens underscore a shared commitment to striking a balance between innovation and privacy.

Monaco Sets a Standard for Data Protection

Monaco’s recent adoption of Draft Law No. 1.054 exemplifies the region’s proactive approach. The legislation introduces a dedicated Data Protection Authority, stronger safeguards for data transfers, and enhanced protections for minors’ data. This initiative reflects Monaco’s vision of a digital society rooted in ethical standards, security, and respect for individual freedoms.

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Monaco’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, Isabelle Berro-Amadeï, summarized the principality’s approach, quoting Prince Albert II: “Monaco in a digital world is a model based on attention to individual needs, the excellence of quality of life, and the invention of new standards. A model centered on humanity, ethics, responsibility, and security, protecting against the risks of digital abuses. Monague’sMinister Berro-Amadeï further emphasized that the law harmonizes innovation and economic growth with robust rights protection, positioning Monaco as a leader in digital age governance.

EU-Wide Efforts to Tackle Disinformation and Protect Rights

The European Union, meanwhile, is advancing the “Right to be Forgotten” framework to empower citizens to demand the removal of false or defamatory personal data. This right gained significant attention following the 2023 European Court of Justice (ECJ) ruling against Google, which required the tech giant to delist inaccurate content about a German company. The ECJ highlighted the critical role reputation plays in market success, stating: “The image of a company, businessman, or entrepreneur is one of the most important factors determining market success.”

In addition, the EU has been actively combating disinformation, which affects 71% of Europeans according to a 2024 Eurobarometer survey. Initiatives like the European Digital Media Observatory (EDMO) are working to expose and counter disinformation across media platforms. Recently, the European Commission announced plans to expand EDMO hubs, enhancing fact-checking capabilities and adapting to new threats posed by misinformation.

Citizen Advocacy: Robert Szustkowski’s Open Letter

A significant contribution to the debate on personal data protection came from Polish entrepreneur Robert Szustkowski, who, in an open letter to the European Commission in June 2024, called for enhanced media accountability. Szustkowski argued for mechanisms like a Readers’ Rights Ombudsman within publishing houses to resolve grievances and uphold journalistic integrity. Szustkowski stressed: “Extending the ‘right to be forgotten’ to media outlets does not aim to silence the press; rather, it seeks to ensure that the press operates with integrity. By imposing clearer obligations on media organizations to address inaccuracies and defamation, we can enhance the credibility of journalism itself.”

He also proposed a uniform reporting system for privacy violations across the EU, which would streamline redress processes and empower citizens to protect their reputations.

Disinformation: A Threat to Democracy

Disinformation remains a major concern for EU policymakers. The EU DisinfoLab, in its latest report, highlights how disinformation campaigns exploit societal fears to manipulate public opinion, often undermining democratic processes.

A 2024 survey conducted in Poland revealed that 84% of respondents frequently encounter fake news. As the EU DisinfoLab warns: “The shift to the digital age has created new challenges and new aspects that did not exist previously. Disinformation today is driven by motivations of political influence and commercial benefit.”

A Balanced Approach to Privacy and Progress

Through initiatives like the “Right to be Forgotten,” enhanced data protection laws, and new institutions to combat disinformation, the EU demonstrates its commitment to protecting individual rights while promoting accountability and transparency in the digital space.

The collaborative efforts of governments, institutions, and advocates like Szustkowski reflect a shared recognition that innovation and ethics must coexist. By addressing challenges like false reporting and misinformation, Europe is positioning itself as a global leader in the responsible governance of digital society.

David Prior

David Prior is the editor of Today News, responsible for the overall editorial strategy. He is an NCTJ-qualified journalist with over 20 years’ experience, and is also editor of the award-winning hyperlocal news title Altrincham Today. His LinkedIn profile is here.

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