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Fundamental Rights Impact Assessments

A FRIA is an evaluation of the risks high risk AI systems present in relation to individuals’ rights. It also asks deployers to consider remediation strategies to mitigate the risks should they occur.

Digital ID: Anxiety by Design

The recent referendum in Switzerland on digital ID (50.4% in favour) revealed a nation divided. In the UK, the debate is only just beginning, but public sentiment is wary. A petition against digital ID has attracted nearly 3 million signatures.

Malta’s AI Regulations, 2025 – Summary for Legal Teams

Malta’s AI Regulations - Cheat Sheet for Legal & Compliance Teams In October 2025, Malta took a major step in aligning with the EU AI Act by publishing two legal notices:

Shadow Al: The Hidden Risk Lurking in Your Workplace

As organisations race to deploy Al tools, a quiet revolution is happening behind the scenes - and it's catching many employers off guard. Welcome to the world of Shadow Al.

Is It Time We Revisited Cookies? Lessons from Google’s €325m Fine

Last month, Google was hit with a staggering €325 million fine by the French data protection authority (CNIL) - the largest fine ever imposed for cookie-related violations.